Moisture Control

Name: Cedar Pest Control
Address: 4957 Cox Rd,, Glen Allen, VA, 23060
Telephone: (804) 575-5536

Professional Moisture Barriers for Your Crawl Space

Your crawl space probably isn't top of mind until you notice a musty smell, warped floors, or pests setting up camp down there. Moisture in crawl spaces creates perfect conditions for mold, wood rot, termites, and rodents. Cedar Pest Control stops moisture problems before they turn into disasters with fast, guaranteed, and eco-friendly moisture barrier installations that protect your home from the ground up.

Our professional-grade barriers do more than block moisture—they eliminate the conditions that attract termites, carpenter ants, silverfish, rodents, and other moisture-loving pests. By controlling humidity at the source, we prevent mold growth, wood rot, and the structural damage that costs thousands to repair, all while keeping your family and pets safe. If pests appear after installation, we'll come back and address the issue at no extra cost.

What We Use to Keep Your Crawl Space Dry

We don't mess around with flimsy plastic sheets that fall apart in six months. Our moisture control approach utilizes professional-grade materials designed to last, beginning with a thorough crawl space inspection. We can protect your crawl space with a complete system of materials and treatments, including:

Heavy-duty 15-mil reinforced polyethylene vapor barriers (waterproof, fire-retardant, anti-microbial, puncture-resistant)
Commercial-grade dehumidifiers to regulate humidity levels and prevent mold growth
Waterproof sealing tape and adhesive strips to secure every seam and edge
Sanitizing treatments to clean crawl space surfaces and eliminate pest-attracting conditions
Safe mold remediation products that improve indoor air quality without harsh chemicals
R-19 crawl space insulation and spray-in wall insulation (1.5 inch) to improve energy efficiency
Crawl space doors and vent seals to block pests and prevent outdoor elements from entering

These work together to create a dry barrier that pests hate and your home's structure loves. Everything we use meets EPA safety standards, so your kids and pets stay safe while we handle the problem.

Moisture control prevents more than pests—and headaches. Call us at (804) 575-5536 or request a free inspection now!

Simple, Safe, and Always Guaranteed

Naturally Tough
Eco-friendly pest control products mean that there’s less worry and healthier spaces.
Better for Everyone
We only use stuff that's safe for the pets and people who matter most to you.
Quick Scheduling
Same-day and next-day appointments mean you won't be waiting around all week.
Service Guaranteed
Pests show up between visits? Call us and we'll return to retreat for free.

Professional Moisture Barrier Prep and Installation

Before we install anything, we prep your crawl space the right way. That means clearing out debris, removing standing water, and addressing any active pest problems. Once the space is clean, we roll out a heavy-duty vapor barrier across the entire floor, seal every seam with waterproof tape, and secure the edges along your foundation walls and support piers using adhesive attachment methods.

High humidity levels? We install a commercial-grade dehumidifier designed specifically for crawl space conditions. It runs continuously to keep moisture in check, and we'll show you how to monitor it. We also seal old vents and replace damaged access doors, because letting humid outdoor air in defeats the whole purpose of moisture control.

Looking for some inspiration? Take a look at our Before and After Gallery to see the impact of Moisture Control.

Other Ways to Keep Your Crawl Space Dry

Once your moisture barrier is installed, a few simple habits will help maintain its effectiveness. Start by checking your gutters and downspouts regularly—clogged gutters dump water near your foundation, which seeps into the crawl space and undoes all the work we just completed. Also, be sure to:

Direct downspouts at least six feet away from your foundation
Fix plumbing leaks quickly, especially in bathrooms and kitchens above the crawl space
Inspect the crawl space access door for gaps or damage that let in outside air
Keep landscaping graded away from your foundation to prevent water pooling near the house

These simple steps reduce how much moisture reaches your crawl space in the first place. The drier you keep things, the longer your moisture barrier lasts.

Annual Assessments Prevent Costly Structural Problems

Most homes need an annual crawl space checkup to inspect the moisture barrier, test humidity levels, and catch any new pest activity. If you live somewhere with a high water table or get hit with frequent rain, you might need more frequent visits during wet seasons.

Notice musty smells, extra humidity inside, or bugs appearing out of nowhere? Call us right away at (804) 575-5536!