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MOISTURE CONTROL EXPERTS

Crawl Space Encapsulation and Dehumidification Services 

We will create a controlled environment in your crawl space to prevent mold and moisture damaged wood, deter pests, and promote superior indoor air quality.

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If you live along the Gulf Coast, humidity is not optional – but moisture damage is, At Southern Climate Solutions, we specialize in professional crawl space encapsulation and dehumidification in Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Destin, Navarre and surrounding communities.
Spot Your Crawl Space Issues
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HUMIDITY
When humidity enters the space it causes condensation on the wood structure. Learn how this affects your home and how crawlspace solutions can prevent serious issues.
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WET INSULATION
Wet, moldy insulation is a common occurrence in humid environments in Florida and Alabama. Learn how encapsulation acts as a moisture barrier and helps to insulate your home.
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MOLD
A damp crawl space is prone to fungi and mold. This creates a number of hazards in the crawl as well as in your home as nearly 80% of the air we breathe while inside comes from the crawl space.
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TERMITES
Termites and other moisture-seeking pests are attracted to damp spaces. Learn how creating a controlled environment in your crawl space deters these unwelcome pests.
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MOISTURE DAMAGED WOOD

Excess moisture is an enemy for a wood structure. Between high humidity and high water tables, homes in Pensacola, Destin, Mobile and surrounding areas are susceptible to moisture damaged wood. Learn how we can protect your structure.

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Problems in the crawl space are concerning. Letting issues go can lead to costly foundation repairs. Encapsulation with dehumidifcation is a proactive, preventative solution to keep you investment safe from the hazards of excess moisture. We Can Help.
 

Crawl Space Services

A Dirty Crawl Space Area in Pensacola, Florida<br />
Crawl Space Cleanout
Our team of installers will remove and dispose all debris and damaged insulation that impedes the encapsulation process to ensure an excellent starting point for our process.
Crawl space encapsulation by Southern Climate Solutions<br />
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Our virgin poly vapor barrier is durable, inspection friendly, and comes with a LIFETIME WARRANTY. In ore than 20-years of encapsulation, we have never had to replace a vapor barrier to due damage. Our barriers offer a layer of protection, acting as waterproofing, against high water tables.
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Crawl Space Dehumidifiers
Our dehumidifiers are commercial-grade, energy-efficient units that pull 70-120 pints of water per day from your space. Our units are covered by one of the best warranties in the market available today and are proudly made in the U.S.A.
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Access Panels
Made from aluminum, our custom-fabricated crawl space doors are airtight, rustproof and long lasting.
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Humidity Monitors
A wireless monitor in your home will allow monitoring of both crawl space and indoor humidity and temperature, allowing continuous monitoring of your space to ensure a safe, healthy home.
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Dehumidifier Maintenance
Our team of maintnenace technicians provide biannual maintnenace of equipment and vapor barriers. Our maintenance plans are low-cost, opt-in and non-binding. Amongst our services are filter changes, coil cleaning, condensate line cleaning and vapor barrier inspection.
Why A/C Falls Short in Keeping Your Home Dry

No structure or human is immune to the negative effects of high humidity. Your home, contents and health can suffer from many hazards as a result of the moisture produced in our highly humid environment.

Along the Gulf Coast, the average annual relative humidity is 75%, with averages of 86% in the mornings. Our region has extreme humidity 12-months a year with December being one of the highest humidity months.

While A/C helps to dehumidify, it’s meant to cool and typically isn’t effective or efficient at moisture removal in a sub-tropical environment. One reason is that A/C only removes moisture when it is engaged. In Florida and Alabama, we simply need more than what our air conditioners can provide when it comes to excess moisture.

To efficiently and effectively control moisture, a stand-alone dehumidification solution – crawl space encapsulation with a commercial-grade dehumididier for off-grade homes – is the best option to protect your home and your families health.

The efficiency and effectiveness of dehumidifcation can often be recognized in energy savings. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, controlling moisture can make your home more energy-efficient, less costly to heat and cool, more comfortable, and prevent mold growth. And that’s exactly what our customers experience.

A drier space is naturally cooler and that leads to energy savings. Many of our customers have seen savings between 20%-30%. The Department of Energy states that for every degree the thermostat can be raised in the summer months, a savings of 3%-5% can be gained.

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Causes of Crawl Space Moisture

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HUMID CLIMATES
In our sub-tropical environment in the Southeast, high humidity is present 12-months a year, creating a variety of hazards in crawl spaces and homes including mold and poor indoor air quality.
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HIGH WATER TABLES
Florida sits on a 100,000 square mile aquifer system that provides plenty of naturally filtered drinking water. Because of this, Florida has a very high water table, especially closer to the coast.
Crawl space vents by Southern Climate Solutions in Pensacola, FL
OPEN VENTS
Open crawl space vents are intended to allow a crawl space to breathe. However, in highly humid climates, damp air gets trapped, creating condensation on the wood structure and ductwork.
A dirty basement with standing water & leaky crawl space in Pensacola, FL
WATER INTRUSTION & PLUMBING LEAKS
A number of issues can cause water to accumulate in the crawl space, including lot and landscape grading, plumbing leaks and issues with how gutters are directed or a lack of gutters.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does moisture affect my crawl space and my home?
In a vented, unsealed crawlspace, humidity creates excess moisture which leads to mold growth, wood rot and moisture seeking pests. A wicking effect pulls the unhealthy air from the crawlspace into the home, creating an unhealthy indoor space.
Shouldn't my AC take care of humidity in my home?
While AC removes some moisture, it is not effective or efficient in extreme sub-tropical environments, where excessive humidity is present 12-months a year. The AC is only dealing with moisture when the AC is engaged, which is not enough to keep indoor relative humidity at safe levels. Our commercial grade dehumidifiers are stand-alone units that work independently of HVAC.
My wood floors are cupping. Is that from too much moisture?
We often see cupping wood floors in home with crawl spaces. This is realted to excess moisture being wicked up from the crawl space into the home. We have had success in laying down cupping wood floors with our encapsulation & dehumidification application.
Why does my house smell musty?
Musty odors are a sign of active mold spores. Mold grows when indoor relative humidity is above 60%. To prevent mold growth, you must control the moisture levels in your home / structure.
What are the signs of high humidity and excess moisture in my home?
High humidity and excess moisture cause many hazards inside your space. Signs include:

  • Visual mold or fungi
  • Musty odors
  • Excess condensation on windows in cooler months
  • Dripping vents
  • Cupping wood floors
  • Bubbling or peeling paint
  • High energy costs
  • Chronic allergy-like symptoms / sinusitis
  • Respiratory issues
  • Skin irritations
What are healthy levels of indoor relative humidity?
Healthy levels of indoor relative humidity for the Southern Region are between 40%-50%. A hygrometer is a good device to have to monitor indoor RH. If your indoor space is above 60%, conditions exist for mold growth.
How will dehumidification affect my electric bill?
A drier space is naturally cooler. Often times our customers see a 20%-30% savings on their energy bills. After a proper dehumidification solution is installed, many people move their thermostat from 68 degrees to 77 degrees in the summer months and are cool and comforable.

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