When winter rolls around, close or cover foundation vents. We explain how to seal up crawl-space vents in winter for a more energy-efficient home.

Improving foundation ventilation to prevent moisture buildup is a critical part of crawl space maintenance for Dallas homeowners. Moisture in the crawl space can compromise foundation health and ...

Q:Thanks for your explanation on insulating a crawl space (Insulating, bracing crawl space a smart idea, Oct. 13). I have a rental house in San Carlos that gets mold on the walls near the floor in the ...

Q: I’m building a crawl space foundation for a small add-on to my home and was told I’d have to ventilate it. Since it is mostly dirt and concrete, is venting it really that important? What are my ...

Question: You have always said to open the crawl vents in the winter and close them in the summer. We had a pest control company tell us just the opposite. Don't know if it's the same for all regions, ...

Crawl space mold is a common issue that affects homes and businesses. Crawl spaces are usually dark, moist and lacking in ventilation which makes it an ideal place for mold to grow. Mold can cause ...

Q You have always said to open the crawl vents in the winter and close them in the summer. We had a pest control company tell us just the opposite. Don't know if it's the same for all regions, but I'm ...