Check Your Window Wells

How to Check for Moisture Under My House?

Moisture under a house can cause serious structural damage, so it's important to check your window wells regularly and take steps to correct any issues. Here are some signs to watch for:

• Standing water in the window well
• Mold or mildew on the walls of the window well
• Rotting wood around the window well
• Efflorescence (a white, powdery substance) on the walls of the window well

If you notice any of these signs, it's important to take steps to correct the issue as soon as possible. Here are some things you can do:

• Clean out the window well and remove any debris
• Install a window well cover to keep water out
• Grade the soil around the window well so that water drains away from the house
• Install a sump pump to remove water from the window well

By taking these steps, you can help to prevent moisture damage to your home and keep your family safe.