Mold Potential in Illinois Crawl Space
The thin plastic liner in this crawl space is very ineffective as a vapor barrier. It fails to seal out moisture that emits from the damp dirt floor.
Dirt Crawl Space in Illinois
This Illinois crawl space has a dirt floor. Groundwater, humidity, and condensation compound the moisture problem and create a breeding ground for mold and wood rot.
Tarp Covered Crawl Space in Illinois
This Illinois crawl space has a tarp covering a dirt floor, but it does nothing to seal out moisture. Installing a vapor barrier such as CleanSpace will drastically reduce the risk of mold growth in a crawl space.