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Dampness in the crawl space can be a concern. If left unattended to, it can lead to mold and mildew, and even progress to major structural issues. For help, the owners of the home contacted John's Waterproofing so they could schedule their free inspection. After the inspection the design specialist went over their findings and walked through the repair plan to get this home cared for. To begin we removed the old fiberglass, debris, and vapor barrier. We than installed a drain system to wrap around the interior perimeter of the space. Groundwater collects in this and is able to move to the lowest point of the crawl space. From there, the water enters a TripleSafe sump pump and is directed away from the homes foundation. Over this we install our TerraBlock insulation, and we seal the vents shut. Next we bring in CleanSpace. This is a vapor barrier with a fiber woven throughout it, making it very durable. This is wrapped and sealed into the crawl space, keeping exterior factors away so we can control the spaces environment. To assist with controlling the environment we install a SaniDry dehumidifier, and apply spray foam insulation along the foundation walls. Now this owner won't have to worry about dampness, and their crawl space can be dry and healthy. 

This homeowner wanted to have their old vapor barrier replaced. They knew it was suffering from being chewed on, and they had a critter issue. The space smelled bad and it was wafting up into their living spaces. Looking for an encapsulation, they called upon John's Waterproofing. We did a full inspection and went over their options, crafting a solution to fit their needs. 

To begin we removed the old vapor barrier and general debris. We then sealed shut the spaces vents. A full interior drain system was then installed, this will ensure water can travel, uninhibited, to the lowest point of the crawl space, where a new UltraSump Plus pump will sent the water away from the homes foundation. TerraBlock insulation was then laid over the dirt, and CleanSpace installed over this. CleanSpace has a woven fiber through it which deters critters from chewing it, and has a 25 year warranty against rips and tears. Spray Foam is applied to the foundation walls to insulate and air seal, and we finished by installing a SaniDry dehumidifier. The homeowner is so happy with how clean and bright the space is and is happy to note that is smells way better already. 

This home would accumulate inches of water when the rains came along. They had a 6 Mil vapor barrier, but this just had the water rise up over it, and stand stagnant until it could drain again. The owners knew this wasn't healthy for their home, so they called up John's Waterproofing. After a full inspection, the system design specialist sat down with the homeowner and went over options, crafting a repair plan for them. 

To begin we pulled out the old mud-encased vapor barrier and general debris. There was strips of old fiberglass still present, these were pulled out as well. We then installed a full interior drain system in a silt sock. This will collect the groundwater and allow it to travel to the lowest point of the space. Here an UltraSump Plus with a battery back up was installed. This will pump the water safely away from the homes foundation. The homeowners experience semi-frequent power outages, so the battery back up was high on their priority list. We then laid down a new 6 Mil vapor barrier, overlapping the edges and running it up the walls. This will help it stay in place so it can last longer. 

When the floors bounce in the home, some structural work can help. This homeowner called up John's Waterproofing for their free inspection and joined the design specialist under the home. We found one of the wooden beams was squishy, and most of the wooden posts were either rotting or floating above their footings. Some serious moisture issues were occurring, and had been occurring for a prolonged amount of time. To begin we replaced the wooden beam with a steel beam, we then replaced 25 wooden posts with SmartJacks. These will not rot or mold, and will re-stabilize the living spaces, eliminating the bounce that was occurring. The homeowner then wanted their 6 Mil vapor barrier replaced and a small upgrade. So we installed a drainage system, TripleSafe sump pump, and a new 6 Mil vapor barrier.