As a homeowner, you are always looking for ways to protect your property against thieves and burglars. However, human intruders shouldn’t be your only concern. Unwanted creepy crawlies are a far more common problem. If they have found their way into your property, the importance of crawl space pest control will be huge.

Whether you have moths, ants, or mice in crawl space areas, a quick response will be crucial, as ignoring the issue can cause serious damage. Here’s everything you need to know about common crawl space pests, what to do if you find them, and how to keep them from getting in with expert crawl space encapsulation services from Foundation Solutions 360.

Critter Damage In Your Crawl Space 

If you live in Lower SE Michigan or Northern Ohio, a host of critters could find their way into your home. The list includes ants, bed bugs, cockroaches, fleas, mosquitos, mice, rats, spiders, stinging insects, stink bugs, termites, and ticks. Birds are another potential problem, albeit to a lesser extent.

While encountering any of those critters is enough to send shivers down the spine, it’s your property that is in more danger than you are. Pests like these can damage your crawl space in many different ways, including but not limited to:

  • Chewing through electrical wires
  • Gnawing through piping
  • Getting fur into your HVAC systems 
  • Chewing through wooden frameworks
  • Eating food or leaving droppings stores in your basement
  • Structural & foundation problems

The damage caused by critters in the crawl space may cause power cuts, plumbing leaks, structural problems like a sinking foundation, and cracks in the walls. Worse still, bugs and insects will multiply quickly, which can cause a minor pest control problem to worsen, taking over your home in next to no time. 

Damage Outside Of The Crawl Space

In addition to the direct damage caused to the crawl space, untreated critter problems can escalate to other parts of the home. Insects and rodents will often find their way into kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms—anywhere with moisture or food are present—and may damage walls, wiring, and other features.

If critters and creepy crawlies are allowed to spread throughout the home, they also pose a major threat to your family’s health. As they move through the home, they can carry disease, and their fur and droppings will pollute the air. When you think about the health benefits of crawl space repair, it is clear that you need to act fast.

Crawl Space Pest Prevention In Michigan

If you have a current infestation, pest control will be necessary. Once you have completed 

the process, it’s imperative that you learn how to keep bugs out of your crawl space. Given that critters are often attracted to moist areas that provide perfect breeding conditions, crawl space encapsulation is truly one of the best solutions.

Crawl space encapsulation combats moisture and mildew, as it adds a waterproof barrier to stop water vapor from forming. This barrier will make the space underneath your home a far less attractive space for bugs and creepy crawlies. Additional benefits include added insulation, home value, and improved air quality.

Encapsulate Your Crawl Space Today

Having your crawl space encapsulated is a move that should deliver peace of mind. To regain control of your basement and property today, call our expert crawl space encapsulation contractors at Foundation Solutions 360. We’ve seen all that Michigan crawl spaces can throw at us, and we’re prepared to protect any home, no matter how complex the job. With free estimates and four-year interest-free financing options, you’re in safe hands with us.

Foundation Solutions 360: Expert Crawl Space Encapsulation in Michigan

If you suspect animal infestations or excess moisture are wreaking havoc in your home’s crawl space, there’s no time to waste. Call the experts at Foundation Solutions 360 for a free inspection and estimate to repair the damage and prevent further issues from threatening your home. Contact us online or give us a call at (855) 532-5360 today!