Home Health Photo Album: Does Your Crawl Space Look Like This? Encapsulate It! - Bremerton, WA

This homeowner found that there were water issues in their crawl space and didn't know where to begin to deal with it. Unsure of the negative effects, they contacted John's Waterproofing about their options and how to resolve the water issues. We informed the homeowners that if water is puddling in the crawl space it can cause mold to grow and the wooden posts supporting your home to rot. The best long-term solution to stopping water from getting into your crawl space is by encapsulating it. To begin the encapsulation process, first we need to install a drainage system. This involves laying a perforated pipe along the interior perimeter of the space and connecting it to a sump pump. These two systems work together to collect any water that tries to enter and can safely push it out and away from the homes foundation so the crawl space can remain dry. Then, we install TerraBlock. This is a 3/4 in. thick insulation foam that seals the crawl space off from the earth. It helps for the home to become more energy efficient by sealing the space from the outside air so that your homes heating/cooling systems don't have to work as hard to keep up. Next, we install a CleanSpace vapor barrier. This 20 mil thick liner is made with woven fibers that protect against water from being able to seep over. It is backed by a 25 year warranty against rips and tears. We install the CleanSpace on the base of the crawl space, up the foundation walls, and between the footing and wooden posts to isolate and protect everything from water damage. A SaniDry dehumidifier is installed that works to pull moisture and particles out of the air so the space can stay healthy and the humidity can't increase. Finally, we apply Spray Foam along the foundation walls to insulate and air seal the space. Now, this homeowner won't have to worry about water flooding in their crawl space and can enjoy all the benefits of a dry and healthy home.