Moisture Control

Excessive moisture conditions under a home may cause rot to the sills, joists, and subfloors of your home resulting in costly repairs. Excessive moisture conditions are also conducive to termite infestation in structures. We offer moisture control measures to assist in lowering the wood moisture content for the prevention of wood rot and termite infestation. Our services include:

Installation of moisture barriers:

Ensure your home stays protected from moisture and pests with our 6 mm reinforced floor liner, which provides around 90-95% coverage of the soil beneath your home. A crawl space moisture barrier is a durable 6-mil plastic sheet that covers your crawl space floor. This essential layer helps control excess moisture and prevents water vapor from entering your crawl space and subfloors. By applying moisture barriers directly to the soil beneath your home, you can reduce ambient moisture levels and lower the wood moisture content of your floor frame.

Installing a moisture barrier serves as a crucial line of defense against:

      • Wood decay and rot
      • Rusty, damaged pipes
      • Deteriorating insulation
      • Electrical issues
      • The presence of pests

Protect your home and maintain a healthier environment with our professional moisture barrier installation services.

 

Automatic Temp-vents

What Are Temp Vents?

Your home’s foundation requires proper ventilation to prevent moisture buildup. Without it, water can seep into the material, causing problems like pests and long-term damage.

A temp vent is a device that automatically opens and closes based on the ambient temperature. When the weather reaches 70 degrees, the vent opens to let fresh air flow through. When the temperature drops to 40 degrees, the vent closes to preserve warmth and insulation.

Benefits of Temp Vents

The main advantage of installing a temp vent is that you don’t have to manually adjust the vent with changing weather, avoiding the risk of forgetting to open or close it as needed.

Other benefits include:

  • Preventing Moisture Buildup: Temp vents help keep your foundation warm and dry, preventing water erosion that can lead to sinking and cracking.

  • Pest Control: By reducing moisture that attracts termites and other pests, temp vents help protect your home, saving you significant costs in pest control and termite damage.

  • Protecting Pipes: Temp vents help regulate the temperature in your basement and crawl space, reducing wear and tear on water pipes that expand and contract with weather changes. This helps prevent rust and prolongs the lifespan of your pipes.

Please note: Our company does not inspect for the presence or absence of health-related molds, mildew, or fungi. We are not authorized, qualified, or licensed to inspect for health-related molds, mildew, or fungi. If you desire information or service for these issues, having the structure inspected by an Industrial Hygienist or Structural Expert would be prudent.

Wood Decay Fungi & Beetle Control

Borate Wood Treatment: Effective Protection Against Pests and Decay

Borates are used to treat both Powder Post Beetles and Wood Decay Fungi under homes. Borate is as toxic as table salt to humans and pets but lethal to wood-consuming insects like termites, powder-post beetles, and old house borers. It also kills wood-destroying microorganisms that cause rot.

Tim-bor®: When sprayed or brushed on bare wood, Tim-bor® forms a protective shell against rot and wood-ingesting insects. It’s easy to use, EPA-registered, and will not affect the color of wood.

Why Choose Borate Wood Treatment?

For over 25 years, borate wood treatment has been one of the most effective and popular choices in pest management. It protects against a variety of infestations, including carpenter ants, termites, and beetles, and safeguards structures from wood-destroying fungi that cause decay. Borate treatment is a common practice for buildings, ensuring protection against wood-destroying pests.

How Do Borates Work?

Borates are natural pesticides made from a compound of oxygen and boron. They act as both a repellent and a bait, killing pests as soon as they chew the treated wood. When ingested, borates inhibit the pests’ ability to extract nutrition from the wood, causing them to starve. This unique action prevents insects from developing resistance to the pesticide.

Application and Benefits

Unlike other treatments, borates can be applied directly to the structure. The glycol adjuvant allows borates to soak deep into the lumber, creating an effective barrier that pests cannot cross. The treatment will not stain or discolor the wood and provides long-lasting control for wood-destroying pests like Powder Post Beetles and Wood Decaying Fungi.

 

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