John's Waterproofing Before & After Photos

This homeowner was struggling with strong odors coming from their crawl space so they wanted to find a solution that would permanently solve this issue. They reached out to John's Waterproofing to get the job done. After sending our system design specialist to perform a free estimate and inspection, he met with the homeowner to discuss options for this crawl space. They decided an encapsulation would be the best way to go. Not only does it improve air quality in the home, it also offers protection from mold and mildew and increases the home's value. It also reduces energy costs by creating a barrier against moisture and air leaks, which will help maintain a consistent temperature in the home. To begin this project we start by removing all the debris in the space.  Since this space did not have much water, we installed 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 the homeowner can address the leak. Then, we install our TerraBlock directly on the dirt floor of the crawl space and this will create an insulated barrier between the home and the earth. On top of the TerraBlock, we install our CleanSpace system all along the foundation walls, up to the rim joists and seal all the vents in the space to ensure no outside air enters. We make sure to seal the CleanSpace with our waterproof tape against the footing of the wooden posts. We install our SaniDry Sedona to control the environment and this will eliminate the damp musty odors the homeowner was concerned about by drying and filtering the air. It will also keep the space at a healthy relative humidity. The final step is to install our foam insulation. We spray the foam along the walls of the foundation, up to the rim joists providing a well insulated and airtight crawl space for this homeowner. 

This homeowner was interested in having a whole home generator installed. They didn't want to have to worry about the inconvenience of a power outage or the costs that are associated with it. They loved how John's does the install from start to finish using the plumbing and electrical divisions, and were happy with how smooth the installation for the generator and the automatic transfer switch went. 

Spray Foam is a type of insulation that goes along the foundation walls in the crawl space. It is made of materials that expand and grow to fit into every crack and crevice along the walls. The purpose of Spray Foam is so the crawl space can be completely air sealed and it helps in insulating the home. By air sealing the crawl space, this actually helps the home become more energy efficient because it reduces heat loss, lowering energy bills. Overall, Spray Foam is an ideal insulation solution in the crawl space compared to the traditional fiberglass insulation in order to keep your home dry and healthy.

The wooden posts in your crawl space are what support your home and keep your floors even. If water gets into your crawl space and get absorbed by the wooden posts, this eventually causes them to rot and grow mold. Once they have been water damaged, the damage could be irreparable and homeowners will have to spend expensive amounts to fix the structural integrity of the home. This homeowner experienced water in their crawl space and it began to deteriorate their wood by causing distortion and discoloration. They called John's Waterproofing about getting their crawl space encapsulated and protecting against future water damage. To begin the encapsulation, first we installed a drainage system using a perforated pipe and a TripleSafe sump pump. These work together to collect any water that tries to enter and offer a passageway to be pushed out of the crawl space and away from the homes foundation. We then install TerraBlock, a thick insulation foam, along the base of the space. Afterwards, a CleanSpace vapor barrier is installed on top of the TerraBlock, up the foundation walls, and between the concrete footing and wooden posts. We put the vapor barrier between the footing and posts to isolate and protect them against water from being able to seep up into the wood. Once the space is protected and sealed from the earth, then we apply Spray Foam along the foundation walls to insulate and air seal. A SaniDry dehumidifier is installed to help pull moisture out of the air. Once this encapsulation is fully completed, the crawl space is isolated and protected against moisture damage and the homeowners won't have to worry about the wooden posts supporting their home.

This crawl space was causing a lot of issues for this home, such as musty smells, a rise in energy bills and problems with pests and rodents. They wanted to find a solution that is permanent, so they reached out to John's Waterproofing to set up a free estimate and inspection. After our system design specialist went out and inspected the space, he met with the homeowner and went over some options for this crawl space. They decided an encapsulation was the best route to go. Encapsulation equals protection. It is the process of sealing the home from the earth. To begin this project, we start by removing all the debris in the space. Next, we dig a trench around the interior perimeter of the crawl space to lay down a perforated pipe into a silt sock. This will create a secure passage for water to drain safely to the SuperSump Plus pump at the lowest point in the space. We then install a discharge line outside and away from the homes foundation. Our TerraBlock system is next. We install this directly on the dirt floor of the crawl space, creating an insulated barrier between the home and the earth, assuring no moisture makes its way up through the crawl space flooring. On top of the TerraBlock, we install our CleanSpace system. This is placed all along the foundation walls, up to the rim joists, and sealed at the footing of the wooden posts with our waterproof tape. We make sure to cover all the vents in the space to avoid outside air from entering. To control the environment we install our SaniDry Sedona. This effective dehumidifier will dry and filter the air, removing damp, musty smells. It will also keep the space at a healthy relative humidity, promoting clean air throughout the entire home. Lastly, to finish this space, we spray our foam insulation all along the foundation walls, up to the rim joists ensuring a complete air tight seal in this space. This homeowner can have peace of mind knowing their space is now protected for years to come. With encapsulation, the homes energy bills lower and will not have issues with rodents or musty odors.