Buying a Home in Arkansas? Don’t Skip the Crawl Space Inspection

Curb appeal is great — but what’s underneath the house might matter more.

In Arkansas, where crawl spaces are common, skipping this part of your pre-purchase inspection could cost you thousands down the line.

At PierPoint Foundation Solutions, we specialize in uncovering the hidden issues sellers don’t always know about (or want to talk about) — especially when it comes to the crawl space.

🧱 Why the Crawl Space Matters

It’s out of sight — but directly affects:

• The structure of the home

• The indoor air quality

• The energy bills and HVAC system

• The risk of future repairs or infestations

• Your comfort and safety

This area supports your floors, houses ductwork, plumbing, and electrical, and often hides problems like moisture, mold, pests, sagging, and decay.

⚠️ Crawl Space Issues That Kill Deals

Many Arkansas home sales hit snags because of:

• Standing water and poor drainage

• Mold, mildew, or heavy odors

• Rotted wood and structural instability

• Sagging floors or damaged support piers

• Termite or rodent evidence

• Cheap or missing vapor barriers

• Inaccessible or unsafe entry points

• Code violations (like venting or height issues)

A good inspector will catch some of this.

But a crawl space specialist like PierPoint catches it all — and knows how to fix it before it scares off your buyer or lender.

🛠️ What We Offer Buyers

If you’re buying a home and want peace of mind, we’ll inspect the crawl space before you sign.

✔️ Moisture and mold inspection

✔️ Structural assessment (joists, beams, supports)

✔️ Drainage and vapor barrier evaluation

✔️ Pest evidence and insulation review

✔️ Real estate agent-ready inspection summary

✔️ Optional video documentation or photos

✔️ Quote for any needed repairs — no pressure to buy

Whether you’re paying cash or getting a loan, we’ll give you the info you need to make a confident decision.

💬 A Buyer’s Tip

If your seller doesn’t want a crawl space inspection — ask why.

There’s often a reason, and it’s not a good one.

📞 Get a Professional Crawl Space Inspection Before You Buy

Arkansas homes are unique — and so are the challenges beneath them.

Don’t gamble on guesswork. Call PierPoint and know what you’re getting into.

📍 Serving all of Arkansas

📅 To schedule your buyer-focused crawl space inspection, contact Dakota Treece:

📞 (501) 284-9330

📘 Message us on Facebook @PierPointFoundationSolutions

🔗 Book Your Crawl Space Buyer Check

We protect your investment — before it becomes your problem.