Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

In Newburgh, IN, a family wished to have an access well to the crawl space that was located outside their home. The old entryway was not insulated, causing any weather conditions outside, to enter the crawl space. If one of the family members needed to enter the crawl space from the outside, it was a bit difficult due to the tight entryway. If your crawl space entrance is below the ground outside, it likely lets in air and collects water and debris, but this can be fixed!

The Turtl access well combines a secure crawl space door and access that has no leaky joints. Since it is made from rigid plastic, the Turtl will never rot or corrode. An added benefit of the Turtl is that it is secure and lockable. The Turtl is clean and dry, secure and lockable, and looks great from the outside. Once the Turtl access well is installed for the family, it will provide accessibility and security for the home. 

Healthy Spaces received a call from a homeowner in Utica, Kentucky, who was having drainage issues. Water was collecting and then running into a single collection spot in the corner of his crawl space. He was interested in encapsulating the space to prevent future flooding and moisture from happening again. Moisture and humidity were present for a while, resulting in mold growth on organic surfaces such as the wooden beams of the crawl space. If mold is left untreated, it could lead to negative impacts on one's health. Studies have shown that prolonged exposure to mold can cause asthma. 

The crawl space needed an effective drainage system that would leave the crawl space dry, such as a dimpled polyethylene membrane. The dimples allow water to flow to a sump while protecting the CleanSpace that is installed on top. CleanSpace is always paired with dimpled matting for added protection against rubble or dirt and proper draining. CleanSpace has an antimicrobial additive manufactured into the material which prevents mold growth on the liner. The liner is secured on the floor and walls, to keep outside moisture/air from escaping into the space. Once the encapsulation project was completed, the homeowner was stunned by not only the physical transformation but the peace of mind of knowing that his health wouldn't be at risk from mold. 

A homeowner located in Oakland City, IN was concerned about spiders in the crawl space and wanted an inspection and solution to this problem.  When spiders and other critters are spotted in a crawl space, this would conclude that humidity and outside air are entering the crawl space.  Spiders love damp crawl spaces since other bugs are found there for them to prey on. When a spider is present, it is suspected that there are other critters around.  These critters will eventually work their way up to the floor above the crawl space for more room to roam around in.  This would not be an ideal situation for any healthy home. 

The first solution for discarding unwanted critters would be to start with the openings inside the crawl space.  If there were any open vents in the crawl space, they needed to be sealed. A CleanSpace liner is used to cover the ground and sides of the floor.  A smart sump pump is installed to pump away water.  A SaniDry Sedona is used to dehumidify the crawl space and allow dry air to be present.  Living critters are not attracted to dry air, which would make living conditions unbearable.  Once the crawl space contained tools necessary for making sure spiders and other critters would not enter again, it reassured the homeowner that entering the crawl space would be safe in the future. 

To improve the future health of the crawl space in Vincennes, IN, a homeowner wanted to have the crawl space inspected. A concern from the homeowner was the lack of dry airflow and moisture spots appearing in parts of the crawl space. Air, including humid air, moves easily in and out of spaces, in addition, air brings its moisture content with it wherever it goes. If a crawl space is left uninspected with open spaces, then water, critters or insects, mold, and even unwelcomed guests could inhibit the area beneath your home! The homeowner was determined to make sure the crawl space was closed off to any outside pests.

What is the best solution to protect the entire crawl space from outside air? CleanSpace! CleanSpace is a bright white pool-like liner that is installed on the floor and walls to seal any openings in the crawl space. A SaniDry Sedona was also placed into the crawl space. The Sanidry Sedona is an anti-mold solution because this dehumidifier takes up to 100 pints of water per day out of the crawl space while using the same energy as a 40-pint dehumidifier. They took the future health of this crawl space into action and will further save money.

A crawl space in Leitchfield, KY, had wet floors with no plastic sheets laid throughout the space. This caused the family to reach out about their concerns. Crawl spaces need to be protected from any outside air that could potentially cause humidity or water to enter the crawl space. This can invite critters or mold to enter. If the crawl space is turned into an “inside” environment rather than an “outdoor” environment, then a dry airflow will be constant. To protect the crawl space from future issues, it would need to close all cracks in the space that have light entering in.

To create a peaceful mindset for the family about the health of their home, CleanSpace was laid out on the floors and walls. CleanSpace is a 20-mil thick plastic liner that completely seals off crawl space from the earth. A bonus to installing CleanSpace is that the crawl space can be used as storage if needed. A SaniDry Sedona was hooked up to create an ongoing dry airflow throughout the crawl space. A SmartSump Pump is put in to pump out water that is beneath the CleanSpace and wherever else, outside. The family felt reassured that their home would be a space to continue thriving in and having extra storage space was a plus!