Crawl Space Doors: Required!

The International Residential Code “IRC” requires access to the crawlspace which is sometimes referred to as under-floor.

“Access shall be provided to all under-floor spaces.  Access openings through the floor shall be a minimum of 18 inches by 24 inches.  Openings through a perimeter wall shall be not less than 16 inches by 24 inches.  Where any portion of the through-wall access is below grade, an area-way not less than 16 inches by 24 inches shall be provided.  The bottom of the area-way shall be below the threshold of the access opening.  Through wall access openings shall not be located under a door to the residence.”

Crawl pace Door Systems, Inc. specializes in crawlspace preservation.  Please give us a call if you have any questions.

Crawl Space Doors: Required!