Recent Storm Floods Crawl Space in Eugene Home?

1/17/2023 (Permalink)

We are leaders in storm damage restoration services in Lane County.

Our North Eugene and Northwest Lane County team respond to storm and flooding emergencies every winter. After any major storm or flooding event, having your home’s crawl space inspected is a good idea. You can prevent some crawl space flooding by ensuring water drains away from the building. Water is invasive and will quickly find its way into a structure when water is allowed to pool around the foundation. After a storm, or when the ground is already saturated by rainwater, the water may enter the crawl space. When water gets into a crawl space, there is the potential for moisture damage, mold damage, foul odors, and pest infestations.

Moisture damage:                                                                                         

• Storm drain backups
• Oversaturated soil from heavy rain
• Gutter and downspout issues
• Flooding

Causes of mold in the crawl space include:

• A possible sewage backup due to a clog in the sewer line
• Decaying organic matter such as manure, leaves, or dead animals
• Groundwater leakage
• Plumbing leaks

Bad odors:

• Dead animals or animal waste
• Moldy soil
• Sewage backup

Pests seeking warmth and moisture include:

• Rodents
• Snakes
• Termites, ants, wasps, cockroaches, beetles, and spiders
• Wild mammals: skunks, raccoons, groundhogs, and opossums

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When you need a crawl space inspection in your home or business in Eugene, our North Eugene and Northwest Lane County teams are Here to Help. ® Call us today at 541-799-0090.

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