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Crawl Space Ninja Show

Michael Church, Founder of Crawl Space Ninja

Welcome to the Crawl Space Ninja Show with Michael Church, where we break down the real fixes that make your home healthier. Each episode covers practical, proven ways to improve indoor air quality by addressing the attic, basement, and crawl space — the hidden areas that control how your whole home feels and functions.

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7:21

DIY Crawl Space Guide: Vapor Barrier Removal Week 8

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2025/08/04

Timing is everything when it comes to successful crawl space encapsulation, especially when tackling old vapor barriers and hidden debris. This deep dive into Week Eight of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge reveals why patience pays off and rushing could sabotage your entire project. Most DIYers and even some contractors make the critical mistake of ripping out old vapor barriers on day one. I'm showing you why this strategic delay actually accelerates your overall project success. By maintai...

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DIY Crawl Space Guide: Rim Joist Insulation Week 7

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2025/07/28

The humble rim joist—that critical transition zone where your home's foundation meets its framing—might be the most overlooked vulnerability in your entire building envelope. Michael Church dives deep into this crucial component in week seven of the Crawl Space Repair Challenge, revealing why building science experts consider proper rim joist insulation a non-negotiable aspect of home performance. Moisture management stands front and center in this detailed exploration of rim joist insulatio...

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29:58

Clean Air Revolution: Revealing Indoor Pollution...

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2025/07/21

Breathing clean air shouldn't be a luxury, yet most of us unknowingly fill our lungs with harmful particles, pathogens, and chemicals every day inside our own homes. In this eye-opening conversation, Michael Church welcomes Robia Turner, an indoor air quality expert from Vollara, to uncover the invisible dangers lurking in our living spaces. While we carefully scrutinize our food and water, we rarely consider the quality of what we breathe continuously—despite survival being measured in minu...

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DIY Crawl Space Guide: Air Sealing Subfloor: Week 6

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2025/07/14

Your crawl space might be the most overlooked yet critically important area of your home. In this sixth installment of the Crawl Space Repair Challenge, Michael Church tackles the crucial topic of air sealing—a process that dramatically improves energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and structural integrity. The Department of Energy confirms what Michael has seen firsthand: unsealed crawl spaces contribute significantly to moisture problems affecting both your health and home structure. Whe...

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DIY Crawl Space Guide: Sump Pumps and Basins Week 5

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2025/07/07

Water infiltration in your crawl space isn't just annoying – it's a serious threat to your home's foundation, air quality, and structural integrity. In this comprehensive guide to crawl space sump pumps and basins, Michael Church of Crawl Space Ninja delivers game-changing insights for homeowners battling moisture issues. Most homeowners make critical mistakes when selecting and installing sump pump systems. Michael reveals why cast iron or carbon steel pumps with substantial warranties are ...

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10:57

DIY Crawl Space Guide: Flood Water Management Week 4

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2025/06/30

Crawl space water issues often seem like an unsolvable mystery, but the solution starts with understanding a crucial distinction: water management versus waterproofing. These approaches tackle the same problem from fundamentally different angles, each with their own strengths and limitations that every homeowner should understand. Throughout this episode of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge, Michael Church breaks down the essential tools and techniques professional "ninjas" use to address flo...

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DIY Crawl Space Guide: Mastering Moisture Control Week 3

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2025/06/23

Ready to tackle the critical but often overlooked step in crawl space renovation? In week three of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge, we're diving deep into the proper installation of dehumidifiers and condensate pumps—essential components for creating a dry, healthy environment beneath your home. Moisture control is the cornerstone of crawl space remediation, and this comprehensive guide walks you through everything from selecting the right commercial-grade equipment to determining optimal p...

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29:45

Hydraway transforms sports fields and homes with...

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2025/06/16

The hidden force behind professional sports fields' impeccable playability isn't just meticulous grounds keeping—it's revolutionary drainage technology. This fascinating conversation with Hydraway specialists reveals how flat-panel drainage systems are transforming everything from Major League Baseball diamonds to golf courses and residential yards. Hydraway vs other waterproofing and drainage products video: https://youtu.be/lIz4wQXsW54?feature=shared When torrential rain threatened the ico...

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DIY Crawl Space Guide: Removing Wet Insulation Week 2

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2025/06/09

Moisture problems lurking beneath your home can lead to serious structural damage and health issues if left untreated. Discover the critical second phase of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge where we tackle two foundational steps that make all the difference in creating a dry, healthy crawl space environment. Removing damaged insulation and sealing foundation vents might seem like simple tasks, but they're absolutely essential for addressing crawl space moisture at its source. When damp or mo...

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10:59

DIY Crawl Space Guide: Inspecting Before Repairing...

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2025/06/02

Crawl spaces are often neglected until serious problems develop, but proper inspection is the crucial first step toward creating a healthy home environment. In this opening episode of our Crawl Space Repair Challenge, Michael Church walks you through the complete process of conducting a professional-grade crawl space inspection—whether you're planning to DIY or hire a contractor. Discover why relying on your senses alone can lead to missed problems as Michael explains how moisture, mold, and...

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58:56

Why Soda Blasting Is Worth Every Penny For Your Crawl...

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2025/05/19

Curious about what soda blasting really is and why it's revolutionizing crawl space mold remediation? You'll want to hear this revealing conversation with the experts from Crawl Space Ninja of Charlotte (https://crawlspaceninja.com/locations/charlotte-nc/). Videos mentioned: $25,000 Inspection - https://youtu.be/6mOWfJEm6MA?feature=shared Redo Crawl Space After Walkthrough - https://youtu.be/6mOWfJEm6MA?feature=shared Most homeowners facing crawl space mold are presented with basic chemical ...

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19:18

The Forgotten Space: How Neglected Crawl Spaces...

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2025/04/26

Have you ever wondered what's really happening in that dark, mysterious space beneath your floorboards? In this eye-opening episode, we pull back the curtain on a real-life crawl space inspection in North Georgia with our Lafayette branch manager, James Derry. When homeowner "Tom" called us about water intrusion and mold concerns, we discovered a crawl space with 62-63% humidity levels, fallen insulation, and multiple varieties of fungal growth actively degrading his home's structural compon...

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12:38

From Ground to Wall: A Complete Guide to Calculating...

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2025/04/19

NOTE: This may be more helpful if the video is watched: https://youtu.be/sp7-O9YFTpo. Wondering exactly how much vapor barrier you need for your crawl space project? Stop guessing and start calculating with precision. Michael Church of CrawlSpaceNinja.com dives into the often-overlooked science of vapor barrier measurement that can make or break your DIY crawl space encapsulation. Far from a simple floor measurement, proper calculation involves accounting for uneven ground, support pillars, ...

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Transforming Your Crawl Space: From Moldy Nightmare...

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2025/04/12

Your home's foundation holds a hidden secret that could be silently affecting your family's health and your property's structural integrity. Beneath your floorboards lies a crucial space that 60% of homeowners unknowingly neglect – the crawl space. Think of your crawl space as the roots of a tree. When roots rot, the entire tree suffers. Similarly, a damp crawl space weakens everything above it. Moisture creates the perfect breeding ground for mold, which doesn't stay contained. It spreads u...

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25:20

From Damp Misery to Comfortable Living: One...

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2025/04/05

What happens when your brand new air conditioning system struggles to maintain comfort in your home? For Chad in Michigan, the culprit was hiding beneath his floors—a crawl space with humidity levels reaching 78%, creating that persistent "clammy cool feeling" throughout his living space. This episode takes you through Chad's remarkable DIY crawl space transformation journey. Despite being new to crawl space renovation, Chad tackled this challenging project systematically, starting with a de...

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36:21

The Pipe That Led Nowhere: A Homeowner's...

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2025/03/29

Discover the remarkable transformation of a North Carolina homeowner who took matters into his own hands to solve serious foundation moisture issues after discovering a shocking truth: the previous "waterproofing" system was actually directing water INTO his crawl space! When Ian purchased his Durham home, he knew there were issues with the partial basement and crawl space. What he didn't anticipate was discovering that someone had installed drainage pipes that terminated inside the house, e...

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15:43

Mold in the Desert: Understanding Reno's Hidden...

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2025/03/05

Reno, Nevada, is known for its dry climate, yet this episode reveals a hidden truth: homes in arid regions can still face significant mold and moisture challenges. Join Michael Church, founder of Crawl Space Ninja, as he uncovers the complexities of managing indoor air quality in unexpected conditions. Check out Michael's book, "Crawl Space Repair Myths-Busted" now available on Amazon! Schedule a consultation: https://buymeacoffee.com/csninja/extras Need help: https://crawlspaceninja.c...

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22:45

Maximize Crawl Space Defense with DIY Pump Strategies...

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2024/11/08

Transform your crawl space into a healthier and more efficient part of your home with guidance from Michael Kushler, a passionate DIY enthusiast who took on this challenge and emerged victorious. Discover the key to controlling humidity with expert advice on choosing and using the right dehumidifier—Michael swears by the Allure Air—and learn the importance of accurate humidity monitoring to keep your home comfortable. Michael's story of enhancing encapsulation by taping seams and applying pla...

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10:56

Maximize Crawl Space Defense with DIY Pump Strategies...

Crawl Space Ninja Show ·

2024/11/01

Unlock the secrets to transforming your home with insights from Michael Kushler, a DIY enthusiast who tackled the challenges of his crawl space in Northern Virginia head-on. We promise you'll walk away with practical tips on improving crawl space functionality and avoiding costly professional interventions. Michael's story is one of grit and resourcefulness. Faced with mold, water intrusion, and ineffective storage, he took matters into his own hands, guided by the expertise of Crawl Space Ni...

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Why Reusing Fiberglass Insulation in Your Crawl Space...

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2024/10/03

Ready to transform your crawl space and avoid costly mistakes? Join us as Michael Church from Crawl Space Ninjas uncovers the truth about reusing fiberglass insulation. Many contractors might suggest it's okay to reuse, but is that really the best practice? We'll break down the types of insulation commonly found in homes—rock wool, fiberglass, and spray foam—and explain why compromised insulation can lead to problems like moisture damage, mold, and reduced effectiveness. Get expert advice on ...

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