Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

This homes crawl space was mess when the owners glanced under their home. They discovered that the old fiberglass was drooping and falling from the subfloor. The old vapor barrier was a mess of tears and had shifted out of a place a good amount. It was musty and damp and the owners of the home wanted to know what they could do to help. To get to the root of the issue and protect their home, they decided to contact John's Waterproofing about encapsulation. They were excited to keep their crawl space dry, stable, and healthy all year round. We installed a full drain system, sump pump, TerraBlock, CleanSpace, SaniDry dehumidifier, and Spray Foam insulation. 

These homeowners were looking to upgrade their crawl space to create additional storage in their home and gave us a call for a free visit. We went out and thoroughly inspected the crawl space and then met up with the homeowners to work on a plan that will help create a stable and healthy environment for them to have peace of mind about their crawl space. The homeowners then signed the estimate and we began this project. We start by removing all of the debris, fiberglass insulation and old vapor barrier. Since there was not much water, we install our SmartDrain system that will alert the homeowner of a possible plumbing leak with an audible alarm and will drain the leak into a drywell underneath the CleanSpace. We then cover all of the vents and seal them shut to prevent outside air from entering. Next, we install our TerraBlock system directly onto the dirt floor of the crawl space and this creates an insulated barrier between the home and the earth that will block any moisture from making its way up. We anchor our 20 mil thick CleanSpace system into the foundation walls, between the footing and wooden posts and over top of the TerraBlock system and this is sealed with our heavy duty CleanSpace tape. To keep the environment controlled we install our SaniDry Sedona. This is our powerful and highly effective dehumidifier that will eliminate damp and musty odors while drying and filtering the air. It will also keep the home at a healthy relative humidity, improving overall indoor air quality. Lastly we install our spray foam insulation directly onto the foundation walls up to the rim joists, filling every crack and void, ensuring a complete airtight seal and no air leaks. With this full encapsulation, these homeowners can be sure their home is protected for years to come and they can now use this clean, healthy and stable crawl space as extra storage. 

This homes crawl space was not in the best condition. The old fiberglass was drooping and smelled bad. The below vapor barrier had debris over it and had a few puddles littered across it, adding to the damp odor of the space. To get the area into good shape and protect it against water damage, the owners decided they would like a full encapsulation. We removed the old vapor barrier, debris, and fiberglass. We then installed a drain system and sump pump to address the groundwater issue. TerraBlock insulation was laid over the dirt floor and CleanSpace installed over the top of this. We than installed a SaniDry dehumidifier which will keep the spaces relative humidity at a healthy range. To finish we applied spray foam insulation along the foundation walls. Now this crawl space will remain dry and healthy all year round. 

A common frustration that homeowners experience, is cold floors above their crawl space and high heating and cooling costs. This is caused by inadequate subfloor insulation, as well as crawl spaces that are not properly sealed, allowing cold air to enter. The best way to prevent heat loss through your flooring, is to fully encapsulate your crawl space. This means sealing the space entirely, to achieve an air-tight seal, as well as the installation of top-to-bottom professional-grade insulation inside of the crawl space. To ensure a safe air quality inside of the space, as well as inside of your home, a heavy-duty dehumidifier is installed to clean, and remove moisture, allergens, and toxins from the air. These machines run 24/7, saving homeowners time, and providing peace of mind. Our Design Specialists thoroughly inspect each crawl space prior to encapsulation, to find all evidence of past water intrusion. Depending on the existence, and level of water intrusion and damage, our Specialists determine if installation of drainage components is necessary, and if so, they recommend the most suitable system tailored to the needs of each individual crawl space. After a crawl space is encapsulated, it will remain dry, healthy, and stable for years to come. Because our encapsulation materials are so durable, your formerly dirty and non-protected crawl space, will be transformed into a bright, welcoming area that can be safely used for dry storage. A fully encapsulated crawl space saves homeowners up to 40% per year on heating and cooling costs, and creates a controlled, and healthier environment inside of your home.  Our waterproofing experts work diligently, and with a high attention to detail, to install all encapsulation materials with the highest level of professionalism to ensure effectiveness. With over 50 years in the waterproofing industry, John's employs the best of the best, equipped with the knowledge and experience necessary to provide WOW service to every single customer! 

Did you know that 40% of the air inside of your home comes from your crawl space? This is why it is of paramount importance that crawl spaces are kept clean, dry, and rodent-free. When crawl spaces are neglected, they can quickly become nasty breeding grounds for mold, rot, and rodents - the particles and smells of all these contaminants seeping into your home daily. Damage caused by standing water can also cause catastrophic structural damage to your home. Once mold and rot have taken root, costs related to returning structural integrity to your home can become exceedingly high and labor-intensive. Additionally, a rodent infestation beneath your home is both nasty, and difficult to mediate, often leading to infestations inside of your home as well. When mold, rot, and rodents are allowed to run rampant in crawl spaces, the quality of the air in your home becomes very unhealthy for your loved ones. The best way to prevent these serious issues from occurring, is to encapsulate your crawl space, which means creating an air-tight seal inside of the space, using high-quality components installed by the waterproofing experts.

To begin helping this home, our crew removed the old vapor barrier, debris, and fiberglass insulation. We than place a drain system along the interior perimeter of the crawl space. Next, we equip the space with a sump pump, to match the exact needs of the space. After sump pump installation, all water intrusion will be immediately expelled away from the home via an underground discharge line. A layer of TerraBlock insulation is fit along the dirt floor and we install CleanSpace overtop, sealing this into the crawl space. To ensure a safe humidity level at all times, we install a SaniDry dehumidifier. The style of dehumidifier is selected based on the exact needs of the space. All exterior vents are then sealed with rigid plastic covers, preventing rodents and debris from entering the space. Our crew also replaces the original access door with an EverLast Access Door, which is air-tight and leaves no gaps along the edges when shut. Our EverLast Doors offer superior durability, and will never rot or discolor. Finally, to seal every crevice and void along the foundation walls inside of the crawl space, our Spray Foam installation experts arrive, to spray this permanent, highly effective insulation onto the walls. This advanced level of insulation acts as an air, thermal, moisture, and vapor barrier, and has the potential to save homeowners up to 40% per year on energy costs. Encapsulated crawl spaces not only transform the area beneath your home into a clean, dry space - they also ensure that the health of your loved ones is protected everyday, and that the structural stability of your home never suffers due to water damage. After over 50 years in the waterproofing industry, the crew members here at John's are true experts in their field, and take great pride in keeping homes dry, stable, and healthy.