John's Waterproofing Before & After Photos

When water enters a crawl space, the humidity rises, the air quality is poor and even the value of the home lowers.  This homeowner reached out to John's after finding signs of a water intrusion in their crawl space. We sent out one of our knowledgeable system design specialists to perform a thorough inspection of the crawl space. When he was done, he met with the homeowners to go over the best option to permanently solve this issue. The homeowners were happy with the solution offered and they moved forward with the estimate. To begin this project, we removed all of the debris, fiberglass insulation, and old vapor barrier. Next, we dig a trench around the interior perimeter of the crawl space in which we lay down a 3 inch perforated pipe into a silt sock to create a secure passage for water to drain to the lowest point. Then, at this low point, we install our SuperSump plus, that will collect all of the water and pump it outside of the home, away from the foundation via discharge line. Next, we install our TerraBlock system directly on the dirt floor of the crawl space. This creates an insulated barrier between the home and the earth. Along all of the foundation walls and on top of the TerraBlock we install our CleanSpace system. This 20-mil-thick liner is tear resistant and manufactured with an antimicrobial additive called "UltraFresh" molded right into the material. It is sealed at the footing of the wooden posts with our waterproof tape. To keep the environment controlled we install our SaniDry Sedona. This will keep the home at a healthy relative humidity and will eliminate damp and musty odors by drying and filtering the air. Finally, to finish this crawl space, we install our foam insulation. We spray this foam along the foundation walls in layers, filling every crack and void. This type of insulation offers a complete air tight seal which will help lower energy costs. Now that this crawl space is fully encapsulated this homeowner no longer has to worry about water causing issues down the line. 

This home was slowly suffering from water intrusion. Down in their crawl space, water was pooling, and the culprit? The faulty crawl space access. Cinder blocks with a wood slab on top, a common way crawl space entries are constructed, was letting in water every time it rained. Not only that, but the opening was leaving the crawl space vulnerable to rodents, pests, and outside air. Ready to take a step in the right direction with their waterproofing, the homeowners called John's Waterproofing for help. After discussing their options with our Design Specialist, the homeowners decided on a Turtl crawl space access well to complement their new encapsulation. This secure, airtight access well creates a durable barrier between the crawl space and outdoors, helping keep unwanted water, pests, and outside air where they belong. No more makeshift entry, no more open access for the unwanted visitors, and most importantly, a thorough defense against water intrusion. What once was a vulnerable crawl space entry is now safely sealed with a heavy-duty Turtl. Thanks to John's Waterproofing, this crawl space didn't just get a new access door; it got a whole new shell. 

Due to persistent water intrusion into this crawl space, causing shifting of footings and piers, the wooden subfloor support beam was rotting, and drooping due to inadequate support for many years. This had caused the subfloor of the home to be uneven in many areas, creating sloped floors inside of the home. To prevent further water damage to the structural components inside of this crawl space, our crew of Waterproofing Experts encapsulated the space, permanently sealing the space to prevent water damage from occurring. To reinforce and level out the subfloor, our crew of Structural Experts arrived and removed and replaced the drooping wooden support beam with a steel support beam. To lift the remaining sagging portions of the subfloor, our crew removed and replaced all of the shifted and failing wooden piers, with Steel SmartJack Piers. SmartJacks are "jacked-up", until the overhead floor is returned to level. They remain permanently in place to support the subfloor, and are highly adjustable in the future if need be. The crawl space of this home is now encapsulated, and permanently protected from the catastrophic damage that water can cause. Additionally, the subfloor is once again level and properly supported, restoring the integrity of the strength and longevity of the entire structure of this home! John's crew of Waterproofing and Structural Experts is eager to help all families enjoy a stable, dry, and healthy home!

When water enters a crawl space, it can cause several serious issues. It can rot the wood posts that stabilize your home and create a breeding ground for mold. Some people think what is in their crawl space doesn't matter and won't affect them in their home, but what is under can find its way back up. Wood rot can create bouncy floors and sticking doors, while mold affects the air you breathe and can cause several health issues. For this home, the biggest culprit was the foundation vents, which were allowing water to enter directly into the crawl space, along with outside air and rodents. The home needed to be saved right away. Our John's Waterproofing team worked with the homeowners to craft an optimal plan to stop the flooding at its source, prevent water from entering through the vents, and protect both their health and home.

The project started when our crew went down into the crawl space and removed all debris left behind by the flooding. Then, a trench was dug along the interior perimeter, and a Perf Pipe was placed to catch groundwater and redirect it to the sump pump. Next, a SuperSump Plus sump pump was installed, which collects water and pumps it out of the crawl space using a discharge line. With the water redirected, the pesky exterior vents that had been letting water flood into the crawl space needed to be closed off for good. Durable, heavy-duty plastic Vent Covers were installed to ensure that no rodents, water, or air could get inside. Back in the crawl space, TerraBlock, a thick foam insulation, was laid along the dirt floor to reflect heat up into the space, all the while trapping moisture underneath. On top, a CleanSpace vapor barrier was attached and overlapped. CleanSpace is our 20-mil polyethylene liner that prevents moisture, outside air, and rodents from entering the crawl space. After that, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed to keep humidity levels at the perfect percentage, preventing mold growth. The last step of the project was our team applying Spray Foam along the walls, which gets in every crack and every hole, completely sealing the space off from the unwanted elements. Put this all together, and we've created the ultimate solution to encapsulating the crawl space, stopping the flooding that once occurred, optimizing energy efficiency, keeping the crawl space dry; saving the homeowners' health and protecting the home for years to come. 

When a crawl space has standing water and is not addressed properly and in a timely manner, it can lead to wood rot, weakening of the structural integrity of the entire home and even attract pests and rodents that cause further damage the space, as well as introduce health hazards and musty odors. Knowing this was a serious problem, these homeowners called John's and scheduled their free inspection. After our system design specialist was through with the inspection, he met with the owners to discuss the best solution for their dark, wet, and musty crawl space. After hearing their game plan, they moved forward and we began the project. Due to the standing water, there was a lot of moisture which led to some areas with mold, which we spot treated with Mold-X2. This is our highly effective cleaner for contaminated surfaces such as wood. Mold stains are removed in 20 seconds. Then, we dig a trench around the interior perimeter of the crawl space in which we lay down a 3 inch perforated pipe into a silt sock to secure a passage for water to safely drain to the TripleSafe sump pump at the lowest point. We then install a discharge line outside that is connected to the sump pump to direct the water to away from the homes foundation. Next we install our SmartDrain system. This will alert the homeowner of a possible plumbing leak with an audible alarm and will drain the water into a drywell underneath the CleanSpace until they can fix the leak. To create an insulated barrier, we install our TerraBlock system on the dirt floor of the crawl space, separating the home and the earth. On top of the TerraBlock, along the foundation walls, and up to the rim joists, we install our CleanSpace system, which is our 20 mil-thick-liner that is sealed at the footing of the wooden posts with our waterproof tape. All the vents are then covered to make sure no outside air enters. To control the environment we install our SaniDry Sedona. This effective dehumidifier will eliminate damp musty odors by drying and filtering the air while keeping the home at a healthy relative humidity. To finish this project we install our foam insulation all along the foundation walls up to the rim joist ensuring every crack and void is filled to guarantee an airtight seal. With this project now complete, these homeowners can have peace of mind that their home is protected for years to come.