How can I get my Cat out of the crawl space?
(It’s a known problem in the town…) If I leave food out (tuna, anchovies, Fancy Feast, smelly Purina stuff – heated up and room temperature), it attracts more WRONG CATS. If I go under the house, he hides. If we sit and wait, he just plays with the vents, walks on the ducts, and seems pretty content to have his own Cat Cave.
How old is the cat in the crawl space?
For what it’s worth: the cat is six and a half years old. He spent his first six months outside. We’ve had him for six years, inside only. He’s never been lost outside or in a crawl space before. He has all claws and most of his teeth. He’s current on all his shots.
Why do I need to clean my crawl space?
Your floor joists are the framework that supports the floor of your home. Some people think that installing vapor barriers will help protect these wood supports from moisture. However, this becomes a problem during the summer season when condensation from your crawl space creeps in between these vapor barriers and your floor joists.
Why is there mold in my crawl space?
Because it tends to be a damp place by design, using spray foam insulation can cause moisture to become trapped between the foam and the wall to which it’s attached. When this happens, the moisture can seep into the foundation, leading to a breeding ground of mold or wood rot.
What’s the do’s and Don’t of cleaning your crawl space?
Before you dive in, here are the dos and don’ts to keep you safe while cleaning! Few things are as spooky as having to explore your crawl space. Tucked within the recesses of your home, this tight, confined space is one we typically leave alone unless necessity draws us to it.
Where do cats hide in a crawl space?
The conditions you describe, and the location in a crawl space suggests cats living, hiding, even birthing there, especially when conditions (like seasonal) are (in)conducive. Try treating again, then use louver/hardware cloth to cut of paths, like through vents, for cat admission.
Why are there fleas in my crawl space?
Fleas do not dine on “food” that can be removed, just blood in living creature–most familar fleas prefer cats–thus are called cat fleas. The conditions you describe, and the location in a crawl space suggests cats living, hiding, even birthing there, especially when conditions (like seasonal) are (in)conducive.
Where are the crawl spaces in your home?
Located beneath the floor of your home, access to these enclosed areas is typically found on the outside of your home, near the base. These entrances are small, hence the use of the word “crawl” in the name.
