John's Waterproofing Before & After Photos

Fiberglass insulation was not manufactured to be open to the elements. Because of this, it doesn't uphold in a crawl space. The material will absorb moisture out of the air and this causes it to droop away from the subfloor, negating its insulation value. As water rests in it, this leads to mold and mildew which is held up against the underside of the home and it is an appealing material for rodents to use for bedding. This homeowner had gotten tired of having to replace the fiberglass and they wanted a solution that would actually last for them. This is how they ended up online learning about encapsulation. This system uses insulation which is made to last in the crawl space. Along the floor we install our TerraBlock insulation and along the foundation walls we apply spray foam insulation. These two types of insulation will not rot or mildew, but will actually help to keep your home dry and healthy, while lowering the homes heating and cooling costs. 

We got a call from this concerned homeowner regarding water in their crawl space. They set up their free estimate and inspection to have their concerns addressed. We sent out one of our knowledgeable system design specialist and he thoroughly inspected the crawl space. When he was done, we met with the homeowner to go over the best options to stop water from entering their home.  After going over the estimate, the homeowners decided to move forward with the project. We began by removing all of the debris, including the fiberglass insulation and old vapor barrier. Next, we dug a trench around the interior perimeter of the crawl space in which we then lay a 3 inch perforated pipe into a silt sock that will secure a safe passage for the water to drain to the lowest point. At this low point, we install our SuperSump Plus that will collect all of the water and pump it outside and away from the foundation via discharge line. We then install our Turtl access. This will create entry into the crawl space and can be locked when not in use. To create an insulated barrier between the home and the earth, we install our TerraBlock system directly on the dirt floor. We anchor our CleanSpace system into the foundation walls, up to the rim joists and install it all on-top of our TerraBlock system. We also use a bottle jack to raise the posts to install some of our CleanSpace between the footing and the wooden posts and it is then sealed with our waterproof tape. Next, we make sure to cover and seal all of the vents to prevent outside air from entering. 
To control the environment, we install our SaniDry Sedona. This effective dehumidifier will dry and filter the air to eliminate damp and musty odors. This will also keep the home at a healthy relative humidity. Lastly, we install our spray foam insulation directly on the foundation walls up to the rim joists to guarantee a complete airtight seal. This crawl space is now fully protected against water, rodents and mold. 

Leaky basement walls can be very frustrating to homeowners. Leaks into basements can cause damage to stored belongings, as well as deterioration of the walls, therefore threatening the structural integrity of your home. It is imperative to have leaky basement walls waterproofed, to protect the longevity and stability of your home. Our crew of Waterproofing Experts installed system - returning peace of mind to these homeowners! To install a WaterGuard System, our crew first cuts a narrow trench into the concrete basement floor, right up against the bottom of the leaking wall. Inside of the trench, they lay down our WaterGuard Collection Tunnel, to catch all wall-water intrusion. After the Tunnel is installed, our crew pours fresh concrete around it, flush with the original floor to hold it in place, and to provide structural stability. When water enters the Tunnel, it is routed to a TripleSafe Sump Pump, which will pump it immediately away from the home. This Pump system is a 3-pump-in-1 machine, where each pump is activated if the previous one fails, or is overwhelmed by water volume. The TripleSafe Pump even works in the event of a power outage, as the last pump is battery operated. We than install a SaniDry Dehumidifier to address any excess moisture within the basement. The installation of our Waterproofing System protects homes from the devastating affects of water damage, and restores structural soundness and longevity to family homes. 

If your crawl space is dirty, it doesn't have to stay that way! If you're interested in a crawl space tune-up, call on your leading local crawl space repair experts here at John's, and we will get you on our schedule. Over the last decade, crawl space Encapsulation has taken the waterproofing industry by storm due to its effectiveness in protecting the health and of the families and their homes. John's has been waterproofing crawl spaces in the PNW for over 50 years, and over that time we have helped thousands of families thrive in dry, stable, and healthy homes. Crawl space Encapsulation involves sealing, waterproofing, and insulating the space entirely. Doing this, ensures that no moisture, rodents, or debris can enter the space, which keeps the area dry and free of toxins. Our professionally installed encapsulations have the potential to save homeowners up to 40% per year on energy costs, and with proper yearly maintenance will last the life of the home. During installation, several heavy-duty waterproofing components are installed by our expert crews - these many components will work together to protect your family and your home from the devastating affects of water damage. Because encapsulated crawl spaces are sealed, waterproofed, and made of durable materials, they make excellent dry storage areas, to greatly increase the useable square footage of homes. Additionally, air quality is easily controlled due to the 100% air-tight seal that these spaces achieve, meaning that families will be healthier inside of their homes, as 40% of interior air, comes from the crawl space. Homes are one of the largest long-term investments that we make, and encapsulation helps homeowners protect this investment, by ensuring that the structural frame of their home is kept dry and remains strong. Our crews are committed to providing WOW service to all customers, and are equipped with the knowledge and experience to help families thrive in clean, dry, and stable homes. 

This home had fiberglass installed in the crawl space. Knowing that is was meant to be sealed in, the installers had attached a material to help hold it in place. However, moisture was still getting in. And critters got in, pulling out batches of the fiberglass and making a general mess in this space. To get the crawl space properly insulated, we put in a full encapsulation.