A moisture barrier is used when installing floors or walls in areas prone to dampness or excess moisture, such as basements, ceilings, or crawl spaces. There is a reason why you should be concerned … [Read more...] about Why You Should Be Concerned About Ground Moisture
Crawlspace
The Importance of Updating Your Crawl Space After a Flood
From natural disasters to problems with plumbing, a flood in your home is disastrous. Flood damage can wreak havoc on your home and is a homeowner’s worst nightmare. In the case of a flood, many times … [Read more...] about The Importance of Updating Your Crawl Space After a Flood
Should I Ventilate My Crawl Space?
When purchasing a home, it’s important to understand the purpose of your crawlspace and how it can impact the health of your home. If you find yourself asking, “Should I ventilate my crawl space?” … [Read more...] about Should I Ventilate My Crawl Space?
The Benefits of Crawl Space Encapsulation
Crawl space encapsulation is the process of adding heavy-duty polyethylene sheeting to your crawl space floors and foundation walls. By encapsulating your crawl space, you keep that space cleaner and … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Crawl Space Encapsulation
The Top 5 Underlayments for Vapor Barriers
The function of a moisture barrier is to help keep moisture from moving through a wall or floor. This is accomplished by using certified vapor retarder plastic sheeting while installing floors or … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Underlayments for Vapor Barriers
Contractors Love Buying Plastic Sheeting From Americover
Americover has been the trusted source for plastic sheeting by contractors for over 25 years. Serving our loyal community of builders is one of the things we do best! We asked some of our customers … [Read more...] about Contractors Love Buying Plastic Sheeting From Americover
What are the Benefits of Dura Skrim?
Dura Skrim is a lightweight and highly tear-resistant polyethylene liner that has been sold and trusted by Americover for many years. This highly acclaimed plastic sheeting has many applications … [Read more...] about What are the Benefits of Dura Skrim?
How Much Vapor Barrier Do I Need for My Crawl Space?
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 … [Read more...] about What is Your Home’s Radon Risk?
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 … [Read more...] about Weatherizing for Winter with Plastic Sheeting