That Drafty Feeling in Your Old Charlotte Home? Let’s Talk About Air Sealing.
You know that feeling, right? It’s a chilly evening here in Charlotte, you’ve got the heat on, and you’re settled on the couch. But then you feel it. A little whisper of cold air on the back of your neck. …
More Than Just Hot Air: The Real Benefits of Reducing Attic Temperature in Charlotte
I was grabbing coffee with a buddy in Greensboro the other day, and we were complaining about our summer power bills. It’s that time of year, right? September hits, and you’re still recovering from the shock of what it cost …
That Energy Upgrade You Already Paid For? You Might Get Money Back in Charlotte.
I was having a chat with a neighbor the other day here in Charlotte, and he was complaining about the timing of his new HVAC system. “Paid a fortune for it in the spring,” he said, “and of course, now …
Water in Crawl Space: Causes, Dangers, and How to Fix It
In a humid climate like ours, finding water in your crawl space is a warning sign that shouldn’t go ignored. Standing water and damp soil can lead to serious problems like mold growth, wood rot, pest activity, and structural damage …
Why Crawl Space Cracks Could Signal Problems for your Home
Small cracks in your crawl space might seem like no big deal, but they can be an early warning sign of larger issues with your foundation. Over time, crawl space cracks let water in, which weakens the concrete and can …
How to Prevent Dry Rot in Your Charlotte Area Home
When you purchase a new home in Charlotte, you might not be thinking about maintenance right away. It’s tempting to fill your time with exciting home improvement projects, but if the wooden structures of your home develop a problem with dry rot, …
How to Get Rid of Crawl Space Odors
Musty smells drifting up from your floors are often a sign something in your crawl space isn’t right. Crawl space odors can come from a variety of issues, like mold, wet insulation, standing water, or even pests. The key to …
Does Your Crawlspace Need a Dehumidifier?
Charlotte is a beautiful place to live in every season: In fool’s spring, football, and even in moisture season. Moisture season? That’s right, from May to late summer, Queen City sits in a relative sauna of humidity, with profound effects …
Why Is There Condensation on the Inside of Your Windows? (Hint: It Could Be Your Crawl Space)
It’s not uncommon to wake up on a cold winter morning in Charlotte and notice moisture on your windows. For many homeowners, their first thought is that the issue is with the windows themselves, or maybe the heating system. But …
How Mold and Moisture Problems in Your Crawl Space Affect Your Health
Are you or a family member dealing with allergy flare-ups, persistent headaches, or scratchy throats? It’s common to assume it’s because of pollen or maybe even pets. But for many households, it’s actually their house that’s making them sick (or, …
