Dirt entry
Entrance to the dirt floor crawl space.
Leaks and debris
The space was large enough for storage and utilities but items were not protected from the leaks.
Mold on the floor joist.
You can see the mold growing on the floor joist of the home.
High Humidity
The relative humidity is reading at over 77%, very suitable for mold growth.
Fungus
Fungus will also grow in these conditions. FACT: 50% of the air you breath in your home comes from your crawl space.
Mold, Mildw, & Cave Crickets
If a cave cricket makes himself at home in your crawl space conditions are probably not what you would want in your home.
Energy Efficient Crawl Space
A vapor barrier 20mil think and spray foam on the joist this crawl space is properly insulated helping reduce energy bills as well.
Clean Space, Healthy Home.
With the space clean and encapsulated this is a much healthier environment.
Spray Foam on the Rim Joist
Spray foam finishes the encapsulation preventing air leaks.
Space for Storage
This crawl space has plenty of room to store personal items safely.
Utilities protected
The hot water heater lives in this crawl space. It is now better protected against temperatures and rust, working more efficiently and last longer.