Photo Album: A Flooded Crawl Space Solution in Goldsboro, NC

After discovering standing water in the crawl space and draining it on their own, a Goldsboro, NC homeowner contacted us for a free estimate. The homeowner was concerned that the standing water could cause structural damage and create an environment for mold growth if it was not removed. They wanted to ensure the area was dry and safe for their family. Our crawl space waterproofing experts Josh T. assessed the crawl space both inside and outside to determine the problem and provide a permanent solution. First thing Josh noticed when inspecting the crawl space was standing water in a flower bed in front of the home. Josh knew that the stagnant water was a sign that water was seeping into the crawl space from the outside. He then checked for any other signs of water infiltration, such as discolored walls or floors, musty odors, or visible water damage. When inspecting the interior crawl space, Josh discovered standing water at different points. He also discovered damp insulation falling from the ceiling due to high moisture and humidity levels. He also noticed that the ground was saturated and the walls were damp, both of which were consistent with water infiltration. Additionally, Josh saw mold and mildew in the crawl space, further indicating that water was entering from the outside. Josh discussed his findings with the homeowner once he completed his thorough inspection, and recommended a solution that would permanently fix these issues. The homeowner was confident that Southeast Foundation and Crawl Space Repair were the experts for the job and decided to accept Josh's recommendation. To solve these problems, the crew first removed all the wet and damaged debris. The crawl space walls were lined with our CleanSpace vapor barrier system to block seepage from leaking through the walls and into the crawl space. A SmartSump pump system was installed to remove water from the space and out of the home through an exterior discharge line. The CleanSpace vapor barrier was then applied throughout the crawl space floor to ensure groundwater seepage would not evaporate into the air. To ensure the air is dry and humidity levels are low, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was also installed. The SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier works in harmony with the SmartSump pump system and CleanSpace vapor barrier to protect the crawl space from dampness and humidity. The presence of water in a crawl space encourages the growth of mold and mildew. Getting water into the crawl space can cause structural damage, wood rot, and other problems. A flooded crawl space needs to be fixed as soon as possible, as the longer the water remains, the more damage it can do! If your crawl space is wet, we can solve your problems just like we did for this homeowner! Schedule a FREE estimate with us today!