Thoughts From the Crawlspace

This week, Jamie tackles a question every homeowner faces: Should you handle home improvement projects yourself or hire a professional? He breaks down common projects into three simple categories: gre...

18 Feb 17min

This week, Jamie breaks down the often-overlooked danger of electrical overload, a leading cause of residential fires. Jamie explores how silent electrical fires start, the subtle warning signs many p...

11 Feb 13min

This week, Jamie shares water heater problems that can cause major inconvenience and costly damage if left unchecked. He breaks down the common causes, from sediment buildup and corrosion to poor main...

4 Feb 18min

Dryer fires are far more common than most homeowners realize, and the dryer vent is often the root cause. In this episode, Jamie explains how lint buildup, restricted airflow, and improper vent materi...

28 Jan 16min

This week, Jamie shares why gutter maintenance is one of the most overlooked and most critical parts of protecting your home from water damage. Improper roof and yard runoff account for an estimated 9...

21 Jan 22min

Welcome back to the Thoughts from the Crawlspace podcast! This week, Jamie breaks down the vital role sump pumps play in protecting your home from water damage, especially during heavy rain and severe...

14 Jan 18min

In this episode of Thoughts from the Crawl Space, Jamie shares what it really takes to be an outstanding home inspector. He breaks down the difference between just getting by and truly excelling in th...

31 Des 202520min

In this episode of Thoughts from the Crawl Space, Jamie breaks down one of the most misunderstood hazards in older homes: asbestos. Once prized for its fire-resistant and insulating qualities, asbesto...

24 Des 202517min