Many homes with unconditioned crawl spaces experience moisture related issues, such as mold and wood rot. Left unchecked, crawl space moisture issues can compromise the indoor air quality of the home and lead to reduced home value. To avoid these issues, experts recommend crawl space and basement encapsulation. As with everything, there is a right and wrong way of doing things. Continue on to learn all about encapsulating the crawl space and the dos and don’ts of installing one. WHAT NOT TO DO WHEN ENCAPSULATING YOUR CRAWL SPACE When you’re encapsulating your crawl space, you want to make sure it is installed correctly. Here are some of the don’ts when encapsulating your crawl space. DON’T ENCAPSULATE BEFORE SEALING GAPS & CRACKS …