What people keep running into with crawlspace
Complaints tagged crawlspace, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
3 recurring problems · 19 people · 6 forums we read
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- 9How to stop water pooling against the house from sinking concreteCracked and sunken pavement slabs redirect heavy rain directly toward the foundation, threatening water damage before winter. Fixing or replacing these slabs is necessary to redirect runoff away from the house and prevent pooling against the building.
- 6Rain ruined the wood floor in my rental, what happens now?Parquet flooring soaked overnight by rain starts cupping within hours, leaving tenants terrified of permanent damage and heavy repair costs. This panic over losing a deposit prevents people from taking immediate steps like setting up fans or notifying their landlord.
- 4Gap around furnace b-vent after roofingRoofers often leave an open gap between the double-wall B-vent and the surrounding roof jack, which lets light and potentially water through. Standard caulk should not be used here because furnace vents get too hot; instead, you need a high-temperature rated storm collar and silicone flashing designed for gas vents to properly seal the opening without creating a fire hazard.
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