How Termites and Crawl Spaces Go Hand in Hand

You might not see them — but termites might already be inside your crawl space, eating your home from the bottom up.

Arkansas homes are especially vulnerable due to high humidity, soil type, and moisture-prone foundations.

And the number one place termites start?

The crawl space.

At PierPoint Foundation Solutions, we see the damage firsthand. Let’s break down why termites love crawl spaces — and what to do about it before they become a six-legged nightmare.

🐜 Why Termites Thrive in Crawl Spaces

Crawl spaces create the perfect storm for termite infestations:

• Moist wood from condensation or plumbing leaks

• Hidden darkness — ideal for colony growth

• Direct ground-to-wood contact from unprotected framing

• Poor airflow or clogged vents

• Unsealed foundation cracks or entry points

• Organic debris left behind by previous homeowners or builders

Termites enter from underground and feast quietly for years before damage becomes visible above the floor.

🧱 Damage They Cause (and It’s Not Just Cosmetic)

Termites can destroy:

• Floor joists

• Subfloor sheathing

• Support beams and sill plates

• Insulation and vapor barriers

• Foundation piers (wood or block)

• HVAC ducting and insulation wrap

This not only affects your home’s structure — it leads to bouncy floors, uneven surfaces, musty smells, and even collapse.

🔍 Signs You Might Have Crawl Space Termites

Most homeowners won’t see termites — but may notice:

• Soft or sagging floors above certain rooms

• Discolored patches on baseboards

• Hollow-sounding wood

• Small piles of wings or droppings

• Visible mud tubes near the crawl space door

• Crumbling or blistering wood in joists or beams

🛠️ PierPoint’s Role in Termite Prevention

We don’t apply pesticides — but we fix the conditions that attract termites.

✔️ Moisture removal with sump pump + EZ-Flow

✔️ Vapor barrier installation (20 mil reinforced)

✔️ Full crawl space encapsulation

✔️ Replacement of termite-damaged joists, beams, or subfloor

✔️ Sealing foundation cracks or soil penetration points

✔️ Inspector-ready documentation for real estate or pest control agents

We also partner with licensed pest control companies to make sure the job gets done right.

📞 Don’t Feed the Termites

If you suspect crawl space damage or just want to make sure your home isn’t on the menu — call us.

We’ll check under the home before the damage rises to the surface.

📍 Serving all of Arkansas

📅 To schedule a termite-conscious crawl space inspection, contact Dakota Treece:

📞 (501) 284-9330

📘 Message us on Facebook @PierPointFoundationSolutions

🔗 Book Your Crawl Space & Termite Check

Protect your home’s foundation — and stop termites where they start.