Installing a crawl space vapor barrier in your home has many advantages. Not only is it easy to install, but its mainly known to add to the comfort level and reduce the operating costs of your home. The most common problem with a crawl space that isn’t insulated is that moisture levels are high. By installing a vapor barrier, the moisture level can be greatly reduced, which helps prevent mold and foul odors from forming. Since the damp soil is often the floor of the crawl space, moisture arises to the first floor of the house. Insulated crawl space will help keep floors at comfortable temperatures in both the winter and the summer, so its neither too cold or hot during those seasons. Since the high moisture level in the crawl space affects the temperature inside the house, vapor barriers act as sealants by controlling moisture, which makes your home more energy efficient. Finally, crawl space insulation helps prevent pipes from bursting.