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You’ve cleaned the guest bathroom. The fridge is full. The table is set. But while you’re busy prepping for Thanksgiving, your home might be hiding something less festive. We’re talking about the crawlspace and attic. Forgotten corners of the house that can quietly sabotage your holiday comfort, ruin your air quality, or even spook your… [ Read More ]

Seattle weather doesn’t mess around this time of year. It’s wet, it’s cold, and your heater is working overtime. But if your home still feels drafty no matter how high you turn the thermostat, the real problem might be overhead—in your attic. Most people think of crawlspaces when it comes to home efficiency. But your… [ Read More ]

Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear headlamps, coveralls, and elbow pads—and crawl into the filthiest, darkest corners of your home with one mission: to make it safer, cleaner, and more efficient. At American Crawlspace & Pest Services, our technicians don’t just clean crawlspaces and attics. They face the cramped, the creepy, and the downright… [ Read More ]

There’s something about crawlspaces that makes people hesitate. Maybe it’s the tight, dark space. Maybe it’s the fear of what might be living under there. Or maybe it’s something even more common—you’re worried about the crawlspace costs. We hear it all the time: “I’d love to get it cleaned out, but I’m scared it’ll be… [ Read More ]

What Rodent Exclusion Really Means Rodent exclusion isn’t just trapping mice or rats once they invade. It’s about denying them entry in the first place. At its core, rodent exclusion is proofing your home—especially crawlspaces and attics—so rodents can’t get inside where they cause damage, degrade insulation, or harm air quality. 1. Identify All Entry… [ Read More ]

Most folks forget the crawlspace until something smells, leaks, or pests show up. But waiting only lets small problems become costly ones. A clean crawlspace protects your home, your health, and your wallet. Here are 7 urgent signs you need a crawlspace clean out now — plus what to do about each one. Don’t Ignore… [ Read More ]

Most homeowners think about the kitchen, bathrooms, or bedrooms when it comes to health. But the crawlspace? It’s easy to ignore. The truth is simple. Your crawlspace acts as a gatekeeper for your home’s air quality, safety, and comfort. If it’s dirty, damp, or full of pests, your family feels the impact upstairs. Here are… [ Read More ]

Most homeowners think of their crawlspace as empty space. It isn’t. It’s a living, breathing environment. Moisture, mold, pests, and debris all interact down there. That crawlspace ecosystem affects your home more than you realize. Left unchecked, it spreads problems into the air you breathe and the structure you rely on. That’s why American Crawl… [ Read More ]

A crawlspace clean out may not be on your weekend to-do list, but it should be. This space plays a big role in your home’s health, safety, and efficiency. Ignoring it lets small problems grow into big ones—fast. Watch for these five warning signs that mean it’s time to schedule a professional crawlspace clean out… [ Read More ]

Attic mold is more common than most homeowners think. It can harm your home’s structure, ruin insulation, and affect indoor air quality. Understanding what causes it—and how attic mold remediation solves the problem—can save you from costly repairs and health issues. 1. Roof Leaks How They Cause Mold Even small roof leaks let moisture into… [ Read More ]