John's Waterproofing

Spray foam insulation is one of the best decisions a homeowner can make for their home. Not only does it help with keeping a home comfortable and dry, but it will help save money on energy bills. Spray foam is simply the most cost effective way to improve the homes energy efficiency. The install process allows the foam to be sprayed into every crack and void that is usually missed with traditional fiberglass insulation, increasing effectiveness and performance. These homeowners were noticing a rise in their energy bills and reached out to John's in hopes of helping lower costs and upgrading their crawl space. After our system design specialist went out to perform a free inspection, he met with the homeowners to go over options and they moved forward with the proposed repair plan. To start this project, we removed all the debris, old fiberglass insulation, and damaged vapor barrier. Due to the warmer atmosphere of the area, this home did not experience ground water issues, but more humidity issues that occurred during the warm summer, so the home did not need drainage. We install our TerraBlock system, which goes directly on the dirt floor to create an insulated barrier between the home and the earth. On top of the TerraBlock, we install our CleanSpace vapor barrier. This goes all along the foundation walls, up to the rim joist and is sealed with our waterproof tape at the footing of the wooden posts. In this process, we cover all of the vents to make sure no outside air enters. To control the environment, we then install our SaniDry Sedona. This effective dehumidifier will eliminate damp, musty odors by drying and filtering the air. It will also keep the environment at a healthy relative humidity. Lastly, we install our foam insulation. This is sprayed all along the foundation walls, up to the rim joists, ensuring a complete airtight seal. With this crawl space fully sealed and protected with our encapsulation, these homeowners will see their energy costs lower. 

Water damage is every homeowners biggest nightmare. It can cause the wooden posts supporting your home to rot, increases exposure to mold growth, and structural damage can cost homeowners thousands. Good thing at John's Waterproofing our encapsulation process helps to keep your crawl spaces dry and healthy so that water can't cause any damage. The most important step in the encapsulation system is removing everything in the crawl space that has been water damaged. Usually that means we are taking out falling fiberglass insulation and the destroyed vapor barrier. Once everything is cleared out, we can install a proper drainage system. We dig a trench along the interior perimeter of the crawl space and lay a perforated pipe. This pipe can collect any water that tries to enter and offers it a safe passageway to a drain. For this encapsulation we installed a SmartDrain to collect the water from the pipe and send it away from the homes foundation. This system helps to keep the crawl space dry and avoid standing water. Afterwards, we install TerraBlock along the entire base of the space. This is a thick insulation foam that seals the earth from the house. It helps insulate and promotes energy efficiency because it regulates the environment. Next, a CleanSpace vapor barrier is installed on the base, up the foundation walls, and between the footing and wooden posts to isolate and protect. This vapor barrier differs from code regulated barriers because instead of only being 6 mil thin, it is 20 mil thick. It helps keep water from seeping over top and getting into the crawl space. A SaniDry dehumidifier is installed that filters the air by pulling out any particles or moisture. Lastly, Spray Foam is applied along the foundation walls to insulate and air seal the space. Once the encapsulation is completed, it has a clean look while also keeping it dry and healthy. 

This homeowner had reached out to John's Waterproofing back in 2015 about getting their crawl space inspected. They noticed that during the rainy seasons water would seep inside the space and puddle. Because of this, the water would bring in dirt and debris from the outside and leave it behind on the vapor barrier as the water evaporated. We explained that a full encapsulation would prevent these water issues from continuing and they decided to wait and see if the issue resolved itself. Then, in 2025 the same homeowner reached back out saying that the water issues they were experiencing had only worsened and agreed to encapsulate the space. A full encapsulation is the process of sealing the crawl space off and controlling the environment to help prevent water intrusion, mold growth, and wood rot. It involves installing a drainage system with a TripleSafe sump pump, TerraBlock insulation foam, and a CleanSpace vapor barrier. Now, this beautiful crawl space is capable of keeping water out and the home healthy. 

Keeping your crawl space dry and healthy is extremely important in order to maintain a healthy home. If water gets into the crawl space, this can result in atmospheres for mold to grow, wood to rot, and poor air quality to waft into the living spaces. In order to protect your crawl space, John's Waterproofing recommends getting them fully encapsulated. An encapsulation begins by removing the damaged vapor barrier and clearing out any debris. Once everything is removed, then we install a drainage system. This involves installing a perforated pipe along the interior perimeter of the crawl space so that it can collect water from the ground or walls that try to seep through. It offers a safe passageway for that water to be sent to a SuperSump Plus sump pump. The sump pump is what works to take all that collected water and securely pushes it out of the crawl space and away from the homes foundation. Once there is control of water, then we can install TerraBlock. This is a thick insulation foam designed to seal the earth off from the home and regulate the environment. On top of the TerraBlock, a CleanSpace vapor barrier is installed. This vapor barrier differs from code-regulated ones because it is 20 mil thick and backed by a 25 year warranty against rips and tears. We also install CleanSpace up the foundation walls and between the footing and wooden posts to isolate and protect from water damage. Once everything is sealed with waterproof tape, then we can install a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. This helps to filter any moisture or particles out of the air, thus promoting better air quality in the living spaces. The final step would be applying Spray Foam to the foundation walls as a final air sealant and insulator. Now, this encapsulation will protect the home against water intrusion so that it can stay dry and healthy for its occupants.