Your Leading Columbia County, OR Wet Basement & Crawl Space Repair Company

This homeowner was experiencing standing water and falling insulation in his crawlspace. The lack of effective insulation leads to a drafty home and larger energy bills. Our inspector, Bryan, advised the installation of our patented Clean Space system, replacement of falling insulation with Spray Foam Insulation, and  Smart Sump pump.

Manuel and his team immediately set out to waterproof and insulate Mike's crawlspace. They began by removing the old, ineffective insulation, and replaced it with Spray Foam Insulation which doubly acts as insulation and waterproofing. Spray Foam creates a powerful airtight seal that provides more benefits than normal fiberglass insulation. The team then installed Clean Space, our patented vapor barrier system that transforms crawlspaces into cleaner, drier, healthier, and more energy-efficient spaces. The Smart Sump pump was then installed to keep all underground water from entering the crawlspace.

After our systems were in place, Mike was able to enjoy a healthier, more energy efficient home without the threat of water intrusion.

This home in Columbia Creek had leaky basement walls that were creating a wet, unusable space. Our inspector suggested installing our patented WaterGuard system coupled with our ThermalDry wall system, as well as a TripleSafe sump pump. 

Manuel and his team quickly set to work to waterproof Tanner's basement. The team installed the WaterGuard system which is a perimeter drain that collects water from the leaky walls and directs the runoff water to the Triple Safe sump pump that automatically adjusts to meet pumping requirements for water. The ThermalDry wall system that was installed also works with the WaterGuard system by draining the seepage into the perimeter drain. The system improves comfort and energy efficiency by reflecting heat back into the basement space.

Tanner no longer distresses about moisture from the outside environment affecting the foundation of his house.

Our crews went out to a home in Rainier, Oregon after receiving a call from a homeowner who had water intrusion in their crawl space. Our team removed all old debris from the crawl space before installing CleanSpace encapsulation system on the floor and walls. With CleanSpace, no moisture or water vapor will be coming into the crawlspace which means no new mold or wood rot. A SmartSump sump pump was also installed. The SmartSump is designed specifically for crawl spaces, with the liner and lid forming a tight seal around the CleanSpace liner. The SmartSump also has a built-in WaterWatch alarm system, alerting the homeowner in the event of a plumbing leak before any damage is done. Our crew put in a SaniDry CX dehumidifier in the crawlspace to dry and filter the air in the crawl space. Air from the crawl space travels up into the rest of the house, therefore having healthier air in the crawl space means healthier air for the rest of the house. A CleanSpace Vent Cover was also installed over the vent in the crawl space. Having a vented crawl space keeps the cold, hot or humid air outside from getting into the crawl space and the rest of the house. Getting this insulated vent cover will help the homeowner lower their energy costs. Now, this Rainier home is dryer and healthier for years to come. 

A homeowner called with complaints of water in their basement after there was a decent amount of rainfall. Our crews went out there to fix the problem. They installed ThermalDry Wall on all the walls of the basement. In addition to adding a clean-looking finish to the basement, ThermalDry will intercept any moisture or water that tries to come in through the walls and channels it down to the wall and floor joints where our crew also installed WaterGuard piping system. WaterGuard takes the water and leads it directly into the sump pump. A TripleSafe sump pump was put in the basement. The TripleSafe has three separate pumps so that in the event of a plumbing leak, or power outage the sump pump will be prepared. There's also a built-in WaterWatch alarm system so that the homeowner will be alerted to the problem so that it can get fixed before any damage is done. Now the homeowners will be able to enjoy their dry basement for years to come. 

This homeowner called us because after 40 years of living in their home the foundation was beginning to crack and that water was beginning to come into these small cracks down in the crawlspace. Worried about their home's structural integrity, they needed to find a solution. Our inspector completed a thorough inspection and discovered that much of this water came from the slope of their driveway. 

Our inspector then suggested to them they install a downspout extension in order to move water further from the foundation of their home. We installed a french drain outside the home within the driveway so that the water could be caught and taken away from the home. 

In order to prevent any further damage, our crew filled the small cracks with Xypex and installed a sump pump in the crawlspace in order to collect the water currently in the crawlspace and any of the water that could possibly come in the future. 

This homeowner had standing water in her crawlspace and found John's Waterproofing through the internet. She set up an inspection with Vince and he came out to her house to take a look. From what he saw, he suggested that we install our Cleanspace encapsulation system, spray foam insulation, and a Triple Safe sump pump. 

Pam agreed to our suggestions, so Ramon and his team quickly began the waterproofing process. We removed the old 3 mil vapor barrier and installed Cleanspace. Cleanspace is a 20 mil thick, 7 different layer polyethylene composition. It has a 25-year warranty and is patented against all moisture, mold, mildew, insects, and pests. Our spray foam specialist, Demetrius, then came in to install spray foam insulation on the walls above the cleanspace. These two products work together to form a solid barrier of insulation and waterproofing. Finally, we installed a Triple Safe sump pump which is a three-pump system designed to handle all pumping requirements and work even when the power goes out.

Pam is satisfied with her new waterproofing system and no longer worries about water issues.

Leonard A. had been struggling with water in is the basement. At first, it was just a small puddle of water in the corner, then a small leak from the corner of the basement window and a little more each year. The issue had gotten so bad that he was no longer able to use that space in any way. He has been searching the internet for ways to dry out his basement when he came across John's Waterproofing website and saw all of the pictures of basements we had fixed. He knew it was time to get it fixed once and for all. 

He called our office and set up a free inspection with Marcus Williams. After looking over the basement Marcus decided it was best to have Ramon and his crew come out and install our patented water guard system and Bright wall panels to bring a more finished look to the space. After the team was finished Leonard was of the moon excited and told the crew all about the plans he had on how he would use that space moving forward. 

Katy who lives in Scappoose, Oregon called because she is severely allergic to mold and was concerned about the mold issue she knew was happening. She had already found out there was moisture in her crawl space. And sure enough, when our Design Specialist, Vitaliy went out to see her there definitely were puddles of water, moisture-damaged posts and wet, sagging insulation. 

Here at John's Waterproofing Company breathing clean dry air is a top priority. Being accredited with the American Lung Association, we understand the importance of clean air and our customer's wellness means a lot to us.

In just a few short days our top-notch crew was able to go out to Katy's house, clean out all debris, moisture, and took out all of the insulation and did repairs and moisture control to the posts. We installed a TripleSafe sump pump, CleanSpace encapsulation, SaniDry Dehumidifier, and Spray Foam Insulation. This encapsulation guarantees a dry crawl space environment which is also low maintenance and very energy efficient. 

Katy can rest assured that the air coming into her house from her crawl space is dry and mold-free. She is breathing much easier and healthier and we were glad to help. Katy also knows we are just a phone call away and will be out once a year to maintain the health and efficiency of her crawl space. 

Katy in Scappoose, Oregon is severely allergic to mold and while she was searching the internet for ways to her maintain a healthier, allergen-free lifestyle she came across the John's Waterproofing website and saw that our company is accredited with the American Lung Association so she gave us a call to see what waterproofing was all about. Kayla, in our call canter, explained to Katy that half of the air on the first floor of her home came from underneath her house and that waterproofing encapsulated crawl spaces, eliminating dust, mold, and allergens from entering the home. Katy was intrigued and soon after our Design Specialist Vitaliy was out to her house to take a look. He went underneath her house, took pictures of the water damage and debris that was down there. Vitaliy thoroughly explained what our company did and the benefits of encapsulating her crawl space and they both agreed this would be the best option. 

Shortly after, Foreman Tim and his crew were out to Katy's house, cleaned out the crawl space including removing the water-filled, sagging insulation and then installed a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier to stop any further moisture. Installed a SaniDry XP sump pump that pumps out any continued water from the crawls space and replaced the insulation with Spray Foam insulation. Katy now has a clean, dry crawl space that runs efficiently and is guaranteed to provide her with allergen-free for may years. We were thrilled to help provide Katy with this peace of mind and we definitely appreciate our customers. 

The home had an issue with annual flooding in the basement. There was water leakage around the pipes that went into the basement cement walls, and the basement had to remain cleared out since it was common for minor flooding to occur when the rain hit. The home owners were ready to regain their basement and have usable space once more. 

The homeowners were not looking for a Total Basement Finishing, but they did need full waterproofing installed. We added in a Waterguard pipe system on the interior walls of the basement all connected to a SuperSump and UltraSump. With the amount of water the home experienced, we wanted to make sure their home would be fully prepared for whatever would come. With this job completed we could ensure that all of those old pipe fittings wouldn't be allowing water access to the unfinished basement we were building. 

Once our team was done, a waterproofed basement was created, the homeowners wouldn't need to worry about flooding and they could use the basement for storage and know their home goods would be safe against the elements! 

The homeowners called John's Waterproofing with a need for some help on their foundation. Their crawlspace had never been encapsulated and they were noticing that their homes foundation was failing, the floors were bowing and some of the posts under the house were rotting. The home needed some serious work completed so their home could continue being their home. 

When our install crew first arrived, we needed to create a crawlspace we could actually work in. Due to the foundation issues, the home had sunk down, creating a crawlspace that was to tight for a person to enter, and definitely could not work in. We began by having to dig out the space, some areas were dug out eighteen inches, other spaces needed to be dug out twenty-four inches. Once we were completed with that work, our team was able go in and install twenty three SmartJacks and three beams to repair the foundation and prevent any further bowing issues. We then installed a full perimeter drainage system which led the water to the Super Sump Pump that we installed. To finish off this space we encapsulated the crawlspace with a vapor barrier. 

The homes foundation has been restored and protected against water. We will continue to check on the crawlspace with annual visits to ensure that the foundation holds up and the homeowners home is safe. 

The homeowner was looking to sell, and when they had a home inspection performed, they learned that the humidity levels were higher than they should be in the Crawlspace. The old vapor barrier in the crawlspace had been improperly installed and was allowing water to seep in. The water vapor was causing high humidity, and allowing mold to grow and rips in the material had lead to critters to enter and live under the home. 

To reclaim the air quality of the home, and make the house ready to sell, John's waterproofing came out to replace the old vapor barrier. Out install crew cleaned out the space, and got rid of all the old debris. We than installed our 20 Mil woven vapor barrier that is rip resistant. This will protect the crawlspace and keep moisture out of the crawlspace. It is now a clean, dry, and healthy crawlspace, ready to sell!

The homeowners had been using their basement as storage space, mostly boxes, but also some old furniture. They began to notice a damp smell imitating from some places in their basement, and after moving some boxes around, they found condensation on parts of the walls and it was damaging the boxes that had been stored there. With the worry of losing that storage space, they called John's Waterproofing, wanting a solution that would allow them continued use of the space. 

The install crew began by digging along the interior parameters of the basement, allowing them to lay down a large scale drain system, the WaterGuard XL, that would divert water to the SuperSump Plus sump pump we installed. This would direct all water out and away from the basement. We covered the walls in our Brightwall paneling to keep the moisture from building up along the walls. This solution would create an unfinished basement for the homeowners. Should they ever decide to finish their basement, it will be ready for the work, but as is, it will protect their basement from moisture and water issues. Keeping their home dry and healthy!

With a large amount of water making its way into the crawlspace, the homeowners were trying to find a solution. Being pretty repair savvy, they had gone online to find some homemade sump pump options. With their own system set into place, they quickly saw a decrease in water buildup under their home. While this provided some help for their water issues, it proved to have clogging issues and would still create muddy buildup around the homemade sump pump while it tried to keep up with the heavy rainfall. Knowing that this wouldn't provide a long-term solution, they called John's waterproofing, to get the experts out to help. 

Our crews came out and started by removing the old debris from under the home, as well as taking out the homemade sump pump. We installed an UltraSump sump pump where the old homemade one had sat. The homeowners had done a good job on location, putting their machine in the lowest part of the dirt crawlspace. They just needed something that could handle the water buildup properly and that didn't need so much cleanup work. With the new sump pump installed we put in a 6 Mil black plastic vapor barrier and secured this in the crawlspace. The water would now be diverted to the sump pump and no more muddy spaces. To keep the sump pump working properly we recommend an annual service to make sure any sediment is cleared out and the system is checked over for any issues. The homeowners were so happy to see what a difference the right products can make!

Homeowners called since they had a water issue that lasted year long in their crawlspace. They had another company put in a Black vapor barrier before, but it didn't seem to do a long, there was still a water issue whenever they entered the crawlspace. When our crew came in, we discovered an open pipe in the crawlspace that sat just above the vapor barrier that had been installed, and water was slowly running from that pipe straight into the crawlspace. The homeowners didn't think that the pipe was connected to anything and hadn't been aware that it was a problem. To get to the bottom of this our plumber came out to determine where the pipe lead, and it lead right out to the garden by the home. Essentially every time the garden was getting watered, or rained on, it would travel to the crawlspace. The only reasoning was that at some point someone must have tried to add a water spout from under the home to the garden, but the project must have been abandoned before it was completed.

To solve this issue we started by cleaning out the old debris in the crawlspace. We then added in a pipe along the interior walls to bring the water to the SuperSump Pump. This was then hooked to the random pipe which we dug up and used as our new path so water could travel out and away from the homes foundation. We then added in a 6 Mil Vapor Barrier and sealed this in place. No more pipe and water issues! 

When going to sell a home, presentation is important, even in a crawlspace. A clean look goes a long way to ensure potential buyers that a home has been cared for and is in good order. One of the items that an appraiser will look over is a crawlspace or basement. Having these areas waterproofed and upkept will protect a homes integrity and life. This homes crawlspace had been waterproofed, but that was years and years ago, and before going to sell, they knew they would need to redo their crawlspace. What they had was now caked in mud, had the vent covers chewed on, and evidence of critters. 

To help them sell their home we came out and cleaned out the old vapor barrier and dried the space. We added in a SuperSump pump that would collect water from under the home and direct it out and away from the home with a newly installed discharge line. We then covered the crawlspace with a new 6 Mil vapor barrier. Lastly we installed new vent covers to help keep critters out. The home was now ready to go!  

When a home has frequent flooding, homeowners might just render the flooded space useless. That's what happened to this home, but it wasn't just a little space, it was the entire basement. Due to how often it had water issues and the severity of the water, the basement was left empty at all times. After a while though, the family needed more space, instead of opting to buy a new home, they wanted to add storage to their current home so they could free up room in the main portions of their home, so they called John's Waterproofing to reclaim their basement. 

To begin we dug a trench system around the interior perimeter of the home, We then inserted out the WaterGaurd drainage system to collect the groundwater. We also installed a SuperSump pump and UltraSump pump backup so that the water could be collected and pushed a safe distance away from the foundation of the home. The basement was now dry and healthy, adding a lot of space for the family to use! 

The crawlspace of This home was difficult for the homeowners to access in a tight closet. Because of this, they didn't check under their home often and when they did they found signs of water damage. Wanting to protect their home they called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew began by creating an easy-to-access crawlspace entrance in the garage with a newly installed EverLast doorway. We then removed all of the debris from the crawlspace and installed a SuperSump pump to divert all groundwater a safe distance away from the home. We also created a pathway for groundwater by installing a three-inch perforated pipe system around the interior perimeter of the crawlspace. This was all then covered in a 6 Mil vapor barrier. The homeowners can rest easy that it is now easy to check their crawlspace and it will be prepared for the rain. 

Fiberglass insulation is not made to be in a crawlspace, with it open to the elements, its integrity deteriorates quickly. This homeowner's humidity levels under their home were high and the insulation was drooping and falling from the added moisture weight. The homeowner was having to go under the home often to attach the insulation to the underside of the home to make the crawlspace accessible. Due to the difficulty of reattaching the insulation, the homeowner wanted to find a better solution, one that would make it easy for them to move under their home without having to worry about falling insulation, they wanted a crawlspace encapsulation. 

Our crew began by removing all of the old fiberglass, we then installed a SmartDrain to help control groundwater. TerraBlock crawlspace insulation was then installed and each pier was isolated with our Cleanspace vapor barrier that was then sealed throughout the crawlspace. The walls were sprayed with spray foam to insulate the space and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed. We then changed out the vent covers for new ones and the home was made dry and healthy! With our 25 year tear and rip-resistant warranty on the Cleanspace, this crawlspace will be easy to move throughout and be ready for the rainy seasons! 

The home had some water that would show up during the heavy rains along the joists where the wall met the floor in their basement. For a while, the homeowners hadn't thought much about it, it was minor, didn't flood, and was impeding on the space that the family used. However, as the years progressed they began to notice a musty smell, and when they inspected the basement they saw water mold growing along the floor where water would show up. To help, they called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew began by digging a trench along the interior perimeters and installing a WaterGaurd drainage system. This collected the groundwater and pushed it towards a new TripleSafe Sump pump. From here all water was diverted out and away from the home to a LawnScape outlet. The homeowners also decided they wanted to make their basement a partially finished space so they could begin to use it. To assist with this we installed our Brightwall paneling, which gives a clean, bright, and easy to wash surface that is completely waterproof. We then installed our ThermalDry Wood board flooring which is made of inorganic materials so it will not mold, and is waterproofed as well. This basement is now dry and healthy, no more nasty smells!

This home was experiencing some extreme water around their home. They had their crawlspace fully encased, but with such a large amount of water by their foundation, the homeowners were worried that it could cause issues, to keep the water moving away from their home so it wasn't a muddy entryway, they called John's Waterproofing. 

To combat this issue we began by installing an exterior drainage system that wraps around the foundation of the home. This would keep any groundwater moving around the home without adding water weight onto the building itself. This system hooked up to the discharge line from their crawlspace encapsulation to divert all water a safe distance away from the home. Each downspout was also hooked into this system so it wouldn't output water where it wasn't wanted. With the water moving out and away from the home, the flooding stopped and the homeowners could relax without the threat of water.  

In the backyard, this home experiences flooring in their yard, this flooding adds extra water pressure on the side of the home, which than penetrates the homes foundation and is found pooling in the crawlspace. The homeowners were looking to solve this problem, they wanted to keep their home dry and healthy and regain their back yard without it being a flooded mess for a large part of the year. To do this, they called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew began with a full dry out of the crawlspace. Once we had a space we could work in, the debris was removed. To ensure water could move and not be allowed to sit and pool in either the yard or crawlspace, we installed a series of three inch perforated piping to collect the ground water and move it to a TripleSafe sump pump which than discharges the water a safe distance away from the home to a LawnScape outlet. The crawlspace was than protected with a layer of 6 Mil vapor barrier. This will all work to keep this home dry and healthy. 

This home had high energy bills and very cold floors. The homeowners had been working on upgrading their home to lower energy bills; replaced old windows, switching to energy efficient appliances, and they were now ready to address their crawlspace. 

Our crew went out and began with a general debris removal. Once the space was cleaned out we laid down out TerraBlock crawlspace encapsulation. We than laid down out CleanSpace vapor barrier. This is wrapped around each wooden post and anchored along each wall to create a water tight seal. One the foundation walls we than insulated with Spray Foam. Each vent cover was changed out, and this home was now properly insulated. The homeowners were ecstatic with how quickly this lowered their energy bills. 

Making an investment in your home often means making an upfront purchase that will save you more in the long run. This family was tired of their cold floor, high energy bills in the Winter and Summer, and we're ready to make the investment in the future of their home. For help, they called up John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew arrived and cleared out the general debris. We then installed a new EverLast Entryway. This allowed for a bigger entrance to the crawlspace, and also will not rot, or mold while providing waterproofing. We then began on insulation with a layer of TerraBlock along the dirt floor and SilverGlo insulation panels along the foundation walls. We then installed our CleanSpace vapor barrier. This 20 Mil woven barrier is inserted under each wooden post, and anchored along each wall. To finish, we installed a SaniDry dehumidifier. The homeowners quickly felt the difference in their homes and were happy to see their energy bills lower.  

The customer called regarding a long vertical crack in the foundation wall in his garage.  While it hadn't moved or worsened in years, he was concerned about the water that was seeping into his garage.  He called John's waterproofing for a solution.  A service technician went to the residence and sealed the crack with Paraseal, a waterproofing product that expands to create a water-tight seal, and TremDrain, a waterproofing drainage mat. The crack is opened enough to stuff with the Paraseal and the TremDrain is then applied to the outside, securing the Paraseal in.  It did the trick and the homeowner was happy.

This daylight basement was unfinished and being used for storage and a small workspace. When heavy rains hit though, the foundation walls would be damp to the touch and water could be found entering the space under the exterior doorway. To protect their home from long-lasting water damage, the homeowners called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew came out and installed a drainage system. This meant a trench was dug along the interior parameter. A TrenchDrain was installed by the doorway and a WaterGaurd drainage system was installed throughout the rest of the space. The walls were then covered in ThermalDry to waterproof and direct water from the walls down into the new drainage system. To collect the groundwater from the new system we installed a TripleSafe sump pump to divert all water out and away from the home via a new LawnScape outlet. This home is now dry and healthy. 

We often get calls from Brokers looking for a quote right away even though our System Designers are often booked weeks/months out. A system was designed by one of our designers to take care of the needs of Brokers with great success.  We can get approximate numbers to a broker in 1-2 days and, if they decide to move forward, an inspection is done to give the broker a hard number to work with. This particular home had water intruding up to a few inches on top of the barrier.  A code no-no. This typically means that a PPP or Pipe/Pump/Plastic is in order so the home can pass inspection and the new owners are happy.

Our System installers were dispersed to do the work.  The old barrier, hanging insulation and all other debris was removed from the crawlspace. A 3" perforated pipe drain system was installed around the perimeter and graded to the lowest point of the crawl where a SuperSump was installed to gather the water and discharge it out and away from the home. Then a new 6mil plastic barrier was installed on the floor of the crawlspace and attached to the foundation walls to ensure that any water seeping in via the footing or wall was captured and removed by the perf system. The new owners were happy and thrilled with the warranty!

The new owners of this beautiful country house didn't settle for less than the best of what life had to offer and that included their crawlspace. After seeing photos at a home show they knew that they wanted an encapsulated crawlspace to protect their home. A System Designer drove out to the property to inspect the crawlspace and determine what needed to be done. The owners were surprised to learn that there were signs of water damage. Having bought the home during the summer, it wasn't caught by the home inspector. Our designer took them step-by-step through the process and gave them a proposal then and there that they were happy to sign and looked forward to the work being done. 

A few weeks later our crew removed the 6 mil vapor barrier, fiberglass insulation, and debris. They installed a 3" perforated pipe drainage system around the perimeter to collect the water and direct it to 2 newly installed TripleSafe sump pumps because of the large square footage, along with proper discharge. TerraBlock, a high-density foam product was laid over the dirt floor. This aids in insulating the crawlspace and protecting the new CleanSpace, 20mil, nylon-reinforced barrier. This is also used to isolate each wooden post and with all seams securely sealed, the barrier is anchored to the foundation walls. Lastly, a SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to ensure this home stayed dry and healthy. With all the vents sealed and 2 new Everlast doors installed, spray foam insulation was applied to the full wall of the foundation to keep the home insulated. Healthy, dry, filtered air helps the homeowners stay healthy and comfortable.

This homeowner called John's Waterproofing after finding mold growing on the wood baseboards in her daughter's bedroom. She was quite alarmed because she knew that mold was a health hazard. A system designer was sent to the home to examine the problem. He walked the basement with the homeowner and used a moisture meter to check the baseboards throughout the basement and found high numbers in several places which indicated that hydrostatic pressure was causing water to intrude at the footing. A proposal for WaterGuard and a sump pump system was presented and accepted by the homeowner. 

The crew arrived a few months later and found that, as they'd been asked, the homeowners had moved all items in the basement at least 6' away from all the walls and that John's Waterproofing's plumbers had safely moved the water heater, and laundry appliances away from the walls. A few weeks later a crew was sent out and they began the first task, which was to cut the existing walls and framing 36" up from the floor to make room for installing the WaterGuard.  WaterGuard is an effective and reliable interior gutter system that will solve wet basement problems permanently! The system was installed to lead the water to a TripleSafe Sump pump system and discharged to the rain drainage system. To repair the cut walls quickly and with a great look, EverLast basement wall system was installed to cover the missing wall areas and provided a clean and fresh look.

This homeowner had seen our John's Waterproofing's booth at a home and garden show and was very intrigued with encapsulation so he signed up to have a free inspection as well as collecting brochures to learn more. A System Designer was dispatched to inspect the crawlspace and take photos and measure the space. He then sat with the homeowner and explained the benefits of encapsulation; cleaner air for his family and lower utility bills. 

The crew arrived several weeks later and got right to work. All of the debris, old insulation, and vapor barrier was removed.  A perforated pipe drainage system was installed around the perimeter and graded to a TripleSafe Sump system at the lowest point. TerraBlock was laid over the dirt floor to aid insulation and also protect the CleanSpace barrier.  All the vents were sealed and the posts isolated. The 20mil nylon-reinforced CleanSpace barrier was installed and all seams were sealed up, run up the walls, and fastened under the rim joist. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to ensure the humidity was controlled to prevent mold growth and the air was filtered for a healthy home and crawlspace. Finally, a single cell spray foam was applied to the rim joist and foundation walls to bring the insulation to the required R factor for insulating the space. Now the homeowner had a cleaner and healthier home!

This homeowner was losing the battle to water entering his basement. He knew he needed help, so he contacted John's Waterproofing in desperate need of a solution. A System Designer was sent to aid the homeowner with answers to some big problems. Water was breaching from several areas and the most notable areas were a wooden door that was allowing water in every time it rained and several pipes that penetrated the foundation walls which were leaking profusely as well as a large crack that ran the full height of the basement wall. There were also several places where minor water was intruding at the footing and several cracks in the floor where water was coming through. This was a lot of work to be done and the homeowner was relieved to learn that John's Waterproofing had some great financing options to offer. 

When the crew arrived a perimeter system of WaterGuard and a few leach lines from the center of the basement to the WaterGuard were installed.  WaterGuard is a great permanent solution for basements. The pipe openings were waterproofed and the crack was treated with a 3-part Xypex solution and a large window well was installed outside of the exterior door to catch excess water. We then installed a hole through the footing that the door sat on to lead any excess water into the WaterGuard System and a new door was installed to replace the plywood door. ThermalDry Wall was installed to help with insulation and to drive any moisture from the walls into the WaterGuard system. Finally, a SuperSump with battery backup was installed to carry the water collected by the WaterGuard out and away from the home. This homeowner now enjoys a dry basement!

This homeowner was very concerned when he noticed the two bedrooms in his finished basement were getting wet. These bedrooms belonged to his kids, and was aware that water issues led to mold problems. To stop this problem, he called John's Waterproofing to get it remedied ASAP. A System Designer was dispatched to the home and walked with the homeowner to survey the problem and explain how we could help him with a great solution and warranty. 

The crew arrived and got to work right away with cutting away the damaged drywall and framing up 32" and pulled back the carpeting to access the footing area. This is where they would be installing WaterGuard, an award-winning drainage system that sits on top of the footing so it doesn't get clogged with dirt and it comes with a life-time warranty. To divert the water collected in the new drainage system away from the foundation, the homeowner chose a SuperSump with an UltraSump battery backup to ensure continued operation in the event of a power outage. This homeowner chose to repair the walls with regular drywall so our job was complete at this point.

In this case, the homeowner chose to do a partial system but was assured that if future problems presented in the basement, the system could be expanded. 

This homeowner contacted John's Waterproofing because of the continual flooding of their basement. The basement was used for storage space, and the continual water intrusion needed to be solved. A System Designer went to the home and walked with the homeowner through the basement and educated them about WaterGuard, an effective and reliable way to solve wet basement problems- permanently! They also discussed various options available for finishing the basement space from semi-finishing products to a full-finished look.

The homeowner wanted a nice space but not necessarily finished so they chose the semi-finished look of BrightWall, a textured plastic wall panel that is mold and mildew proof, lightens and brightens, cleans easily, and, more importantly, drives the wall moisture into the WaterGuard. First, the WaterGuard was installed and this drainage system enabled the water collected to be taken to a SuperSump System. Once completed, the BrightWall was installed.  Lastly, the homeowner chose to add a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep the air dry and filtered from pollen, dust mites and more. Now, this basement is ready to use for safe, dry storage.

This customer had us encapsulate the crawlspace in her previous home and was so very happy with it that she couldn't wait to get her new home's crawlspace encapsulated as well. A System Designer was sent out to measure, take photos and present her with a proposal that she quickly accepted so the work could get started ASAP.

The crew arrived bright and early one morning and began by addressing the exterior access which was very small; the first order business was to install a Turtl entryway for better access and make it simpler to clear out the debris and then bringing in the products to be installed. Our installers then put in a perforated pipe drainage system which was installed around the perimeter and graded to a TripleSafe sump pump. They then laid down TerraBlock insulation and the vents were sealed up and the posts isolated. The 20mil nylon-reinforced CleanSpace vapor barrier was installed and the seams were sealed up and run up the walls, fastening under the rim joist. To prevent mold and mildew in this space we then installed a SaniDry dehumidifier. Finally, single cell spray foam was applied to the rim joist and foundation walls to bring the insulation to the required R factor for insulating the space. The homeowner was happy to have another clean and healthy home!

A homeowner called needing help draining the water that was pooling next to her foundation. A System Designer was scheduled to go out to assess the situation and craft a waterproofing solution. He found it to be a challenging job because the home was on a rocky hillside property with a natural rock retaining wall, but he was confident that we could tackle the job and come up with a solution. He took lots of photos and measurements and then told the homeowner that, while he had an initial plan he wanted to go over it with the boss to be sure it was the best plan. Back at the office, after going over his plan with the boss, a couple of changes were made to ensure our solution would address the water issue thoroughly.

The crew went out and got to work by digging a long french drain around the backside of the rock retaining wall and directed it to a PVC drainage system that ended at the far end of the front of the home. All of the downspouts were tested to make sure they were operating correctly and the two downspouts on either side of the front porch were extended to the ditch as well. The next time it rained the homeowners reported that the system was working beautifully.

This homeowner called complaining of the poor condition of her crawlspace and was anxious to remedy the situation.  A System Designer was sent to the home to help her out. After arriving, he introduced himself and got right to work. He did a full inspection of the interior of the crawlspace, followed by a full inspection of the exterior of the crawlspace. With no problems outside, the solution was crafted to be in the crawlspace. 

We removed the old dirty vapor barrier and the old, falling fiberglass insulation. The crawlspace didn't require any drainage system or a sump system because water intrusion wasn't an extensive issue. TerraBlock, a high-density foam underlayment was laid on the dirt floor and over that was CleanSpace, a 20mil nylon reinforced polyethylene liner, similar to a pool liner, puncture-resistant and flexible, is laid over the TerraBlock. After sealing all the seams, it's run up the foundation walls and firmly attached. It's also used to isolate all of the posts from the moisture below. The vents are sealed and a SaniDry dehumidifier is installed to ensure the space is kept dry and filtered at all times. 

This customer called John's Waterproofing because she found that she had a lot of water in her crawlspace and she had concerns because she was planning on listing her home for sale. A System Designer was sent out to the home to do a thorough inspection and give her a proposal. After inspecting the property, the System Designer determined that, because the property was on a hillside, the job could be done without installing a sump pump and that would save money for the homeowner. He measured the crawlspace and created a proposal for her that she readily accepted. 

The Installation Crew arrived and began by removing all the debris, the old vapor barrier, and fiberglass insulation. They discovered that the low point drain, while it was low enough, was clogged with mud so they cleared it out so it could be used for discharging the water. They installed a 3" perforated pipe system and with the hillside topography they could use gravity to divert the water to a Smart Drain at the lowest point with an alarm that would be triggered alerting the homeowner so it could be quickly attended to. Then a new 6mil plastic vapor barrier was installed, overlapping a minimum of 18 inches and run up the foundation wall, so any water intrusion at the footing would be directed to the drainage system. They also replaced the old metal access well with a new Everlast Access Well and replaced the rotting wood access door with a new Everlast Door, made from 1/2" thick plastic that will last a very long time. 

The homeowners had some health issues and wanted to ensure their home was as healthy as it could be. They had an air purifier, had addressed some leaks in their roof which had caused mold in the attic, and were now ready to address their crawlspace. Upon inspection there was standing water found in the low spots and rot was found along the crawlspace exterior entryway and water mold was found. The homeowners wanted their air cleaned up, so they choose out crawlspace encapsulation. 

Our installers arrived and began by installing a new EverLast exterior entryway. This will help the space be regulated, we also changed out the vent covers. Next we removed the old vapor barrier and debris. We then installed a SmartSump pump to collect the graded water and send it out and away from the home. We then added in TerraBlock insulation along the dirt floor and CleanSpace. CleanSpace is a twenty Mil vapor barrier which is installed under each wooden post, anchored along the rim joists, and secured in place. We then installed SilverGlo along the foundation walls and air sealed with spray foam. To finish this space we installed a SaniDry dehumidifier. The homeowners are thrilled with how much cleaner their air is. 

A homeowner was frustrated because they had replaced the fiberglass insulation in their crawlspace several times, only to have it fall repeatedly. They had researched encapsulation and were convinced that it was the solution they needed. A System Designer went out and took photos and measurements to build a proposal on the spot and the homeowners were happy to sign, give a deposit and get scheduled. 

A few weeks later one of our experienced installation crews came out and began removing all of the debris, old insulation and vapor barrier.  A perforated pipe drain system was installed around the perimeter which graded to a TripleSafe Sump system at the low point. TerraBlock insulation was laid on the dirt floor and vents were sealed and all wooden posts isolated. A CleanSpace barrier was installed and all seams were sealed up and up the walls fastening under the rim joist. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to ensure the humidity was controlled to prevent mold growth and the air was filtered for a healthy home. Finally, spray foam was applied to the rim joist to aid the TerraBlock in insulating the space to industry standards.

We often get calls from Brokers looking for a quick quote. To address this time sensitive need, a system was designed called our Fix it To List it program. Through this program we can get approximate numbers to a broker in 1-2 days and, if they decide to move forward, an inspection is then done to give the broker a hard number to work with. This particular home had water intruding up to a few inches on top of the old vapor barrier. To address this we did our classic realty waterproofing; a PPP or Pipe/Pump/Plastic so the home can pass inspection, and includes a warranty which transfers to the new homeowners. We can also arrange payment out of escrow and sellers like this option.

Our System installers were dispersed to do the work.  The old barrier, hanging insulation and all other debris were removed from the crawlspace. A 3" perforated pipe drain system was installed around the perimeter and graded to the lowest point of the crawlspace where a SuperSump was installed to gather the water and discharge it out and away from the home. Then a new 6mil plastic barrier was installed on the floor of the crawlspace and attached to the foundation walls to ensure that any water seeping in via the footing or wall was captured and removed by the new drainage system. The buyers were happy and thrilled with the warranty that was included!

A System Designer went to his appointment for a homeowner that had called because she had discovered a wet spot in her basement living area. He tested the entire space with his moisture meter to determine if there were more areas that were getting water and found moisture in multiple places. He recommended doing a full system but the homeowner had some other costs to attend to and only wanted to take care of the one wall that was wet. The System Designer created a proposal for just that and assured her that, should another area develop water later, the system could be added onto.

The installation team arrived and they pulled back the carpeting and pad where they were installing the system. They also removed 36" of the drywall and framing to prepare for the WaterGuard. WaterGuard is an award-winning, patented basement drainage system that is installed by removing 6" of the perimeter concrete and placing the WaterGuard in a bed of rock next to the wall. Then the concrete is restored over the top of the WaterGuard leaving only a 1/2" flanged exposed. ThermalDry Wall is a strong, flexible vapor barrier that is installed on the foundation walls which directs moisture into the WaterGuard drain system. The drain was graded to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump which pushed the collected water to a LawnScape outlet. Our crew then put back together the basement, and the homeowners are thrilled with their waterproofing system and are glad that it can be added onto anytime in the future should they need it. 

Homes on a hillside can be problematic and bring water to the foundation. This homeowner had their crawlspace waterproofed from the exterior in preparation for the water they knew was present. However, for their crawlspace entryway, they just rested a plywood board against the opening. While the homeowners imagined this would be okay, heavy rains brought excess water and mud down the hillside, and into the crawlspace. The crawlspace entryway was clogged up with mud and the downspouts were just adding excess water all around the foundation. To address this, the homeowners called up John's Waterproofing. 

To begin helping the homeowners we did a dig out of the space, pulling out about twelve five gallon buckets to make the space accessible. We then installed a proper entryway with a Turtl entrance. This will keep mud and water from flooding into the space. We then extended the four downspouts of the home into the ground. These connect to a pipe system, and direct all collected water safely out and away from the home. We then laid down a simple 6 Mil vapor barrier under the home and the homeowners are thrilled that their home will be prepared for heavy rains when they come again. 

This homeowner had changed up their landscaping. They dug out around the hillside of their home to create a flat walkway with space for landscaping to be done and then built up a retaining wall. They had been really pleased with the outcome, until heavy rains hit. The retaining wall had been built of landscaping boulders and rocks, and water was dripping through, causing water to pool by the wall. After looking online, they called up John's Waterproofing to craft a solution for their home. 

To address this issue we dug a trench along the base of the wall, here we installed a gravel bed, and laid in a WaterGuard Trench Drain. This will collect water from the ground as well as the water that gathers above ground. All water is then graded along the wall and safely dispelled away from the homes foundation. The homeowners were very happy with how clean the finished job was and happy that they don't need to stress over pooling water in their new leveled area. 

This homeowner called because she had water flooding into her crawlspace and couldn't figure out where it was coming from. We frequently run into this question from homeowners because they don't realize that water can suddenly begin to enter a crawlspace or a basement in a number of ways, ie., high water tables, animals burrowing underground, construction nearby, roots invading the space or damaging the exterior drains or clogging the drains over time. This is why it's so important to call an expert like John's Waterproofing before wasting money on solutions that don't work. One of our highly trained System Designers was scheduled to go help this homeowner. She determined that part of the problem was certainly caused by the faulty rain drains that were emptying out too close to the house, however, just fixing the rain drains would not be enough to stop it since they had created weak spots from the added water pressure. The system designer also showed the benefits of encapsulation and since the homeowner suffered from acute allergies, was very interested in the health benefits this provided. 

Our installation crew arrived to do the work and immediately removed the old vapor barrier, fiberglass insulation and assorted debris. A 3" perforated pipe encased in a silt sock was placed in a trench around the perimeter of the crawlspace and graded to the low spot of the crawlspace, terminating in a TripleSafe sump system and discharged properly. TerraBlock, a 3/4" dense foam barrier was laid over the dirt to help with insulation and protect the CleanSpace barrier. CleanSpace is a 20mil polyester-reinforced plastic liner that is sealed at the seams and slipped under each post and up the foundation walls where it is attached with special fasteners. A SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier/filter is installed to keep the moisture level below 60deg and continuously filter the air. Once the vents are sealed and 3" of single-cell spray foam is applied to the foundation walls and rim joist, the crawlspace is now sealed and airtight, providing the home and crawlspace with clean air exchange, lower utility bills and provide extra storage space should the homeowner want to utilize this.

There had been work done on this crawlspace in the past but it was substandard and didn't achieve the intended goal of gathering and keeping the water out of the crawlspace. The homeowners were frustrated and their neighbor recommended John's Waterproofing. A System Designer was sent to the home to help the homeowners out. He examined the crawlspace and found that the drain system that the previous contractor had installed was not graded to the low spot of the crawlspace, rather it was directed to a high spot in the crawlspace with a sump pump in a bucket. The pump is designed for a pond, not a crawlspace, and the water is set up here to grade away from the pump, leaving this system not up for the job.  The designer prepared a proposal for the homeowners and a week later they call to put down a deposit and get on the schedule.

The installation crew arrived and got to work removing the old 6 mil vapor barrier, faulty drain pipe, and the old sump pump in a bucket. They trenched around the perimeter and installed a 3" perforated pipe drainage system that was graded to a newly installed SuperSump Plus which is placed in the lowest spot in the crawlspace. The crew then laid a new 6 mil vapor barrier on the dirt floor and overlapped it properly, attaching it to the foundation walls. To help this space against the exterior elements, they replaced the old metal window well and wooden door with an EverLast access well and door. Both are made of 1/2" PVC plastic and they are made to last forever.

This basement was recently cleaned out and became a home gym. While cleaning up they noticed some damp spots along the basement floors, and wanted to have this addressed. They planned on having the space fully finished but knew water damage was a costly issue if left unchecked. 

Our installation crew arrived and dug a trench along the interior perimeter. Here they installed a WaterGuard drainage system. This collects all of the water and grades it to a TripleSafe sump pump and then shoots the water out and away from the homes foundation to a LawnScape outlet. The walls were then insulated with our ThermalDry radiant barrier. This system sets the basement up to be fully finished at the homeowners leisure. 

This homeowner called up John's Waterproofing. They kept putting fiberglass insulation in the crawlspace. It would fall down in pieces, they would have someone come out to reattach it, and it would fall down again. This issue kept occurring and the homeowners were tried of the ongoing upkeep this needed. They called us after finding an article online about crawlspace encapsulation. We sent out a design specialist who did a full inspection and working out their homes encapsulation solution. 

To begin work, we removed the old insulation, old vapor barrier, and general debris. We then installed a SmartDrain system to collect groundwater and divert it out and away from the homes foundation. Each vent cover was sealed up and the floor was then insulated with TerraBlock. Then CleanSpace was brought in, this was installed under each wooden post, anchored along the walls, and secured into place. The walls were then insulated with Spray Foam and a SaniDry Dehumidifier was installed. The homeowners are thrilled with how much nicer their crawlspace looks and enjoy the energy savings! 

Some portions of this home had a 'bounce' to the floor. This seemed odd so the homeowner went under their home into their large crawlspace. As they explored, they noted that multiple wooden posts were rotting and not sitting properly on their footings. They called up John's Waterproofing right away to ask about their options. We scheduled a design specialist to come out to assess their crawlspace and talk through all the homeowners questions and concerns. 

To begin this homes journey we cleared out the crawlspace. Removing the vapor barrier and debris. We replaced five wooden posts with SmartJacks and once the space was stabilized we began the waterproofing process. We dug a trench along the interior perimeter, here we laid down a three inch perforated pipe in a silt sock. This will collect ground water and send it along to a new SuperSump pump with an UltraSump back-up which then pushes all water out and away from the foundation.  All water exists in the yard via a LawnScape outlet. We then laid out a new 6 Mil vapor barrier, overlapping the edges and running it up along the foundation walls. 

Online there are tutorials to make your own sump pump using items that can be bought at a home repair shop. However, these often do not take into account the amount of water we face in the PNW. This homeowner had followed a tutorial, and installed a store bought plastic sump in a five gallon bucket. This was installed and a store bought 6 mil vapor barrier was placed through the crawlspace as well. However, after heavy rains the homeowner went to check on the system and found a muddy mess. The sump pump was clogged, and a sludge of mud was surrounding the pump. The homeowners would need some help. 

To begin helping out, we removed the homemade system. We then installed an interior drainage system. This consists of a three inch perforated pipe system in a silt sock. It will collect the groundwater and grade it along to a newly installed SuperSump Plus that we installed in the lowest spot of the crawlspace. This will keep up with the local rainfall and protect the home against water damage. We then laid down a new 6 Mil vapor barrier, overlapping the edges and running it up the wall to keep this home safe against this mess from occurring again. Should the homeowner ever wish to upgrade their system, we can always come back to upgrade to an encapsulation. 

High energy bills and chilly floors, this home was ready for something better. The homeowners heard about how this could be a sign of improper crawlspace insulation, so they called up John's Waterproofing to hear about the best insulation system; crawlspace encapsulation. After talking with a design specialist and getting all of their questions answered, they were ready to move forward!

To begin our crew came out and cleared out the crawlspace. We then installed a SmartSump in the lowest spot. This will collect the groundwater and divert it well away from the home to a LawnScape outlet The floor was then insulated with TerraBlock and the foundation walls with SilverGlo. We then sealed up the vents and brought in CleanSpace. CleanSpace is inserted under each wooden post, anchored along the walls and sealed into place with a special waterproof, four inch wide tape. This home is now properly insulated, and the home is set up for lower energy costs!

This homeowner hadn't checked their crawlspace in a few years. They glanced under and found a layer of dust and dirt over their old vapor barrier. There were cobwebs and critter droppings, and they wanted this cleaned up. They called up John's Waterproofing. The home had no big water issues, and humidity was a little high. The design specialist sat down with the homeowner after their inspection and discussed options and budget. 

The homeowner was on a tight budget, so they opted to have a smaller project this time around and re-evaluate a long term solution in a couple of years. To begin our crew pulled out the old vapor barrier and debris. We then installed a SmartSump in the lowest point as a back up should heavy rains hit. We then laid down a new 6 mil vapor barrier, overlapping the edges and running it up the walls. The humidity had caused a minor mold issue, and we applied Mold X2 as needed. Since the space isn't encapsulated, the mold will probably come back as time goes on, but the homeowner just wasn't ready to encapsulate at this time. 

This crawlspace had critters using it as a home. The homeowners had a pest control come out to clear the crawlspace, but they were worried about critters coming back. They didn't want to set out poison, so the pest company referred them to John's Waterproofing for our encapsulation system. Our design specialist performed a full inspection and sat down with the homeowners to talk through out encapsulation system and how it would help them. 

Since the home didn't have a water issue, we began by laying down TerraBlock insulation over the dirt floor. We then brought in CleanSpace. This is a 20 Mil thick woven vapor barrier. It goes under each wooden post, is attached to the foundation walls, and fully sealed into place. The woven piece of this will deter critters. Each vent was then sealed up, Spray foam was applied to the foundation walls, and a SaniDry dehumidifier was installed. This system as a whole will make the crawlspace an unwelcome space for critters and protect the home. 

Water in the crawlspace is an issue, and if left unchecked, can cause long term and costly damage. This homeowner noted that while their crawlspace dirt floor was generally damp, it had recently had some spots become little piddles of water. Their water issue had gotten worse, so they called up John's Waterproofing for a solution. We sent out a design specialist who did a full inspection and found that hydrostatic pressure had caused water to make its way under this home and was progressively getting worse over the homes lifespan. After discussing options and benefits, the homeowners decided to move forward with a crawlspace encapsulation. 

To begin our work, the installation crew pulled out the general debris from under the home. We then installed a SuperSump Plus in the lowest spot of the crawlspace. This will collect groundwater and guide it safely away from the home. TerraBlock insulation was then laid down to insulate the dirt floor. This was then encased with CleanSpace. The is installed under each wooden post, attached along the rim joist, and sealed in place. Next the vents were sealed up, a SaniDry dehumidifier was installed and spray foam insulation was applied to the foundation walls. This space is now dry and healthy, protecting this families home from water damage! 

This older home was mainly used for short vacation stays. After not being able to stay here for a while they finally got back to it, and found standing water had taken over their crawlspace. They knew that if left unchecked this would cause major structural issues and the home wouldn't be safe. To prevent issues, they called up John's Waterproofing to get a full inspection. The Design specialist went over the issues found and their options, deciding together that an encapsulation would be the best route to go with a new Turtl entrance. 

The only crawlspace point of access so far was in the home, to make it easily accessible for maintenance, an exterior access was installed with a Turtl. This will keep water out of the crawlspace and allow John's to perform annual checks on the system without needing the homeowner to be present. All of the old vapor barrier and debris was then pulled out, and the space was dried out. We then dug a drainage system through the crawlspace, adding a slight downgrade so water will move towards a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump to then send the water away from the home. Next, we installed TerraBlock insulation over the dirt floor, encasing this with CleanSpace. This vapor barrier is 20 Mil thick with a woven fiber. It goes under each wooden post, attaches along the foundation walls, and is sealed into place. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed and spray foam applied to the foundation walls. 

Fiberglass gets heavy from water weight and will fall, pulling it away from the homes underside. This then causes heating and cooling to overwork to try and maintain the homes temperature. The homeowner was sick of having cold floors, high bills, and having to pay others to come and re-attach the fiberglass. They began to search online and heard about our full encapsulation which provides lasting insulation for crawlspaces. They scheduled their free inspection and were excited to hear about the science about how our John's CleanSpace is proven to work. 

To begin our work we removed all of the old fiberglass and debris from under the home. We then had to apply some Mold X2 as needed, as mold spores were found under the old insulation on the wooden beams. We then installed a SuperSump Plus in the lowest place, this will collect the groundwater and send it out and away from the homes foundation. TerraBlock was then laid over the dirt floor, this insulates the floor and will not mold or rot. CleanSpace was then installed, this goes under each wooden post, attached to the foundation rim joist, and is fully sealed into place. We installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to ensure mold can't grow here, and then applied spray foam along the walls to insulate the home, bringing the crawlspace into the homes envelope, which will lower the heating and cooling costs. 

This crawlspace had falling fiberglass due to moisture content in the air. While the homeowner had other companies re-attach the fiberglass, it never provided long term energy savings, and they could see mold spores under sections of the insulation. At this point, they figured it was better to remove the fiberglass completely. They called up John's Waterproofing to have a free inspection and see what we could offer them. After going over our findings we outlined the homes options, and while the homeowners were not ready to move forward with a full encapsulation at this time, they chose to take the mid-step with our pipe, pump, and plastic. 

To begin out crew pulled out all of the old insulation and debris from the space. We also applied Mold X as needed, since the space will still be open to the elements we let them know it would be important to have the space annually checked, and inspected for mold growth, as it will come back since the space is unconditioned. We then dug a trench and installed a perforated pipe in a silt sock to collect any groundwater and grade it to a low spot where we installed a TripleSafe sump pump that then discharges the water out and away from the crawlspace. A new 6 mil vapor barrier was then laid down, overlapping the edges and run up the wall to prolong its protection. 

When heavy rains hit, this home experienced flooding in the crawlspace. This happened year after year, until the homeowners noticed that they had sagging floors and sticking doors. After a quick look up online, they learned this to be a sign of structural issues under the home. They called up John's Waterproofing to schedule their free inspection. During the inspection it was discovered that the ongoing water issues had caused a large amount of dry rot as well as posts sinking, and settling, making this space no longer up to local code requirements. 

To address the homes issues we began with a dry-out making the space maneuverable for our crew. We then had to perform a dig out to bring the space to local code requirements. While doing this, we began removing and replacing the rotting wooden posts with SmartJacks, needing to replace a total of 30. Once the space was officially safe, we dug a trench and installed a full drainage system under the house, which guides the collected water safely along to a TripleSafe sump pump to send the water away from the home. To suit the homeowners budget we then laid down a simple 6 mil vapor barrier, which will need to be replaced every few years. 

This home had been encapsulated a few years back. As time went on, talk about radon had become more prevalent in their neighborhood. They noted more homes getting radon testing and mitigation, and decided they should look into their own homes radon levels. Since radon is a gas that is emitted from the ground, generally a homes geographical location has an affect on the homes results. We did a continuous radon test and found the homes radon levels to be an average between 7-8 pCi/L, way above the health recommended levels. After talking to one of our certified radon specialists, they were excited to learn that a mitigation system would be simple to add onto their homes encapsulation system. We scheduled the installer to go out and the system was properly installed in a few hours. After every mitigation job, we also leave a simple charcoal test kit for the homeowner to use. This is sent off to a third-party testing facility to ensure the system has made the radon levels within the allowed levels. Through this, the kit showed that the homes radon was not under 1.0 pCi/L and the homes radon levels had been addressed properly. 

Continuous water exposure in a crawlspace leads to many issues. This space was experiencing a moldy smell in their home and bouncy floors from rotting posts. To get this home back on track to being dry and healthy, the homeowners called up John's Waterproofing. We had a design specialist out to do a full inspection, and in the end they suggested Mold treatment, post replacement, and a full encapsulation to get this home taken care of. 

To begin our crew arrived and had to clear the space out. We pulled out the old vapor barrier, debris, and moldy fiberglass insulation. We then had to replaced ten wooden posts with our SmartJacks. These will re-stabilize the home and end the bouncing floors. With the place stable and the fiberglass removed we applied Mold X2 as needed. A trench was then dug throughout the crawlspace, here we installed a perforated pipe in a silt sock. Water will be collected in this and graded to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump at the lowest point of the crawlspace. Water is then pumped out and away from the home. To provide lasting insulation we laid in TerraBlock over the dirt floor. CleanSpace was then brought in, this goes under each post, anchors to the walls, and is sealed into place. We installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep the air healthy and applied spray foam to the foundation walls. This space is now dry and healthy, and prepared to last!

This homeowner called us because their basement had a tendency to get a bit damp. Over the years, the amount of water was growing, and water stains were evident along the basement walls. The homeowners wanted to use their basement confident that water mold wouldn't be an issue, so they were ready to get the space waterproofed. 

To begin the project we used a Jackhammer to dig a trench along the interior of the basement walls. Here we laid in a bed of gravel and our WaterGuard drainage system. This will collect groundwater from below the home, as well as from the walls. From there it is graded to a low point where a TripleSafe sump pump will pump the water safely away from the home. The walls had our CleanSpace wall system installed to ensure water moisture is guided safely to the drain system. This is also easy to clean and acts as a vapor barrier for the walls. A SaniDry Dehumidifier was brought in and will keep the air in the basement dry and healthy. The homeowners like how much brighter their basement is with the new wall system and are happy to know that mold will not threaten their basement. 

During this homes inspection, the crawlspace was found to be flooded. A solid two inches of water was on top of the old vapor barrier. To get this homes crawlspace addressed, they were referred over to John's Waterproofing. Our Fix it to List it program is made to help streamline the process to meet the quick time frames that accompany realty projects. For this job in particular we would have to do a full dry-out and then our PPP; pipe, pump, and plastic. Once the space was dried out, the old vapor barrier and debris was properly removed from the space. A full interior perimeter drainage system was then installed. This will collect groundwater and grade it naturally to the lowest point where a TripleSafe Sump pump is installed to push water safely away from the home. A new 6 mil vapor barrier was then laid throughout, overlapping the edges to help it last. It will need to be replaced every few years to keep this style of vapor barrier in good working order.  

This crawlspace had been addressed a few years back. They had gone with another company and had a sump pump and new vapor barrier laid down, however, they pump kept getting clogged up and couldn't handle the homes water issues. The homeowners wanted the space re-addressed and chose to try John's Waterproofing this time around. 

To get the crawlspace properly cared for, the homeowner opted to get a full encapsulation installed. This will provide a long-term solution to address all water issues. To begin we pulled out the old vapor barrier, debris, and the old sump pump. We then installed a full drainage system to collect groundwater and guide it to the lowest point of the crawlspace where we installed a TripleSafe sump pump which pumps the water away from the home. We then insulated the floor with TerraBlock, and sealed the vents off. CleanSpace was than brought in, it goes under each wooden post, attaches along the rim joist, and is sealed into place with a special four inch wide waterproof tape. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed and we then applied spray foam along the foundation walls. This finishes insulating the space and air seals. The homeowners are very pleased with how the crawlspace looks, and love how our products come with strong warranties to back them. 

This homeowner wanted to be able to use their basement as a more usable space. At the moment they could only store air tight containers in the basement and had their laundry room here. Due to the damp floor, they couldn't rest any organic materials on the floor and if something wasn't air tight, they would see mold spores growing on items. To address these water issues, they called up John's Waterproofing to schedule their free inspection. During the inspection we walked the owners through the issues that needed to be addressed, talked about the options to solve the basement water problems, and landed on the system to suit the homes needs. 

To begin our work we dug a trench along the interior perimeter, with a few leech lines through the room to ensure all groundwater could be addressed. In these spaces we laid a bed of gravel and our WaterGuard drainage system couples with perforated pipes for the leech lines. These will collect ground water and grade them to the lowest point of the room where a TripleSafe sump pump is installed. From here all water is sent safely away from the homes foundation to a LawnScape outlet. The walls were covered with our BrightWall paneling, which will safely allow any water to be guided to the drain system to be addressed. We then installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to ensure the space remains dry and healthy. 

A daylight basement comes in handy, and this one was set up for the homeowners home workshop. Recently, they also decided to put a pool table into this space. Knowing that the space would get damp, and worried that the felt top would grow mold, the homeowners called up John's Waterproofing to get a system to address their water issues. To begin, our crew dug a trench around the interior perimeter, here we installed a bed of gravel topped with out WaterGuard system. The walls were covered with out BrightWall paneling, which brightens the space, and will not mold or rot. This wall system will guide moisture from the wall safely down into the drain system. Here the moisture from the walls, and any groundwater is then guided to a low point where it goes into a TripleSafe sump pump to be pumped safely away from the homes foundation. We then installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep the air dry and healthy. The space is now protected against water issues, the homeowners are glad they don't need to fret about mold here now.