Crawl Space Waterproofing
Roughly 60% of the breathable air in the home is circulated through the home’s crawl space. When a home’s crawl space is constantly exposed to moisture, it deteriorates, creating the perfect environment for mildew, bacteria, and mites to thrive. Crawl space mitigation is strongly suggested under these circumstances.
Indications crawl space waterproofing is necessary:
- Damp and deteriorating crawl space insulation
- Wet areas or standing water on crawl space floor
- Moldy smell or areas of visible mold growth
- Decaying or rotting wood in the crawl space
- Rusty metal surfaces
- Open vents in the crawl space
- Rodent or insect pests in the crawl space
Crawl Space Water Mitigation Techniques
Mitigating a water problem in the crawlspace begins with controlling the moisture to protect the family from mildew and mold. Crawl space waterproofing services and methods are proven to be successful with these crawl space issues.
Vapor Barriers
Install vapor barriers provide a physical barrier that keeps moisture or water within the home’s crawl space from leaking into the home. These vapor barriers help prevent mildew or mold from growing on the ground of the crawl space that is eventually infiltrating the air in the ventilation system.
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Installation of crawl space encapsulation helps to separate the outside elements from the home’s crawl space. By sealing all the vents and doors with a vapor barrier will help keep the water and moisture from entering the crawl space through the wall cracks or floor.
