Before & After Photos

This homeowner called to request some crawlspace repairs. They knew some odd odors were wafting up from under the home, but couldn't get under the home to address the problem themselves. Our design specialist discovered falling fiberglass insulation, mud over the old vapor barrier, and mildew growing. To make the space dry and healthy we installed a full encapsulation. 

This homes crawl space had an issue with moisture. They also frequently found slugs and saw evidence of rodents in this space. Looking to keep the area clear of critters and potential water problems, they wanted to get an encapsulation. 

Encapsulating a crawl space includes separating your home from the earth so that the air going inside the living spaces can be controlled. This homeowner discovered that in their crawl space there was no layer of protection from their home and the dirt on the ground. This is a problem because the moisture from the soil will evaporate as temperatures change and create high humidity. If there's high humidity, that can develop exposures to mold growth, rotten wood, and lower the overall air quality inside your home. They decided to contact John's Waterproofing about doing an encapsulation on their crawl space to create a dry, healthy environment. This begins by removing the debris brought in by water. We install TerraBlock, which is a 3/4 in. thick flexible foam, to help insulate. Then, a CleanSpace vapor barrier is installed on top. This vapor barrier is a thick liner that is meant to seal off the earth from the home. It is tear resistant and made with antimicrobial material which will prohibit mold to grow on it. CleanSpace is fastened up the foundation walls to ensure no moisture can seep through and is sealed with waterproof tape. With these installed, there is proper separation between the home and earth. We also install a SaniDry dehumidifier that pulls the moisture out of the air and gets rid of any dampness to keep the air dry. Now, this homeowner feels more comfortable knowing that their home is protected from the outside elements.

Customers were curious about the benefits of crawl space encapsulation 

The homeowner was having an inspection done. The inspector suggested they get their crawlspace sealed due to the fiberglass insulation falling to bits.