Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Foundation and Crawl Space Issues Repaired in Bolivia, NC
In Bolivia, NC, a home inspection revealed a couple of problems that needed to be addressed before a potential property purchase could be finalized. The buyer contacted our office for a free crawl space and foundation repair estimate. A comprehensive assessment was provided by crawl space and foundation repair expert Jeremie Gunn. With the expert advice and guidance of Jeremie, the buyer made an informed decision about their potential property purchase. He addressed the issues revealed by the home inspection and recommended the most effective repair solution.
Upon inspection, the crawl space was found to have high moisture levels, weakened support posts, and an entry door damaged from moisture and humidity. The weakened support posts resulted in the floors above to sag and have a "bouncy" effect. In agreement with Jeremie's recommendations to fix these issues, the customer was confident Southeast Foundation and Crawl Space Repair was the right choice for the job. It was recommended by Jeremie to install SilverGlo crawl space wall insulation, to prevent moisture from evaporating into the air, to install our CleanSpace vapor barrier over the SilverGlo, around the crawl space piers, and throughout the crawl space floor. To provide adequate stabilization and support, the crew installed a steel supplemental beam with SmartJack support posts. The steel supplemental beam and SmartJack support posts provide additional structural support to the floor joists and prevent them from sagging or collapsing. The SaniDry Seonda helps to reduce humidity levels in the crawl space, thus preventing mold and mildew growth. The custom crawl space door helps to keep out pests and other outdoor elements from entering the crawl space.
After the project was completed, the customer was thrilled to know they could buy the home and not have to worry about crawl spaces or foundation issues! The project had addressed any potential issues that could arise with the home's foundation and crawl spaces, which the customer was relieved to hear. This meant they could purchase the home with peace of mind, knowing that any potential issues had been taken care of.
Permanent Stabilization
SmartJack support posts are the solution to sagging, bouncy floors above a crawl space. Each SmartJack post rests on a precast concrete pad that is set on a base of compacted stone. This engineered structural system won't settle like masonry piers can; nor will it rot or shift like a wood post.
Crawl Space Repair Products
SmartJack support posts, CleanSpace vapor barrier, SilverGlo crawl space wall insulation.
Crawl Space Moisture Control
With the SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, it offers automatic drainage. Automatic drainage means no messy water tray to empty. Water drains automatically to a sump pump or condensate pump.
Inadequate Support Posts
Sagging floors above your crawl space indicate a serious structural problem that will worsen over time. These conditions can make floors unsafe, while also causing unsightly cracks in wallboard and beneath baseboard molding.
Energy Wasting Crawl Space
Dirt, vented crawl spaces are a source of so many problems.