Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

If you have water in your crawl space, then there is a good chance that the space is not sealed properly. In Lawrenceville, IL a homeowner noticed water puddles after heavy rainfall in the crawl space, along with humidity rising to the rest of the home. Because it was humid and water sat on the floor, it became a party house for mold. The homeowner was eager to create a space that will not only be mold-free but will save him money in the long run! 

When it comes to encapsulating a crawl space, it is the most energy-efficient solution for the home. Drainage matting was put in before the CleanSpace for extra support and it will allow water to flow toward the sump pump. CleanSpace has multiple layers of plastics with different characteristics of flexibility and puncture and tear-resistant. It has an anti-microbial additive that prevents mold growth on the liner. Once encapsulation was completed, the homeowner was left in awe!

Putting home repair needs in the back of your mind will not only save you money but the health of you and your home. A homeowner in Tennyson, IN had a complication with their old sump pump that failed, causing the crawl space to be wet after a rainstorm. A few months went by and mold started to form thanks to the humidity in the atmosphere of the space. The homeowner was not aware of the issue until Humidity began to affect his bedroom and which caused concern. Healthy Spaces took action and encapsulated the crawl space!

CleanSpace drainage matting is rested directly on the crawl space floor to give water flooding into your crawl space a channel underneath your crawl space liner. This will direct water flow toward the sump pump system. Next, the bright, white liner called CleanSpace is secured on the walls and floor of the space. It will never support mildew or mold growth on its surface, making it possible to convert your crawl space into a usable storage area. To create a constant dry airflow throughout the area, the SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier is hooked up to carry any water vapor to the SmartSump pump. Once the moisture barrier was protected, the homeowner inspected the new transformation with a grin on his face. We love seeing happy customers! 

A homeowner in Bremen, Kentucky had noticed for some time that his foundation was settling. There were cracks on the outside of the home's foundation which indicated that it needed a permanent solution to stop the process from further damage to the home. What had caused the foundation to crack was the moisture in the wooden beams that held the floor up. One of the columns had thin wooden boards stuffed to keep the floor partly stable. The crawl space needed the foundation lifted and encapsulated. 

One SmartJack was used to replace the concrete blocks and wooden boards that previously attempted to hold the foundation.  Next, the CleanSpace and drainage matting combination is set to be completed. The drainage matting will catch water from the ground and store it in the dimples to prevent the CleanSpace that is installed on top from bubbling and flooding underneath. The water that does come through the dirt ground will be carried to the SmartSump. Once the home was stabilized and encapsulated, the homeowner was elated by the transformation. 

Homeowners in Hanson, KY, purchased their home over 10 years ago. They recently began to renovate their home when they discovered that their floors were creaking and were beginning to sag. They were afraid that the issue would get worse, so they decided to contact Healthy Spaces. 

Upon inspection, our Design Specialist, Damon, found high humidity which was causing the deterioration of the floor joists in the crawl space. The weakened girders and floor joists are unable to continue supporting the weight above, and the floor above the crawl space becomes bouncy, soft, and may begin to sag. 

Tad and his crew installed several SmartJacks in the crawl space. SmartJacks are used to permanently lifts and stabilizes existing beams and floor joists in the crawl space. Steel columns are secured to the beams or joists. Heavy-duty rods allow for adjustment and a custom fit for each SmartJack System installed. 

In Evansville, IN, the home was for sale, but when the inspection report was completed, it was reported that water was finding its way inside the crawl space through the entry door located outside. The panel was not secured in a way, resulting in water being able to seep through the sides. For the home to complete the inspection test, this would need to be taken care of. The realtor reached out to Healthy Spaces to handle the issue!

The old plywood panel that was used needed to be discarded and replaced with the EverLast Panel. The EverLast Panel is all plastic, so it will not rot, warp, or need paint. Knobs screw into the anchors in the wall and draw the door tight against weather stripping to seal off outside air. Once the job was completed, the realtor was able to sell the home!