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A better conversation starts here
Compare the scope.
Then compare the price.
Use the same questions with every company on your shortlist. These prompts come from the existing Crawl Space Compass homeowner guidance.
What happens after rain?
Record where water first appears and how long it stays. Ask about the collection route, discharge point and maintenance before comparing drainage proposals.
What if the floor is sagging?
Ask for photos identifying affected joists, beams, piers or subfloor and a written repair scope. Separate structural work from moisture-control work.
What belongs in every written quote?
Diagnosis, proposed work, materials, exclusions, cleanup, maintenance, permit responsibility and warranty terms. Ask why two companies recommend different systems.
What can I document safely?
Only document areas you can access safely. Ask an inspector for crawl-space photos rather than entering a flooded or visibly damaged space.