Do I Need Crawlspace Encapsulation For My Tallahassee Home?

A crawlspace can be one of two things — a nice little storage area when insulated properly or a potential haven for insects, rodents, and other pests looking for an easy way to get into your home. Tallahassee’s climate is mild throughout most of the year and a damp, dark crawlspace could lead to pest and rodent problems in your crawlspace and your home.

Before you call your local contractor to find a solution, there are some things you should know. A qualified pest control specialist can identify critical areas of your crawlspace that are susceptible to different pest infestations, and their experts can develop an encapsulation solution that provides complete protection for your home.

How does crawlspace encapsulation help protect my home?

Rodents, insects, and other household pets are often looking for easy entry into places with moisture and protection. In your home’s crawlspace, pests can live protected from the weather and often with a source of water. And because a crawlspace is hidden from plain view, homeowners could miss an infestation until it’s too late.

Crawlspace encapsulation isn’t just about pests, either. It can also help you cut down on mold and mildew issues due to heat and humidity (hello, Floridians!) while helping preserve the ideal temperatures of your home.

Crawlspace encapsulation is an excellent alternative to empty crawl spaces and can help ensure that this hidden part of your house remains protected — even if you don’t crawl under there every day to inspect it.

What are the benefits of Crawlspace Encapsulation?

The crawlspace encapsulation professionals at Capelouto will examine your crawlspace to determine the scope of the problem and a customized solution for your home. Our team offers the best protection by providing a heavy-duty, polyethylene barrier to ensure that moisture stays out and any potential entrances for pests are sealed.

This barrier covers the entire crawlspace area — floor, walls, and ceiling. Special sealing tape ensures that barriers and transitions remain impervious to environmental elements, and for some homeowners, a dehumidifier helps regulate and remove moisture from the space.

This will change the environment from a warm, damp, and inviting space to something no pests would find comfortable or habitable by protecting your home year-round and by keeping the area comfortable and clear.

Other benefits of crawl space encapsulation include:

Lower Energy Bills
Better Air Quality
Pest Control
More Comfort

Does crawlspace encapsulation add value to my home?

Crawlspace encapsulation can add value to your home, especially if your house is located in an area known for having difficulty with pests. It will give you and potential homeowners in the future peace of mind knowing that bugs, pests, mold, and mildew are no longer a threat to the home.

With the many benefits crawlspace encapsulation offers, it’s easy to see how this important upgrade can be a valuable selling point when it comes time to sell your home. Even if you aren’t planning to sell soon, encapsulation offers the immediate benefits of enhanced comfort, cleaner indoor air, greater energy savings, and peace of mind that your home is better protected against pests and mold.

What is Capelouto Termite and Pest Control’s Crawlspace Encapulation Service?

The hidden nature of crawl spaces can provide shelter to all sorts of unwanted guests, but encapsulation works for you around the clock to keep them out. It’s an excellent solution for managing some of the most common problems for houses in Tallahassee — especially some of our more historic homes.

Are you wondering how crawlspace encapsulation might affect your home value, comfort, energy efficiency, and more? Get in touch with the team at Capelouto! As your leading crawl space specialist in Tallahassee, we can help you determine the impact that this critical home upgrade can make.