Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Solutions for a Damp Crawl Space in Linden, NC

Keith contacted Southeast Foundation and Crawl Space Repair concerned with moisture problems in the crawl space of his home in Linden, NC. Inspector Justin met with Keith to go over the crawl space to find the best solutions for his problems. Justin found that the crawl space issues were coming from having no vapor barrier in spots and a plastic liner that did not completely seal the crawl space. The best solution would be to encapsulate the crawl space with the CleanSpace Crawl Space Encapsulation System. We use a 20 mil liner and go 1 foot up the foundation walls. Along with adding a Sedona Dehumidifier and a Smart Sump sump pump system, we are able to keep the crawl space free of moisture and lower the humidity to under 55% in which mold and mildew cannot thrive. Keith is thrilled with the work Southeast Foundation and Crawl Space Repair did to protect his home for many years to come.

Vapor Barrier that Allowed Moisture

Before- The old vapor barrier system allowed moisture into the crawl space that caused high humidity.

Encapsulating the Crawl Space

By encapsulating the crawl space with the CleanSpace Crawl Space Encapsulation System, Southeast Foundation and Crawl Space Repair is able to lower humidity by removing the moisture in the crawl space. By doing so we are able to achieve a humidity less than 55% in which mold and mildew cannot thrive.

Sedona Dehumidifier

By installing a Sedona Dehumidifier in the crawl space of this home, we are able to lower the high humidity and get rid of musty odors.

Improved Air Quality

With the installation of the encapsulation system, the homeowner can expect to have improved air quality since more than 50% of the first-floor air comes from the crawl space. With less moisture and humidity things like mold and mildew cannot thrive making the home healthier.

The Smart Sump Pump Pump System

The Smart Sump Pump System is used in the crawl space of the home with an encapsulation system to ensure that water intrusion and moisture is able to exit the crawl space instead of lingering.

Comfort to your Feet

Encapsulating the crawl space regulates the temperature of the crawl space along with improving the temperature of hardwood and tile flooring in the above spaces.

Prevents Mold and Mildew

Mold and mildew are able to rise with a relative humidity of more than 55%. By encapsulating the crawl space we are able to lower the relative humidity under 55% so that mold and mildew cannot thrive.

Wrapping the Piers

The encapsulation system utilizes a special tape that we are able to wrap the piers and up the foundation walls along with sealing the seams. This means that water from the Earth's ground cannot enter into the crawl space.

SilverGlo Insulation Panels

SilverGlo Insulation Panels shed water instead of soaking it up like cellulose and fiberglass insulation.

Saving Energy

Encapsulating the crawl space helps lower the homeowner's electrical cost by helping the HVAC system work less.

Prevent Wood Rot

Mold growth and wood rot are the two most common issues in a crawl space. Having moisture higher than 20% in the wood will over time rot and decay, causing potentially thousands of dollars in property damage. By having the crawl space encapsulated we are able to lower the moisture in the wood to where it will not start to break down.

Prevent Pest Population in the Crawl Space

Pest, insects, and termites can thrive in an open crawl space. By having the crawl space encapsulated, Southeast Foundation and Crawl Space Repair can shield the home against these invaders. When installed correctly an encapsulation system can seal the crawl space from allowing these pests to enter along with cutting off access to moisture and food that they need to survive.