Why Is My Crawl Space So Damp? (And What to Do About It in Upstate NY)

Why Is My Crawl Space So Damp? (And What to Do About It in Upstate NY)

Introduction If your crawl space feels damp—or worse, smells musty or shows signs of mold—you’re not alone. In places like Albany, Schenectady, and Troy, thousands of homes were built with vented crawl spaces that trap moisture instead of removing it. Over time, that can lead to bigger issues: mold growth, wood rot, high energy bills,…