Category: Clean Crawls’ Corner – Seattle’s Insulation Company

It rains a lot here in Seattle. And by ‘a lot’, we mean practically all the time. Because it rains so frequently, it can be easy for residents forget about the damaging effects that a sudden heavy rain can have on their home and property. Flooded crawlspaces are not an uncommon occurrence. However, as crawl

Many people don’t know what to make of the standing water, moldy insulation and nasty smell that they find when they visit their crawl space. To help clarify some things, we have compiled a short list of some of the top crawl space FAQs regarding crawl space conditions and their answers. Why is my crawl

What is the number one concern people have when the temperatures drop and they realize that things in their crawl space are getting a more than just a little chilly? Their pipes, of course. When the thermometer starts plummeting, it pays to check the conditions of your crawl space. Because a crawl space is partially

Not many of us bother to research insulation. Why should we? As long it was put in the walls, floors, and ceilings when the house was built, why should anyone bother their heads about it years later? Unfortunately, having an improper understanding of insulation and it’s function and impact on your home can mean that

Chuck Henrichsen, owner of Clean Crawls, stopped by New Day Northwest last week to discuss the importance of clean crawl spaces and attics, and their role in keeping homes cool and healthy in summer. Rem Husted from Puget Sound Energy was on hand to announce that Clean Crawls was recognized with the PSE 2013 Weatherization Award for being the top performer

Homeowners want to know where to start. We spend a lot of time talking about the dangers of moisture in your crawl space, but what should be your next step? The answers to these top three questions that homeowners ask give practical recommendations to maintaining your crawl space and avoiding moisture damage and mold. “What’s

This article has been updated with new a info-graphic since its original publishing date! In the Pacific Northwest, spring rain is a given. Rain year round, in fact, is a certainty. Because of where we live, however, it can be easy for us to forget that, when the spring rain comes and there are days of

Whether your home is brand new or dates back to the early 1900’s, it is probably harboring toxic airborne chemicals. Homes these days are filled with invisible invaders and not all of them are safe. Chemical compounds are found in emissions from paint, plastic, carpet, flooring, building materials, and household cleaning solutions. Even our mattresses