I am buying a house in Louisiana that has new beams with some seperation occuring per the house inspector. He recommend a moisture barrier be installed and there is inadequate ventilation in the crawl space. Please advise.
2006-12-29 01:24:04 · 1 answers · asked by frankkampf 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Not quite sure what the separation issue is. Are the beams built-up laminated material that have been nailed together, or dimensional lumber? Would need more info regarding that.
If the crawlspace has a dirt floor, then you would need a 6 mil black (preferably) plastic to cover the floor. International Residence Code says that for every 150 sq. ft. of floor space you need 1 sq. ft. of ventilation. Note that this is minimum. The more ventilation you can install, the better you are.
Feel free to email me with any questions you have.
2006-12-29 03:36:50 · answer #1 · answered by tim r 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋