Obvious Signs it's Time for an Encapsulation - Bainbridge Island, WA
Challenge
Imagine experiencing water damage in your crawl space and having no idea. Over time that water damage just worsens and begins to impact the structural integrity of your home. Not only is this a costly expense to resolve, but it also makes being in your home feel unsafe because you aren't sure what's really going on underneath. This homeowner experienced that after discovering there was falling fiberglass insulation and no vapor barrier to protect against water damage. Because of this, the homeowner had concerns that the wooden posts supporting the home would be damaged and reached out to John's Waterproofing about what to do.
Solution
In extreme cases, water that can seep into your crawl space will remain there until it evaporates or finds a route to drain. One sign that the water is evaporating is when the fiberglass insulation begins to fall and detach from the sub-floor. This indicates moisture has already seeped into the air in the crawl space and was absorbed by the fiberglass. This increases risk of mold growth and can even cause the wooden posts supporting your home to rot. Another sign your crawl space could be experiencing water issues is by not having any protection along the base of the crawl space. With the dirt beneath the home fully exposed, it allows for groundwater to rise up and the moisture in the soil to freely enter the crawl space. This means your homes energy is having to work overtime in order to keep up with the constant temperature changes from the outside air. By doing an encapsulation, we are able to have control of the environment and stop water from puddling in the crawl space. Encapsulations involve installing a drainage system, TerraBlock insulation foam, a CleanSpace vapor barrier, and Spray Foam to air seal the entire space. So the next time you investigate your crawl space, be sure to check for these signs that will tell you if you may also be experiencing water issues.
