Q: I read your suggestions for replacing the homes ducts when replacing the furnace. I have a newer home and decided to check the ductwork in the crawl space. I found a small opening on the ductwork ...

Fully encapsulated crawl space with ductwork and pipes running through it - Grandbrothers/Getty Images When you think about areas of your house that warrant the most attention, you probably think ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. - Many building codes in the southeastern United States call for increased attic and crawl space ventilation to fight moisture and related IAQ problems. Craig DeWitt, Ph.D., P.E., ...

Q: I had a home-energy analysis. The report said my ductwork needs to be repaired upstairs and in the crawlspace because that is where a good deal of leakage is and also is bringing bad air pollutants ...

Q: I inherited a concrete block building that was then converted into a home several years ago. Part of it has a crawlspace and part is on a concrete slab. The crawlspace is always damp, and the ...

Q: We purchased a house built in 1987. The crawlspace is sealed because it is used as a general return for the systems. There is a sump pump in the corner of the crawlspace. My questions: 1) Should ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Person inspecting a crawl space - Slradcliffe/Getty Images If your home has a crawl space, you may understand some of the ...

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