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Amy C. in New Baltimore, Michigan contacted HomeSpec because she knew she had problems in her crawl space. The floors above would sag which indicated that she needed better support. The old insulation and vapor barrier were failing to do their jobs, so they needed to be upgraded as well to keep out moisture and cold air.
Project manager Chris Baltovich conducted an inspection of the crawl space and developed a plan for repair. Soon after Amy approved, foreman Jon Davis and his crew got to work. They encapsulated the crawl space with the CleanSpace System to seal off from moisture, air leaks, and water intrusion. Brand new vent covers were also installed. A SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier was installed to manage the humidity and maintain it at a healthy 55%.
To solve the support issues, our SmartJack Support Posts were installed to level and stabilize the foundation. To prevent further settlement, these are installed on a sturdy base for a permanent solution.
Amy was so pleased with the crew and so happy with her dry, clean and healthy crawl space!
A clear distinction of a crawl space before and after appropriate encapsulation. Before, the dirt crawl space was unappealing, with debris thrown about, signs of decay settling into support beams, and bricks used as makeshift supports. Afterwards a proper crawl space encapsulation was done using our CleanSpace system. A 20 mil-thick-liner that's manufactured in a 7-layer blend of high- and low-density polyethylene to ensure both durability and flexibility. A special antimicrobial additive ensures that the material rot and mold proof, while waterproofing the crawl space. We also used our SmartJack support system as a custom fit adjustable solution to replace the makeshift brick supports and ensure long-term stability.
The crawl space below this business in Richmond, Michigan was experiencing water issues, so the owners called HomeSpec. Water was leaking in at multiple walls and pooling on the floor. A musty smell could sometimes be caught in the store above.
To combat this issue, our crawl space experts decided a full waterproofing and encapsulation system would be best. In order to waterproof, a sump pump, dehumidifier, and perimeter drainage system was needed. Then the area was encapsulated with a vapor barrier. Now the store owners are so excited to have extra space for their business and not have to worry about their goods getting water damaged!
Our team installed an interior drainage system and encapsulated a crawl space in Goodells.
Stephanie K. used her small 7' x 7' crawl space as a storage space, like many other people. It was already equipped with a sump pump, but the old brick walls would occasionally leak. Belongings were getting ruined and it was starting to smell musty, so she contacted HomeSpec to propose a plan for repairs.
Our specialists recommended encapsulating the crawl space to seal off the walls and floor from moisture and water vapor. Stephanie was excited about the plan and the crew got to work. They installed the CleanSpace Vapor Barrier to get the job done. This is antimicrobial and made of inorganic material to prevent mold growth while keeping the crawl space dry and clean.
Stephanie was very happy with the results and immediately noticed the disappearance of the musty smells. Now she has a healthy crawl space safe to store all of her belongings!