10/12/2026
Isaias didn’t have to flood your street to reach the space under your floor. 🔦
Now that the rain has cleared, a quick flashlight check from your crawl space door can tell you a lot. Watch for:
• Standing water on the ground
• Insulation sagging or fallen between the joists
• A v***r barrier that’s shifted or has water on top
• A sump pump or dehumidifier that didn’t restart after the power went out
• A musty smell in the rooms above
If you spot any of these, time matters. A wet crawl space should be dried out within 24 to 48 hours to help prevent mold. And if any wiring or equipment got wet, stay out and let a pro take a look.
Our latest blog walks through what to check and what to do next. 👇
A hurricane that comes ashore on the Gulf Coast can carry heavy rain well into Alabama, far from where it made landfall. If your home sits over a crawl space, that rain doesn’t have to flood your street to reach the space under your floor. Water can pool on the dirt, soak into the insulation, […...