Musty Smells and Odors in Crawl Space

Musty smells in your crawl space are more than just a nuisance. They indicate moisture issues in this part of your property, so you’ll want to act quickly.

Air fresheners might provide temporary relief but won’t solve the root cause of the problem. You need comprehensive crawl space encapsulation solutions that remove moisture, control humidity, and create a drier and healthier environment.

Matvey Foundation Repair’s custom-engineered solutions do just that. We have over 27 years of experience encapsulating and repairing crawl spaces in homes across Seattle and Western Washington.

What Are Musty Crawl Space Smells?

Musty crawl space smells are strong and persistent odors caused by excess moisture. Due to the stack effect, they might spread through your home and impact air quality.

Ignoring musty smells in your crawl space can jeopardize your home’s foundation and structural components. Consider working with a crawl space encapsulation expert like Matvey Foundation Repair to fix this problem.

What Causes Musty Crawl Space Smells?

Excess moisture is the reason you have musty smells in your crawl space. Here are some of the problems associated with too much moisture:

• High humidity
• Water leaks or floods
• Inadequate drainage
• Mold
• Pests
• Wet insulation
• Wood rot

Tackling these issues now can protect your home from further damage.

Can You Fix Musty Crawl Space Smells?

You can eliminate these odors, but air fresheners and other store-bought products only provide temporary relief.

To prevent musty smells from returning, you need an encapsulation solution that addresses the underlying moisture issue in your crawl space. Our interior drainage, vapor barriers, and other custom-engineered solutions can help.

How We Fix Musty Crawl Space Smells

Our process for removing musty smells includes:

• Inspecting your crawl space to pinpoint the cause of excess moisture
• Sealing crawl space vents
• Replacing and sealing access doors
• Setting up an interior drainage system on the crawl space floor to stop leaks
• Installing a sump pump at the lowest point of your crawl space to collect water from the interior drainage system
• Laying drainage matting on the dirt floor to channel water to the drainage system
• Attaching insulation panels to your interior walls
• Encapsulating your walls and floor with a vapor barrier
• Installing a dehumidifier to control humidity and air quality
• Conducting annual maintenance checks

We customize our engineered solutions based on your property’s needs.

Why Remove Musty Crawl Space Smells Now?

Taking swift action against musty odors and excess moisture helps you:

• Enhance indoor air quality
• Prevent wood rot and other structural problems
• Create a more comfortable home environment
• Increase your home’s value
• Improve your family’s health

Don’t delay in addressing musty crawl space smells. There’s no need to endure the discomfort any longer.

Contact Matvey Foundation Repair for Crawl Space Solutions in Western Washington

Musty Odors FAQs

Is it normal to have musty smells in my crawl space?

No, these odors indicate moisture problems in your crawl space. Matvey Foundation Repair can remove musty smells with our custom-engineered products. 

Will air fresheners get rid of musty smells?

Air fresheners and other products might mask bad odors in your crawl space. However, they won’t tackle the excess moisture that caused this problem in the first place. Dehumidifiers, vapor barriers, and other crawl space encapsulation solutions are better options.

What happens if I ignore moisture in my crawl space?

Excess moisture can eventually damage your home’s foundation and structural elements, risking your family’s safety. The longer you ignore this issue, the more expensive your repair bills will be.