Home » Services » Crawl Space Repair » Problem » Musty Odors & Smells Musty Crawl Space Odors & Smells Richmond Musty Smell in Your Crawl Space? Kefficient Can Help Do you have musty smells & odors coming from your crawl space? If so, then it's time to call in a professional. Because musty smells & odors are often the first warning sign that something seriously wrong is happening in your crawl space. Call Kefficient today for a FREE inspection. Why Does My Crawl Space Smell Bad? When it comes to pinpointing musty odors & smells in a crawl space, Kefficient is here to help. Below are some of the most common reasons your crawl space may be producing such vile smiles: High Humidity & MoistureExcess, stagnant moisture and Richmond's humidity will create a musty smell. This smell often indicates that your crawl space is in trouble and possibly infected with mold.Standing waterStanding water is a clear sign of leakage from some areas within the crawl space. Even a small puddle can signify a more significant problem that will grow over time. View AllWood RotWhen combined with high humidity & moisture, wood tends to become infected with rot. Wood produces a musty, earthy smell as the rot spreads and breaks down wood.Mold and mildewMold and mildew come in various colors, including black, brown, yellow, or green. Mold thrives in humid, damp conditions. If you have mold growing in your home, it's a clear sign your crawl space needs treatment. View Less Kefficient's Musty Crawl Space Solutions In RichmondAt Kefficient, we offer professional crawl space repair to keep your home safe and comfortable. Our solutions to your musty odors & smells will save you money while protecting your home from mold and structural collapse. Services such as: Crawl Space Encapsulation Crawl space encapsulation is vapor barriers, dehumidifiers, sump pumps, and air ventilation coming together to provide an environment that keeps water out of your crawl space and your home dry. Learn More Crawl Space Insulation Crawl space insulation involves sealing up your crawl space and replacing the insulation. This is often combined with crawl space encapsulation to ensure a lasting seal for years to come. Learn MoreView All Crawl Space Waterproofing At Kefficient, crawl space waterproofing is all about controlling groundwater from above and below the surface. That is why we install internal and external drain systems, gravity exits, and sump pumps with discharge lines. Learn More Crawl Space Vent Doors For a crawl space to remain healthy, it needs secure ventilation. That is why Kefficient can install crawl space doors that keep unwanted guests out but provide ventilation to keep humidity and mold away. Learn More Dehumidifiers A dehumidifier in your crawl space removes moisture from the air and replaces it with dry air. This process controls humidity, and prevents wood rot, mildew, and mold growth. At Kefficient, our crawl space dehumidifiers will keep your crawl space free from moisture. Learn MoreView LessKefficient's Musty Crawl Space Solutions In Richmondsolutions to your musty odors & smells will save you money while protecting your home from mold and structural collapse. Services such as: Crawl Space Encapsulation Crawl space encapsulation is vapor barriers, dehumidifiers, sump pumps, and air ventilation coming together to provide an environment that keeps water out of your crawl space and your home dry. Learn More Crawl Space Insulation Crawl space insulation involves sealing up your crawl space and replacing the insulation. This is often combined with crawl space encapsulation to ensure a lasting seal for years to come. Learn More Crawl Space Waterproofing At Kefficient, crawl space waterproofing is all about controlling groundwater from above and below the surface. That is why we install internal and external drain systems, gravity exits, and sump pumps with discharge lines. Learn More Crawl Space Vent Doors For a crawl space to remain healthy, it needs secure ventilation. That is why Kefficient can install crawl space doors that keep unwanted guests out but provide ventilation to keep humidity and mold away. Learn More Dehumidifiers A dehumidifier in your crawl space removes moisture from the air and replaces it with dry air. This process controls humidity, and prevents wood rot, mildew, and mold growth. At Kefficient, our crawl space dehumidifiers will keep your crawl space free from moisture. Learn More Concerned about financing? Kefficient understands that home repairs can be sudden and costly. That is why we offer flexible financing options to our customers for all of our home repair services. Learn More Learn More Concerned about financing? Kefficient understands that home repairs can be sudden and costly. That is why we offer flexible financing options to our customers for all of our home repair services. Learn More Reviews from Our Satisfied Customers At Kefficient, we deliver lasting solutions for our customers. Let them tell you why they trust us as their preferred foundation, crawl space repair, and waterproofing specialist. View All Reviews Write a Review Pam Westvery great people , answered all questions and concernsPam WestJanuary 20, 2023 Mark BlakeneyKefficient replaced my sump pump from a botched JES job. The discharge pipe was spraying water under my house and...Mark BlakeneyJanuary 26, 2023 Barb LewisThe whole experience of getting this project done was wonderful. All of our questions were answered when we had them...BBarb LewisJanuary 27, 2023 Vickie DodsonKefficient is a very professional company and they provided a quality service. Brad was prompt and efficient when providing a...Vickie DodsonJanuary 27, 2023 Rena LoganWas very happy with the remediation and encapsulation they did to my walk in attic and crawlspace. Communication was great,...Rena LoganJanuary 23, 2023 Ryan TrappWe were recommended to Kefficient from a friend of ours, and couldn't have been happier with the results. From scheduling...Ryan TrappJanuary 30, 2023 Jack BurgessCompetitive pricing, very responsive and professional. Scheduling was well coordinated, crews arrived right on time as did the supervisors. Care...JJack BurgessJanuary 27, 2023 Morag WeatherheadI’ve had a lot of work done, on numerous homes, over the years but I’ve never been more impressed with...MMorag WeatherheadJanuary 28, 2023 Max NortonKefficient did a great job on our crawl space encapsulation. Their sales associate was knowledgeable and courteous, explaining each step...MMax NortonJanuary 31, 2023 Joe ChodkiewiczThe crew and management were attentive to every detail of our basement waterproofing. We couldn’t be more pleased with the...JJoe ChodkiewiczFebruary 17, 2023 SandyWe are so very happy to find Kefficient. This company takes the time to listen to your needs and they...SandyFebruary 18, 2023 View All Reviews Write a Review Gross Crawl Space Or Basement? Set Up A Consultation Kefficient is here to help. Call us today for a free inspection. 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