Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

Humidity is a common problem for many crawl spaces when the crawl space barrier is compromised by outside air. A family in Hardinsburg, KY, became concerned when a few mold spores grew on the beams inside the crawl space because of the humidity. Mold loves humidity and will lie dormant on any organic surface for many years. It is not the air that triggers mold growth, but the moisture level on the surface of, for example, a wooden beam or drywall. To keep the family safe from future health effects, dry air had to be created.

Any physical areas that were affected by mold were scrubbed away and taken care of through mold remediation. To fix the overall problem, a bright white liner is spread throughout the crawlspace and then taped down securely. The liner is known as CleanSpace and is effective at being tear-resistant and preventing mold because of its safe and odorless antimicrobial additive. Since CleanSpace protects the crawl space, outside air cannot pass in and create the humid atmospheric state it was in before. Once the crawl space was completed, the family was relieved to know that mold will never be a nuisance in their crawlspace again.

 If saving money is your go-to motive, then a dirt crawl space is not your friend. In Evansville IN, a homeowner wanted to lower their energy costs by protecting the crawl space from extreme weather. A home with a dirt crawl space costs more to heat and cool because of the damp air. Damp air puts more of a hidden load on the HVAC system. If this problem is taken care of, then any homeowner will save about 15-25 percent. That’s a lot of money!  

To begin the energy savings, the crawl space was lined with CleanSpace. CleanSpace is a bright white, thick plastic liner that dramatically transforms any crawl space. The liner is installed around the upper part of the walls and is sealed either by special tapes or sealants. On top of all the energy savings, the crawl space can now be safely used for storage. It thrilled the homeowner to find their home encapsulated and insulated properly to keep the energy bills low. 

In Henderson KY, a family reached out about a concern that water puddles were in their crawl space. A swimming pool is fun, but water in a crawl space? No thank you! Water in crawl spaces can create humidity and then mold can grow in any processed organic areas. When a crawl space has any open areas, then the climate outdoors will sneak in, which is something that can be prevented.
A great entryway that the family decided to purchase was the Turtl.  The Turtl is a brown entry door that can be locked from the outside and seals the crawl space off from the outdoor environment. CleanSpace was installed throughout the crawl space to prevent water from reaching the crawl space air.  A SmartSump Pump and SaniDry Sedona were installed.  A SmartSump Pump helps pump water out of the crawl space while the SaniDry Sedona keeps the air dry. Once the crawl space was completed with all the necessities, the family was ecstatic to know that their space would be protected for years to come!

A homeowner in Owensboro, KY reached out about a concern about mold growing in the crawl space. When mold spores find the right combination of temperature, food source, and moisture, they will start to grow. When mold grows, it reproduces more airborne seeds to grow more mold. Just like a dandelion seed, mold seeds are like tiny parachutes that float through the air. Ending the mold spore cycle will protect the homeowner in the future. 

To give the homeowner a sense of security, mold remediation was performed throughout the crawl space. Every nick and cranny where mold was seen, was scrubbed and sprayed away. To protect the crawl space from any outside air leaks or water, CleanSpace was laid throughout the ground and sides of the crawl space. A SaniDry Sedona was hooked up to create a dry air flow since mold can thrive in 70% to 90% humidity. Once the mold is controlled and prevented, the homeowner will have peace of mind knowing that their health is not at risk. 

In Marion, Ky, a homeowner was interested in purchasing a vapor barrier and insulation for their crawl space. Without a vapor barrier, mold and water could damage the crawl space. Whenever there is a vapor barrier, it will protect the environment of the crawl space by keeping all gaps or air from entering the space. The key to a healthy crawl space is to make it dry! The reason for making a crawl space dry is because mold spores and water will not be able to thrive in their type of environment. A bright white liner called CleanSpace, never fails to save the day! Before the CleanSpace is installed, a brown dimple matting is laid throughout the space to create extra support for the CleanSpace but also direct water to the sump pump. Clean Space was used to cover the entire floor and sides of the space to create an "indoor" atmosphere. A dehumidifier called the SaniDry Sedona effectively creates a dry airflow 24/7. A SmartSump Pump system is installed to remove any water entering the crawl space. The homeowner was pleasantly satisfied with a functional system set in place to continuously create a healthy environment.