You know they might be down there. And you know what they might be doing. That’s one of the many reasons why you go in your crawl space area as little as possible. But neglect the bugs in crawl space areas too long, and you could be missing some major signs that you’ve got eroding foundation going on. We know it sounds strange to say, but Bugs in Crawl Space areas might actually be beneficial to the long-term health of your home, if their presence prompts you to do what is necessary to eradicate them from your foundation.
Unfortunately, many homeowners only worry about getting rid of the symptoms of crawl space damage, like bugs and rodents, instead of addressing the things that cause these critters to gravitate towards your home’s foundational areas. And while that might help you sleep a little better at night, it won’t do anything beneficial for your home, and your crumbling foundation.
Think about it. If you’ve got creepy critters under the floorboards of your home, you’ve probably got prime conditions for bugs and rodents there. These nasty crawlers and flyers can spread disease and filth like there’s no tomorrow, especially in places where they can survive, thrive, and multiply. If your crawl space is always dark, damp, dank, musty, moldy, and all other kinds of unsavory, you will attract unsavory creatures like rats, mice, termites, cockroaches, hornets, cave crickets, centipedes, millipedes, carpenter ants, beetles, and even bigger critters like opossums, snakes, and more.
If you want to add even more funk and gasses to the mix, you can go the route of setting of bug bombs, or spraying tons of harmful pesticides. But a better long-term solution might be to eliminate the environment that seems to be drawing in the unwelcome guests. If you would like to know more about waterproofing or encapsulating your crawl space, FoundationRX is happy to help!
If you want real solutions to your crawl space problems, whether you have damage and need restoration services, or you want to prevent damage to your home, FoundationRX has the prescription you need to keep your home standing strong for years to come. We live and work in the places where you live and work, so it’s important to us to provide 5-star services, every time you call. Get rid of bugs in your crawl space forever, by creating an environment under your house that doesn’t make them feel quite so much at home. We’re here for all your crawl space waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, foundation repair, floor leveling, basement waterproofing, and yard drainage needs, and so much more. Call or contact us today, and get a no-risk, no-obligation appointment for a FREE on-site assessment.