Crawl Space Ninja Show

Send us Fan Mail Struggling with persistent mold despite treatment? You're not alone. Today's episode tackles a common frustration homeowners face when mold remediation efforts fall short of expectations. We dive into a question from Rod in Maryland, who discovered mold still present in his crawl space after professional Concrobium treatment. The answer lies in understanding two critical...

Send us Fan Mail Tired of worrying about humidity levels in your crawl space while you're away from home? The technology landscape for home moisture control is evolving rapidly, and we're excited to share a game-changing solution with you. Meet AJ, our DIY specialist who's been helping Crawl Space Ninja customers tackle their moisture control projects for three years. In this conver...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder why some yards bounce back from heavy rain while others stay muddy for days? The secret lies in drainage technology, and as our conversation with Joe Zellerman of Hydraway reveals, not all drainage systems are created equal. Did you know the iconic Field of Dreams baseball field—site of MLB's most-watched game ever—relies on Hydraway drainage? When a deluge of thr...

Send us Fan Mail What sounds like fiction torn from a horror screenplay unfolded as disturbing reality in Clackamas County, Oregon. Deputies responded to a neighbor's late-night call and discovered something truly unsettling – a man had transformed the crawlspace beneath a quiet condo into a fully-functioning miniature apartment, complete with string lights, a flat-screen TV, and even gaming...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why some homeowners struggle with basement flooding despite having sump pumps installed? The secret often lies not in the equipment itself, but in the installation techniques. In this eye-opening discussion, Michael Church, the Crawl Space Ninja and Basement Waterproofing Ninja, reveals two game-changing installation methods that separate professional waterproofing f...

Send us Fan Mail Moisture problems lurking beneath your home? Crawl Space Ninja Michael Church cuts through the confusion with this eye-opening compilation on crawl space humidity myths that could be damaging your home's foundation. Have you been told that simply laying down a vapor barrier will solve your humidity problems? Michael reveals why this common "solution" falls short. Wh...

Send us Fan Mail What your mold remediation contractor isn't telling you could be costing you thousands in unnecessary repairs. Drawing from years of experience in crawl space restoration, Michael Church exposes four dangerous myths about mold treatment that continue to circulate among homeowners and even professional remediation companies. The first misconception involves contractors claimin...

Send us Fan Mail The hidden world beneath your home could be quietly undermining your family's health and your house's structural integrity. Crawl space humidity isn't just an "out of sight, out of mind" problem—it's directly connected to issues like mold growth, wood rot, and even childhood asthma triggered by dust mites thriving in moist environments. Michael Church...

Send us Fan Mail Lurking beneath your home, crawl space mold poses a silent threat to your property's structural integrity and your family's health. But with so much conflicting advice online, how do you tackle this problem effectively? In Week 9 of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge, we dive deep into the world of mold removal and disinfection, separating fact from fiction. Personal prote...

Send us Fan Mail Timing is everything when it comes to successful crawl space encapsulation, especially when tackling old vapor barriers and hidden debris. This deep dive into Week Eight of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge reveals why patience pays off and rushing could sabotage your entire project. Most DIYers and even some contractors make the critical mistake of ripping out old vapor barriers o...

Send us Fan Mail The humble rim joist—that critical transition zone where your home's foundation meets its framing—might be the most overlooked vulnerability in your entire building envelope. Michael Church dives deep into this crucial component in week seven of the Crawl Space Repair Challenge, revealing why building science experts consider proper rim joist insulation a non-negotiable aspec...

Send us Fan Mail Breathing clean air shouldn't be a luxury, yet most of us unknowingly fill our lungs with harmful particles, pathogens, and chemicals every day inside our own homes. In this eye-opening conversation, Michael Church welcomes Robia Turner, an indoor air quality expert from Vollara, to uncover the invisible dangers lurking in our living spaces. While we carefully scrutinize our...

Send us Fan Mail Your crawl space might be the most overlooked yet critically important area of your home. In this sixth installment of the Crawl Space Repair Challenge, Michael Church tackles the crucial topic of air sealing—a process that dramatically improves energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and structural integrity. The Department of Energy confirms what Michael has seen firsthand: unsea...

Send us Fan Mail Water infiltration in your crawl space isn't just annoying – it's a serious threat to your home's foundation, air quality, and structural integrity. In this comprehensive guide to crawl space sump pumps and basins, Michael Church of Crawl Space Ninja delivers game-changing insights for homeowners battling moisture issues. Most homeowners make critical mistakes when...

Send us Fan Mail Crawl space water issues often seem like an unsolvable mystery, but the solution starts with understanding a crucial distinction: water management versus waterproofing. These approaches tackle the same problem from fundamentally different angles, each with their own strengths and limitations that every homeowner should understand. Throughout this episode of our Crawl Space Repair...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to tackle the critical but often overlooked step in crawl space renovation? In week three of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge, we're diving deep into the proper installation of dehumidifiers and condensate pumps—essential components for creating a dry, healthy environment beneath your home. Moisture control is the cornerstone of crawl space remediation, and this compreh...

Send us Fan Mail The hidden force behind professional sports fields' impeccable playability isn't just meticulous grounds keeping—it's revolutionary drainage technology. This fascinating conversation with Hydraway specialists reveals how flat-panel drainage systems are transforming everything from Major League Baseball diamonds to golf courses and residential yards. Hydraway vs othe...

Send us Fan Mail Moisture problems lurking beneath your home can lead to serious structural damage and health issues if left untreated. Discover the critical second phase of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge where we tackle two foundational steps that make all the difference in creating a dry, healthy crawl space environment. Removing damaged insulation and sealing foundation vents might seem like...

Send us Fan Mail Crawl spaces are often neglected until serious problems develop, but proper inspection is the crucial first step toward creating a healthy home environment. In this opening episode of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge, Michael Church walks you through the complete process of conducting a professional-grade crawl space inspection—whether you're planning to DIY or hire a contrac...

Send us Fan Mail Curious about what soda blasting really is and why it's revolutionizing crawl space mold remediation? You'll want to hear this revealing conversation with the experts from Crawl Space Ninja of Charlotte (https://crawlspaceninja.com/locations/charlotte-nc/). Videos mentioned: $25,000 Inspection - https://youtu.be/6mOWfJEm6MA?feature=shared Redo Crawl Space After Walkthrou...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what's really happening in that dark, mysterious space beneath your floorboards? In this eye-opening episode, we pull back the curtain on a real-life crawl space inspection in North Georgia with our Lafayette branch manager, James Derry. When homeowner "Tom" called us about water intrusion and mold concerns, we discovered a crawl space with 62...

Send us Fan Mail NOTE: This may be more helpful if the video is watched: https://youtu.be/sp7-O9YFTpo . Wondering exactly how much vapor barrier you need for your crawl space project? Stop guessing and start calculating with precision. Michael Church of CrawlSpaceNinja.com dives into the often-overlooked science of vapor barrier measurement that can make or break your DIY crawl space encapsulation...

Send us Fan Mail Your home's foundation holds a hidden secret that could be silently affecting your family's health and your property's structural integrity. Beneath your floorboards lies a crucial space that 60% of homeowners unknowingly neglect – the crawl space. Think of your crawl space as the roots of a tree. When roots rot, the entire tree suffers. Similarly, a damp crawl spac...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when your brand new air conditioning system struggles to maintain comfort in your home? For Chad in Michigan, the culprit was hiding beneath his floors—a crawl space with humidity levels reaching 78%, creating that persistent "clammy cool feeling" throughout his living space. This episode takes you through Chad's remarkable DIY crawl space transformatio...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the remarkable transformation of a North Carolina homeowner who took matters into his own hands to solve serious foundation moisture issues after discovering a shocking truth: the previous "waterproofing" system was actually directing water INTO his crawl space! When Ian purchased his Durham home, he knew there were issues with the partial basement and crawl spa...