Healthy Spaces Before & After Photos

Haubstadt, IN, had been receiving a good amount of rain, causing a homeowner to reach out to us regarding still water on the crawl space ground. The water mixed with humidity had caused mold spores to spread on the wooden beams of the ceiling. If this is not taken care of soon, then the mold can eventually spread to the home's rooms and cause allergies for the homeowners. To prevent mold from spreading, water needs to be eliminated from the crawl space's floor. The homeowner was ready to take the next step of creating a healthy home. 

To eliminate the mold, there needs to be a system set in place for water to leave the crawl space. A SmartSump was the best solution! The SmartSump includes a quality, sturdy cast iron pump that lasts longer than plastic pumps. CleanSpace is laid across the crawl space to completely seal off the space from the outdoor air. This will create an "indoor" environment that makes it safe to store items in the crawl space. Once the space is sealed and mold remediation is performed, the SaniDry Sedona is hooked up to create a constant dry airflow throughout the space. The homeowner was pleased to find a bright clean space that was mold-free. 

Mold is a common issue with untreated crawl spaces. Whenever the crawl space is not properly sealed, such as in a Birdseye, IN home, mold can irritate homeowners with asthma or allergies. Long exposure to mold can cause asthma in someone who never had it before. There was standing water in the crawl space and humidity lingered in the air. The water needed to be controlled while humidity needed to be banished by creating a dry airflow. The homeowner was ready to remove any mold in the crawl space in hopes of protecting their health. To seal the crawl space away from outdoor air, CleanSpace is laid across the floor. CleanSpace is a 20 mil liner with an antimicrobial additive manufactured into the material, preventing mold growth on the liner. This is odorless and safe. All mold was scrubbed and sprayed away through mold remediation. To prevent water from having the ability to remain on the ground, CleanSpace acts as a protective layer that not only keeps the crawl space protected from water vapor, but it will direct any water flow from the ground, towards the SmartSump. The SmartSump will continue to pump out water away from the home. The SaniDry Sedona is the best solution for dehumidifying the space. It creates a constant dry airflow and will empty any water vapor outdoors. 

A homeowner in Junction, IL, reached out to us regarding his leaking basement. The basement was used as extra storage space. After heavy rainfall, the homeowner noticed that the basement started leaking water through the walls and sat on the basement floor. This action caused the space to leave a musty smell and worries that the basement would be unsafe for more storage if it isn't repaired soon. The basement would need waterproofing done along with something to permanently stabilize the walls that seemed to bow due to the soil being moved during the rainfall. 

The basement walls were covered using CleanSpace. When CleanSpace is put on the walls, it will prevent water vapor from escaping into the environment, causing humidity or mold. If any water finds its way inside, it will be directed towards the WaterGuard system that is put in the ground below. The Water Guard system will direct the water to the UltraSump pump that will empty the water out and away from the home. Once the waterproofing system is completed, the walls are permanently straightened using the PowerBrace System. This will prevent any soil outside the home from creating a bowing wall in the basement. 

A church in Mount Vernon, IN, needed a sump pump replacement. Someone from the church had reached out to us in hopes of purchasing a Zoeller pump that would last much longer compared to the plastic one that was currently in use. During heavy rainfall, the old sump pump that was in use, could not keep up with the amount of water coming in, causing small puddles to form on the ground of the basement. The pump needs to be replaced with a reliable cast-iron pump in case of a plumbing leak. A pump transformation was underway!

The UltraSump pump was the best option to be installed in the basement. The UltraSump is made up of the sump liner on the outside, that has holes all over to accept water directly from the ground. An airtight sump lid prevents water from evaporating into your basement, to stop stuff from falling and clogging the pump. A floor drain in the sump lid is included if the basement were to ever flood, there would be a hole for the water to escape to. A pump stand is placed inside the sump liner to elevate the pump above the bottom of the sump liner, allowing sediment, mud, and debris, to settle to the bottom without clogging or otherwise affecting the pump. In case the sump pump would ever fails or if the basement was in danger of flooding, a pump alarm is fastened on top of the airtight lid. A battery-powered alarm that sounds automatically when the water reaches a level above the point where the pump should normally turn on is essential. With the new sump pump being installed, the church will now be dry, even on rainy days. 

A couple's home was built in December, located in Boonville, IN, where moisture and condensation were the main concerns.  To fix moisture in a crawlspace, a SmartSump pump, CleanSpace, Silverglo, and SaniDry are installed.  An important tip to remember is that if the light is visible in a crawl space, then outside air is leaking in. The Sump pump will get rid of any water that is found in the crawlspace. Silverglo paneling has tiny graphite particles in its foam insulation to give it a silver/gray shine.  These particles reflect heat and lower the material's conductivity and result in energy savings. CleanSpace is laid out to protect the crawlspace from outside air leaks. The SaniDry Crawl Space Air System is situated to filter air and dehumidify at a high-efficiency rate. The couple will now have peace of mind knowing that they have a permanent solution to having a healthier living environment for their family.