What is Your Home’s Radon Risk?
Radon is a radioactive gas that is odorless, colorless, and extremely dangerous. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA), radon is linked to more than 20,000 lung cancer deaths [...]
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Crawlspace
Weatherizing for Winter with Plastic Sheeting
Heating and cooling account for nearly 48 percent of the average home’s energy expense, and with winter here, plastic sheeting offers a few easy ways to save on monthly utility bills. Effective weat [...]
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Customer Review for Crawl Space Liner
"I’m very satisfied with the crawl space liner that I purchased from Americover. The transaction was easy with no-hassle shipping and the product quality is everything as advertised. Your website is [...]
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Crawl Space Encapsulations as a Pest Control Solution & More
Most pests are drawn to dark, damp areas that are often undisturbed. It’s unlikely that you are spending a lot of time in your crawl space, especially if you aren’t using it for something like sto [...]
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DIY Crawlspace Encapsulation
Carl from New Jersey - DIY Crawlspace Installation
Carl purchased our string reinforced poly 6 mil clear and 12 mil white/black for his crawlspace project at his sister's house in New Jersey. He foll [...]
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Crawlspace Encapsulation Q & A with Jason Treiger
Top 5 questions asked by customers purchasing crawlspace liners.
Q: How do I know what thickness to use?
A: It depends on the floor in the crawlspace & if you are going to [...]
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Moisture Problems in Manufactured Homes
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development has a publication regarding the moisture problems in manufactured homes. This document contains several checklists including a manufacturer’s che [...]
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Vapor Barrier vs Vapor Retarder
The main goal of vapor barrier installation is to control moisture diffusion. When ground moisture enters the structure through the floor slabs, it can cause the wood to rot and trigger the growth of [...]
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