Charlotte, NC Crawl Space Guide
Crawl Space Quote Comparison Checklist
Print this, put two or three proposals next to it, and fill in what each one actually includes. No email required.
Published by CrawlLock.
Company and basis of the quote
| Item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Company name, license number if applicable, and who wrote the quote | ||
| Date of the on site assessment, and who performed it | ||
| Square footage the price is based on | ||
| Readings taken, such as humidity and wood moisture | ||
| Written description of the cause they identified |
Preparation and cleanup
| Item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Debris, old plastic, and fallen insulation removal | ||
| Disposal fees included or excluded | ||
| Protection of the interior and the route to the access point |
Barrier and materials
| Item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Barrier material and thickness stated in the quote | ||
| Seam method: taped, sealed, or mechanically joined | ||
| Coverage: ground only, or ground plus walls and piers | ||
| Termination height on the walls, and attachment method | ||
| Treatment at piers, columns, and the access opening |
Water and drainage
| Item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Water source identified and addressed in writing | ||
| Gutter, downspout, or grading corrections included or referred out | ||
| Interior or exterior drain, with the run described | ||
| Sealed basin, pump capacity, alarm, and backup | ||
| Discharge location, freeze protection, and local rules |
Air sealing, insulation, and equipment
| Item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Vents, access door, and penetrations sealed or left as is | ||
| Combustion appliance safety addressed if one is present | ||
| Insulation type and location, and code requirement referenced | ||
| Humidity equipment make, model, and capacity | ||
| Condensate drain path and electrical work, and who provides them |
Permits, exclusions, and change orders
| Item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Permits and inspections included where they apply | ||
| Full exclusions list read and understood | ||
| Conditions that would trigger a change order, and how it is priced | ||
| Work explicitly assigned to other trades |
Warranty and maintenance
| Item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Who holds each warranty: the installer, the manufacturer, or a third party | ||
| What is covered, for how long, and whether it transfers on sale | ||
| Maintenance you must perform or document to keep it valid | ||
| Annual service cost, and whether a plan is required |
Price and terms
| Item | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|
| Total price including tax | ||
| Payment schedule and deposit | ||
| Financing cost, if financing is offered | ||
| Quote expiration date | ||
| Cancellation terms |
Notes
CrawlLock is not an installation contractor and does not evaluate specific homes. This checklist is general education and does not constitute legal, structural, or medical advice.