At least once per day, our appointment center receives a call requesting for us to replace their fiberglass insulation. We then explain to our caller why we do not recommend or install fiberglass ...

You'll want to do everything you can to warm up your home in winter, but should you cover your crawl space vents? Let's look at the pros and cons.

Crawl Space Insulation When it comes to protecting your pipes from freezing, the first line of defense is insulating the entire crawl space and installing a vapor barrier.

When to call the pros Some crawlspace projects—like full encapsulation, insulation or repairing structural damage—are best left to professionals. While it’s tempting to DIY everything, expert help can ...

Home Fix: Dwight Barnett answers home-improvement questions. This week's topic is on insulation, ductwork and mold in a crawlspace.

However, in most climates, simply insulating the foundation walls and rim joists should be sufficient and will help to control humidity levels in the crawlspace.

If they’re damaged by termites, you will have to replace them. Insulate the walls and floor of the crawl space using 2.5" rigid foam for maximum climate control.

This proved too labour intensive, having to enter the tight crawlspace on a regular basis to replace the filters.

Q: My home is 35 years old and I have a contract with Orkin for re-inspection for termites every year. The representative told me I needed to replace my insulation; he said part of it was hanging ...

My wife and I live in a 50-year-old house in North Carolina, and our crawl space can get quite funky from dampness and humidity. At least some of the current fiberglass insulation is in need of ...