Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

Encapsulation reduces energy costs by creating a barrier against moisture and air leaks which helps maintain a consistent and comfortable temperature in a home. This homeowner reached out to John's after learning that an encapsulation would help then lower their energy bills, because they were noticing that they were paying more to heat their home in the winter and cool it in the warmer months. This is likely caused by air leaks.  We thoroughly inspected this crawl space to create a game plan that works best and began the project.

First, we removed all of the old fiberglass insulation and any debris. This crawl space did not have a vapor barrier present so the dirt was already fully exposed. We did not find much water so we installed our SmartDrain system that will alert the homeowner to a possible plumbing leak with an audible alarm then drain it underneath the CleanSpace into a drywell until it can be addressed. We then make sure to cover the vents to prevent outside air from entering. On the dirt floor we install our TerraBlock system which acts as an insulated barrier as well as 3/4 inch protection. On top of this TerraBlock goes our CleanSpace 20 mil thick vapor barrier. This material is also anchored into the foundation walls and sealed with our heavy duty CleanSpace tape. We want to keep a controlled environment so then we install our SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier which will help maintain a healthy relative humidity throughout the crawl space. To guarantee an airtight seal, we install our foam insulation along the foundation walls. This method uses liquid foam that is sprayed out and  fills every crack and void along the foundation walls, increasing effectiveness and energy efficiently by creating an airtight seal. Finally we finish this project by installing our Aspen air filtration system up in the living space of the home. Now, this homeowner can be sure that their home is protected and they can watch their energy costs lower. 

Cleanspace keeps the crawlspace sealed from moisture and water.

Customer called with a crawlspace issue and it appeared to be getting wet. Our crew installed a cleanspace system with a smart sump and SaniDry Sedona. 

This homes crawlspace was difficult to maneuver. its old fiberglass insulation was hanging low and in tatters. From our inspection we saw this was due to water weight in the insulation as well as critters pulling it apart to burrow into. The homeowners opted to do our crawlspace encapsulation to ensure this space remains dry and healthy. 

When a family member has asthma, air quality becomes a big concern. This family had worked to create a healthy space in their home, but knew to truly make the space healthier they needed some below grade work. Their crawlspace needed a new vapor barrier every two years as humidity issues would seep through and cause mold growth to occur. While they were on top of treating this, it was a lot of upkeep. To find a long term solution they reached out to John's Waterproofing. We did a full encapsulation, radon mitigation, and the homeowners purchased an Aspen air purifier. Even though the project was only completed a few weeks ago, they have called to say they can already tell that the new system has made a positive change!