DUR 6 - Fixing Wet Crawl Spaces

Thursday, February 05, 2009  ·  1:20 PM - 2:50 PM

Water in crawl spaces can be a source of aggravation, allergies, odors and structural degradation. Accurate assessment and understanding of the sequence of events that cause moisture related problems can result in solutions that are more effective in the long term. Explore causes, prevention, cures, and the impact on occupants. Compare the assets of conditioned and unconditioned crawl spaces. Find out how to prevent water in crawl spaces during construction.

By attending this session, participants will

1. Better understand and diagnose the causes and effects of a wet crawl space
2. Discover options for addressing problematic crawl spaces and installations prior to and during construction
3. Improve their ability to recommend actions or address modifications to existing crawl spaces

Keyword(s):

allergies, conditioned, crawlspace, drainage, moisture, mold, unconditioned, water intrusion

 

Type: 90-Minute Breakout
Track: Durability & Health
CEU: American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)   Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)   Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)   National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI)   National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)  

Course Presenter(s):

• Doug Ness