Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Crawl space with low ceilings and insulation - Jason Finn/Getty Images A crawl space seems like a good solution for the foundation ...

Fully encapsulated crawl space with ductwork and pipes running through it - Grandbrothers/Getty Images When you think about areas of your house that warrant the most attention, you probably think ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. - Many building codes in the southeastern United States call for increased attic and crawl space ventilation to fight moisture and related IAQ problems. Craig DeWitt, Ph.D., P.E., ...

Q: I had a home-energy analysis. The report said my ductwork needs to be repaired upstairs and in the crawlspace because that is where a good deal of leakage is and also is bringing bad air pollutants ...

Q: I inherited a concrete block building that was then converted into a home several years ago. Part of it has a crawlspace and part is on a concrete slab. The crawlspace is always damp, and the ...

Ducts are made of segments of sheet metal, or combinations of sheet metal, duct board and flex duct. Between the sections and at the elbows there are joints which are simply bent, crimped, or screwed ...

If your home has a crawl space, you may understand some of the challenges it can cause for the rest of your house. A crawl space could affect your home's interior humidity and air quality, for example ...

Q: We purchased a house built in 1987. The crawlspace is sealed because it is used as a general return for the systems. There is a sump pump in the corner of the crawlspace. My questions: 1) Should ...