Crawl Space Encapsulation
Here at Mold Pros SC, we prioritize the safety of you and your home. Our Crawl Space Encapsulation service offers complete protection from water damage, mold, or unwanted pests, all which can jeopardize the foundation of your house. With years of experience and a customer-first approach, we are ready to help when you need it most!
The Proof is in the Barriers
You might be asking, is it really worth the money if I don’t ever see it? Because who visits their crawl space unless they have to? The short and easy answer would be yes, it is worth every penny! Your crawl space is like the heart of your home, a vital resource that contains your foundation, pipework, and much more. If your crawl space is neglected, or if a bad storm hits, you are at risk for high energy bills, high-indoor humidity, and even mold growth.
Mold will begin to grow in less than 48 hours after moisture is introduced and can quickly spread into other areas in your home. This can cause a musty or foul odor inside, along with harmful airborne pathogens that will travel throughout your duct work. Even without mold, having a humid crawl space will put pressure on your air duct system, driving your monthly energy bill up and decreasing its efficiency.
Encapsulating your crawl space eliminates those major risk-factors. Using vapor-free and thick plastic sheeting, our team will provide a barrier that will protect and withstand for years to come. Customers with sealed crawl spaces report cool and refreshing indoor air, along with up to a 15% drop in their energy consumption. Perhaps the largest benefit would be if you have to go into your crawl space, you can expect a clean, dry, and critter free environment to crawl through!
Understanding the process of crawl space encapsulation
01
The Inspection
is a great way for us to understand your home. By testing moisture levels, looking for obvious gaps that could allow in rain or critters, and mold testing, we will develop a plan that will work for your situation. Our team is experts in addressing even the smallest issues, and we promise quality service from beginning to end.
02
The Cleanup
allows us to guarantee we are doing the job well. Even without pre-existing issues, we always begin with a thorough cleaning of your crawl space. By removing debris or water build-up, we ensure we are not trapping anything harmful like moisture under the sheets. We will install a dehumidifier during this process to continue to keep humidity levels low.
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Sealing it Up
by using insulation, followed by a vapor-free polyethylene plastic sheeting that lines your floors, walls, and ceiling. This prevents moisture coming up through the earth as well! We cover and close any exposed areas like your vents, so they can function properly while being protected. Sealing includes the outside areas of your home, but is fashioned to be visually invisible, to keep your home looking great.
Common issues within your crawl space
Many common crawl space issues are identified during a yearly inspection or pest control treatment. Is there a way for you to know before they come? Absolutely! If you notice that your crawl space has condensation and feels abnormally humid, that is your first indication of a potential problem. Moisture can cause the presence of mold, small fuzzy, and sometimes colorful pathogens that spread quickly. The wood in your crawl space can become damp, causing wood rot, along with a foul, musty odor that can travel inside of your home. The floor of your crawl space can be another indicator, because if it is sloped downward, that is a perfect recipe to trap moisture or water from rainfall.
How does crawl space encapsulation work?
Crawl Space Encapsulation is defined as the process of sealing the crawl space from the outside in. It uses the application of physical barriers to your crawl space, along with sealing of areas that are noted to be exposed to outside harmful elements. Encapsulation usually entails the installation of dehumidifiers and performing simple tests both before and after the service to make sure results are within a safe range. Our team will remove any debris or fallen, loose, insulation, level your floors to prevent water trapping, and replace any damaged wood or foundational materials. Crawl Space Encapsulation will provide a sound barrier to anything trying to harm it and keep your home dry and safe.
Trust your neighbor:
Mold Pros Columbia
is here for you.
Don’t wait, call Mold Pros SC today! We are proud to be a home-grown business, with technicians that understand the Midlands’ humid, hot summers, and how it might affect your home. We stand by our commitment to protect and prevent, with outstanding customer service, and over a decade of experience. What are you waiting for? Reach out to us today!