Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

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.

A customer from Rockport, IN, reached out to us about mold growth concerns located in their crawl space. Mold spores thrive in humidity and wet space such as this crawl space. Mold is a living organism that can survive between 70% and 99% relative humidity. When mold grows it reproduces more airborne seeds to grow more mold. These seeds are like tiny parachutes that float through the air that will stick onto damp surfaces such as the muddy crawl space floor or damp, wooden beams. It is urgent to have mold remediation done before your health is at risk. 

To remove mold thoroughly, mold remediation is done. All beams are scrubbed and sprayed away to prevent new mold from growing. To correct the issue of how the mold was able to thrive in the first place, a 20 mil liner called CleanSpace is laid throughout the space and sealed together at the seams to prevent any moving. CleanSpace has an antimicrobial additive manufactured into the material, which prevents mold growth on the liner. A SmartSump pump was installed to pump water from under the CleanSpace liner, to the outdoors. The crawl space is now healthy and longer a risk to the homeowner's health. 

A crawl space in Evansville, IN, was affecting the cost of energy due to the humidity and damp ground. A home with a dirt crawl space costs more to heat and cool. Damp air puts more of a hidden load on the HVAC system. If some cracks or openings are always in contact with outside air, then it is affecting your home's energy. The homeowner wanted to save money in the long run by keeping the crawl space fully closed. The best solution for sealing all cracks and openings in a crawl space is to cover every inch of the dirt floor and walls with CleanSpace. CleanSpace is a 20 mil liner that allows water to seep beneath the liner, towards the sump pump. It stops water vapor from permeating up from the floor above. An added benefit of installing CleanSpace is that you can use the space for extra storage. The homeowner was happy to have an energy-efficient crawl space that would save them money in the future. 

In Chandler, IN, a couple was interested in waterproofing their crawl space. The crawl space had been untreated since being built, so the couple knew that they wanted to waterproof their crawl space when the opportunity arose. When a heavy rainfall occurred, it worried the couple when they peered into the crawl space and saw water puddles throughout the space. Waterproofing was a necessity for the homeowners because they were interested in using the crawl space for future storage. 

To prevent water puddles from appearing in the crawl space again, a SmartSump was placed into the ground and continuously pump out any water that enter the basement. There is an alarm pump for the sump to alert the homeowners if it would ever fails. Dimple matting is placed throughout the floor of the crawl space to direct water to the sump pump. CleanSpace seals the space away from the outside air. After the liner is installed, the SaniDry Sedona is plugged in to create a constant dry airflow throughout the space. It beats humidity and the possibility of mold spores thriving. The couple was ecstatic to finally have the waterproofed crawl space that they always hoped for.