Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Crawl Space Encapsulation in Ardmore, AL
This homeowner in Ardmore, AL, contacted Frontier Foundation & Crawl Space Repair to have their home's crawl space evaluated. During the inspection, our technician discovered mold as well as rotten, damp wood. After evaluating the space, we recommended having the entire crawl space encapsulated. On site, our crew began to remove the older vapor barrier from the space. Around the perimeter, we dug a drainage trench to hold the EZ-Flow drainage tubing. Across the dirt floor, we rolled out our drainage matting to help facilitate the flow of water into the EZ-Flow tubes. We installed our TripleSafe sump pump system in the lowest section of the crawl space, allowing the water inside the EZ-flow tubes to flow down into the pump system. This system then pushes the water out and away from the crawl space. To brighten and further waterproof the space, we applied our CleanSpace vapor barrier to the walls and floor as well as around the jacks and columns. To control the high levels of moisture in the space, we installed our SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. Finally, we closed off the space with our EverLast crawl space door. Now, this homeowner can rest easy, knowing their crawl space is protected against moisture.
Old Vapor Barrier
Before, the crawl space was protected by a simple plastic barrier.
Open Crawl Space Vents
Open crawl space vents allow external air to flow in and mix with the dirty air of the space. This air then moves up into the home, causing musty smells and triggering asthma and allergy symptoms.
Rotting Wood
In this picture, you can see the damp, rotting joists of the crawl space.
Knife in Wood
Our technician was able to easily stab his knife into the softened wood.
Drainage Matting
The dimples in our drainage matting help water flow easily underneath the vapor barrier.
Digging Trench
For the EZ-Flow tubing, we dig out a trench along the perimeter of the crawl space.
EZ-Flow Tube
Our EZ-Flow tubes easily fit into the trench along the perimeter.
CleanSpace Vapor Barrier & Dehumidifier
Our CleanSpace vapor barrier brightens the space, while our SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier keeps moisture levels under 55 percent.
Sump Pump System
Our sump pump system pumps out large quantities of water out and away from the crawl space.
EverLast Door
Our EverLast crawl space door is made of inorganic materials that will not break down or rust like wooden or metal doors.