By Priya Natarajan · October 8, 2026
Moisture is the first thing. We take readings on the framing, because wood that stays wet invites rot and termites.
We check the vapor barrier on the ground. Torn or missing plastic lets humidity rise into the house all summer.
We look at the piers, beams and joists for cracks, sagging or past repairs that were done with the wrong materials.
Finally we check ducts and plumbing. A disconnected duct in a crawlspace quietly heats or cools the dirt instead of your living room.
