John's Waterproofing Before & After Photos

These homeowner were smelling a musty odor and suspected their crawl space was the main culprit. They called John's waterproofing to schedule their free estimate and inspection. Once our system design specialist was done, he met with the homeowner to go over what he found and than designed the best option to create a healthy and dry crawl space. After going over the estimate they went ahead and scheduled their project.  We start removing all of the debris, including any fiberglass insulation and vapor barrier. Next, we dig a trench around the interior perimeter of the crawl space to then install a 3 inch perforated pipe into a silt sock which will secure a passage for the water to drain to the lowest point. At this low point we install our SuperSump plus which will take all of the collected water and pump it outside and away from the homes foundation via discharge line. TerraBlock is installed on the floor of the crawl space which creates an insulated barrier between the home and the earth. On top of the TerraBlock, we install our 20 mil thick liner called CleanSpace. This is anchored into the foundation walls up to the rim joists and sealed at the footing of the wooden posts with our waterproof tape. We also cover all of the vents to prevent outside air from entering. This blocks pests and rodents from entering. To keep a controlled environment, we then install our SaniDry Sedona. This is our effective dehumidifier that will keep the home at a healthy relative humidity all while eliminating musty and damp odors by drying and filtering the air. To finish this project, we install our foam insulation. Unlike traditional fiberglass, this foam is sprayed all along the foundation walls in layers, expanding and filling every crack and void to guarantee an airtight seal. 

This homeowner had reached out to John's Waterproofing back in 2015 about getting their crawl space inspected. They noticed that during the rainy seasons water would seep inside the space and puddle. Because of this, the water would bring in dirt and debris from the outside and leave it behind on the vapor barrier as the water evaporated. We explained that a full encapsulation would prevent these water issues from continuing and they decided to wait and see if the issue resolved itself. Then, in 2025 the same homeowner reached back out saying that the water issues they were experiencing had only worsened and agreed to encapsulate the space. A full encapsulation is the process of sealing the crawl space off and controlling the environment to help prevent water intrusion, mold growth, and wood rot. It involves installing a drainage system with a TripleSafe sump pump, TerraBlock insulation foam, and a CleanSpace vapor barrier. Now, this beautiful crawl space is capable of keeping water out and the home healthy. 

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. 

These homeowners noticed that the crawl space they were using as storage was beginning to have a lot of rodent activity and musty smells, so they called us up to find them a solution to offer peace of mind while storing their personal belongings. One of our system design specialists went out to perform a free estimate and inspection and then met with the homeowners to go over the correct plan for this crawl space. After discussing the options, they moved forward with the project. We first began by removing all of the debris, fiberglass insulation and old barrier. Since this crawl space did not have much water intrusion, the owners chose to have us install our SmartDrain system. This system will alert the homeowners of a possible plumbing leak with an audible alarm and will drain the water to a drywell underneath the CleanSpace until the problem can be addressed. Next, we install our TerraBlock system onto the dirt floor to create an insulated barrier separating the home from the earth and will block moisture from making its way up through the crawl space floor. We then install our CleanSpace system on top of the TerraBlock and onto the foundation walls, up to the rim joist and is then sealed at the footing of the wooden posts with our waterproof tape. We also install our EverLast door to create exterior access into the crawl space and will adapt to all weather conditions. To keep the environment controlled, we then install our SaniDry Sedona. This dehumidifier will effectively eliminate damp and musty odors while keeping the home at a heathy relative humidity. This will also help at promoting healthy air throughout the entire home. Lastly, to finish this project we install our foam insulation. This is sprayed onto the foundation walls, up to the rim joists filling every crack and void guaranteeing a complete airtight seal. With this encapsulation, these homeowners can be sure that their personal belongings will be protected. 

Keeping your crawl space dry and healthy is extremely important in order to maintain a healthy home. If water gets into the crawl space, this can result in atmospheres for mold to grow, wood to rot, and poor air quality to waft into the living spaces. In order to protect your crawl space, John's Waterproofing recommends getting them fully encapsulated. An encapsulation begins by removing the damaged vapor barrier and clearing out any debris. Once everything is removed, then we install a drainage system. This involves installing a perforated pipe along the interior perimeter of the crawl space so that it can collect water from the ground or walls that try to seep through. It offers a safe passageway for that water to be sent to a SuperSump Plus sump pump. The sump pump is what works to take all that collected water and securely pushes it out of the crawl space and away from the homes foundation. Once there is control of water, then we can install TerraBlock. This is a thick insulation foam designed to seal the earth off from the home and regulate the environment. On top of the TerraBlock, a CleanSpace vapor barrier is installed. This vapor barrier differs from code-regulated ones because it is 20 mil thick and backed by a 25 year warranty against rips and tears. We also install CleanSpace up the foundation walls and between the footing and wooden posts to isolate and protect from water damage. Once everything is sealed with waterproof tape, then we can install a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. This helps to filter any moisture or particles out of the air, thus promoting better air quality in the living spaces. The final step would be applying Spray Foam to the foundation walls as a final air sealant and insulator. Now, this encapsulation will protect the home against water intrusion so that it can stay dry and healthy for its occupants.