Crawl space encapsulation improves the overall energy efficiency of your home. According to several groundbreaking studies, this process increases the energy efficiency of homes by an average of 18 percent.

What is a crawl space and how does it work?

Unfinished space beneath the first floor or beneath the roof of a building, typically used for plumbing or wiring access.

How much energy does crawl space insulation save?

When it comes to energy efficiency, crawl spaces are one of the most overlooked areas of the home. It has been shown that encapsulating, sealing off, and insulating your crawl space, as well as making sure you have adequate insulation, can save you up to 20% on your cooling and heating bills.

What measures can I take to make my crawl space more efficient?

It is necessary to insulate the crawl space access door and to seal the ducts. In addition, you must remove the insulation from the floor joists and seal any openings. After that, insulate the perimeter of the walls and use a dehumidifier to regulate the temperature and humidity.

How much value does encapsulation add to the equation?

In addition to helping to stabilize temperatures in the crawl space, crawl space encapsulation can help to stabilize temperatures throughout the rest of your home. This reduces the strain on heating and cooling equipment and has the potential to reduce energy costs by 10 percent to 20 percent.

How much value does crawl space encapsulation add to the overall project?

Crawl space encapsulation can increase the energy efficiency of your home by as much as 20%, which is welcome news given the rising cost of utilities.