Close those crawl-space vents to keep cold air out. Older homes in the South were typically built over a crawl space rather than a finished basement. Even today, many homes don't include a finished ...

Older homes in the South were typically built over a crawl space rather than a finished basement. Even today, many homes don't include a finished basement because of our damp, Southern soils. What you ...

Encapsulation is a long-term solution that encloses a home's crawl space and regulates humidity levels underneath.

Q: I'm confused about foundation vents and whether to open or close them in winter. Some articles say you should keep them open to minimize moisture condensation under a building. Others warn that ...

QDEAR BARRY: My question involves the popular but unwise practice of closing the foundation vents around a home. Many homeowners and maintenance people do this in the belief that they are conserving ...

Upstate Structural Repair offers free, no-pressure assessments for homeowners concerned about foundation, crawl space, or moisture issues. The Upstate's red clay soil, humidity, and improper ...