An unfinished basement with a staircase, storage shelves and a washer and dryer

Water intrusion is a common issue in many basements, while water damage is concerning on its own, a damp basement attracts rodents and other pests. Signs of moisture damage aren’t always easily visible. By the time you start noticing musty odors, visible mold, or sagging floors, significant damage may already be done. The best time to protect your investment is before problems start.

Basement remediation and waterproofing from Griffin Pest Solutions can help keep moisture and pests out of your basement. If you have already had a rodent infestation, this service is essential. This simple procedure can help make your basement more waterproof, more usable, and free of rodent waste and messes (if you’ve had rats or mice).

Griffin Pest Solutions offers cutting-edge solutions for moisture control in Michigan, designed to protect your property year-round. Our moisture control services eliminate excess humidity and water intrusion that threatens your home’s foundation, air quality, and structural integrity. Advanced vapor barriers, mechanical ventilation, and crawl space encapsulation solutions create lasting protection against moisture damage, mold growth, and pest infestations.

Do I Need Basement Remediation?

You’ll need basement remediation if you spot signs of water leaking or water damage. Some may claim that all basements just come with that odd, musty smell, but that just isn’t true. That sour odor is a sign of moisture issues, and if left unattended, it can attract pests, breed mold, and cause property damage.

Mold and moisture-driven pests like rats and mice can spread disease, which is all the more reason to clean up and seal up your basement to keep rodents and water out as much as possible.

Who Needs Moisture Control?

Professional moisture control is essential for homeowners who are serious about protecting their investment.

We especially recommend our services for anyone:

Living in humid climates or flood-prone areas where environmental moisture naturally infiltrates foundations and crawl spaces.
Experiencing allergy or respiratory symptoms that may stem from poor indoor air quality caused by moisture-related mold and mildew growth.
Concerned about pest problems since termites, rodents, and other destructive pests actively seek out moist environments for survival and reproduction.
Wanting to reduce energy costs through improved HVAC efficiency and reduced air leakage from properly sealed crawl spaces.
Planning to sell their home and wanting to maximize property value while avoiding costly repair surprises during inspections.

Tired of recurring moisture issues like musty odors, condensation, or visible mold that indicate ongoing humidity problems.

The benefits of professional moisture control include:

Pest control: Encapsulating your crawl space can help protect your home from pests like termites, rodents, and others, preventing them from entering and causing damage. Termites, in particular, are attracted to high moisture environments, as they rely on water for survival.
Enhanced structural integrity: Excess moisture can lead to several issues that weaken structural elements in your house. Controlling moisture in your crawl space helps prevent wood rot, rust, and other potential structural damage.
Improved indoor air quality: Encapsulation prevents moisture buildup, which reduces the growth of mold and mildew.

Reduced risk of water damage: Encapsulation is effective at preventing water intrusion, which can lead to flooding and water damage.

Energy savings: Sealing off the crawl space helps prevent hot or cold air leakage, which can lead to energy loss. This forces your HVAC system to work harder, leading to increased energy bills.

Why Is Moisture Control Important?

Uncontrolled moisture creates a domino effect of damage and contamination throughout your home. When humidity levels spike in crawl spaces and basements, the environment becomes a breeding ground for problems that compound over time and cost significantly more to fix than prevent.

The risks of moisture problems include:

Wood rot and structural damage: Excess humidity threatens to deteriorate wooden beams, floor joists, and subflooring, compromising your home’s structural integrity and requiring expensive repairs or replacement.
Pest infestations: Termites actively seek out humid environments to establish colonies. Rodents, carpenter ants, and other destructive pests also gravitate toward damp areas for nesting and water sources.
Mold and health hazards: Humid conditions trigger mold and mildew growth that releases airborne spores, causing respiratory problems, allergies, and other health issues for your family.
Energy waste: Humid air forces your HVAC system to work harder, driving up utility bills while failing to maintain comfortable temperatures effectively.
Property devaluation: Moisture damage signals poor maintenance to potential buyers and can significantly reduce your home’s market value.

Without professional moisture control, these issues escalate from minor inconveniences to major renovations that could have been easily prevented.

How Do Moisture Problems Begin?

Problems in the crawl space take shape as moisture evaporates from the soil. Gradually, this moisture forms condensation that gathers on wooden surfaces under your home. This slowly weakens the overall structure of your house and attracts fungi, bacteria, pests like termites, and other elements that hasten the deterioration.

Moisture problems in homes also commonly come from sources like:

Plumbing or roof leaks.
Water and steam generated from cooking, showering, washing dishes, or doing laundry.
Poorly maintained or faulty gutters and downspouts.
Sewer system or septic problems.
Moisture in the basement, crawlspace, or attic.

How Does Basement Remediation Work?

We’ll send a technician to your property to remove any old or hazardous insulation. In the process, we will inspect the area for any potential pest entry points, as well as disinfect any droppings and the pathogens they contain.

How We Do It: Our Moisture Control Process

We offer comprehensive moisture management solutions tailored to your home’s specific challenges. When you call us, one of our moisture control technicians will perform a thorough assessment and recommend your best options. We offer a variety of solutions, including:

Vapor Barriers

High-density, reinforced liners installed across your crawl space floor and secured to foundation walls create a continuous moisture barrier. This prevents soil moisture from evaporating into your crawl space air, stopping the root cause of humidity problems before they start.

Mechanical Ventilation Systems

Advanced moisture management systems with automatic controls regulate humidity levels and improve air circulation in crawl spaces and attics. These systems actively remove excess moisture while preventing stagnant air conditions that promote mold growth.

Vapor Barrier Plus Mechanical Ventilation System

Griffin Pest Solutions technicians can combine vapor barriers with a mechanical ventilation system to reduce humidity, provide ventilation, and improve air circulation to much-needed areas. You’ll have two layers of protection against pests and water damage.

How it works is the ventilation system removes moist air, while the vapor barrier prevents it from coming in.

Complete Crawl Space Encapsulation

Our most comprehensive solution encases your entire crawl space — floor, walls, and support piers — with reinforced barriers. This creates a sealed environment that blocks moisture while deterring pest entry, providing maximum protection for your home’s foundation.

Foundation Ventilation

Smart foundation vents automatically adjust based on weather conditions, maintaining optimal temperatures and moisture levels year-round while improving energy efficiency.

We use a proven three-step process to make sure you’re getting the best solution, it’s installed properly, and it provides lasting protection:

PROTECT: We inspect for existing pest activity and measure humidity levels throughout your crawl space. After identifying specific moisture sources, we install protective barriers, qualified dehumidifiers, and drainage systems as needed to eliminate current problems.
DETECT: Wireless monitoring sensors placed in your crawl space connect to a receiving unit in your home, providing real-time humidity tracking so you can verify your system’s effectiveness and catch potential issues early.
INSPECT: Annual technician visits include system maintenance and comprehensive inspections to ensure continued protection and optimal performance.