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Crawl Space

The crawl space is not intended as a storage area for items that could be damaged by moisture. Wood stored in a crawl space can attract termites. Care should be taken when accessing the crawl space to not damage the vapor barrier in place.

You may notice slight dampness in the crawl space. Landscaping that is correctly installed helps prevent excessive amounts of water from entering crawl spaces. Report standing water to Oliver Homes for inspection.

See also Ventilation.

During the orientation we will check the condition of soils in the crawl space. Soils in the crawl space may be damp but should not have standing water. Provided that you have not altered the drainage nor caused excessive moisture to accumulate and remain in this area with incorrect landscaping, Oliver Homes will correct the conditions that result in persistent standing water.