Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Crawl Space Encapsulation and Radon Mitigation in Harvest, AL

This customer in Harvest, AL, called Frontier after discovering high radon levels in their home. They decided on a radon mitigation system and crawl space encapsulation. Crawl space encapsulation is an effective method for reducing radon levels, serving as a crucial component in radon mitigation by sealing off soil-based radon from entering the home. While it acts as a barrier, pairing encapsulation with an active radon mitigation system is an effective approach.

Crawl Space During Inspection

Moisture and falling, failing insulation are problems in this crawl space, which hasn't been properly sealed. The encapsulation treatment totally separates and protects the crawl space interior from outdoor conditions, keeping the space clean and dry.

TripleSafe Sump Pump

A TripleSafe® Sump Pump System (shown here), combined with a SaniDry® dehumidifier, represents the ultimate in crawl space waterproofing and humidity control. It can also help with Radon control.

CleanSpace Vapor Barrier

One key ingredient in our encapsulation system is the CleanSpace vapor barrier, a super-durable 20-mil plastic sheet designed to permanently prevent moisture, outside air, and pests from entering your crawl space.

Air Leaks Sealed

All air leaks in the crawl space are sealed.

The SaniDry Sedona

As a high-efficiency dehumidifier, the Sedona removes more moisture (100 pints per day) for less electricity cost than conventional models.

Crawl Space Sealing

Crawl space sealing and insulation will help you avoid unnecessary repairs, create a healthier living space, and save money on your utility bills. And once you've encapsulated your crawl space with a vapor barrier, you've gained valuable storage space in your home.

Vents Sealed

Sealing your crawl space vents stops the cycle of cold, humidity, and moisture entering from the outside air.

Encapsulation Complete

The encapsulation part of this project is complete and the crawl space is sealed.

Radon Mitigation System

A typical radon mitigation system consists of a large-diameter plastic pipe that connects the air beneath your foundation to the outdoors. An in-line fan sucks radon-rich air from beneath your foundation and expels this hazardous air to the exterior. Instead of entering your basement or other living space area through numerous gaps and cracks in the foundation, radon gas is extracted from beneath your foundation before it can permeate into interior space.

How Radon Mitigation Works

When installed by an experienced radon mitigation specialist from Frontier, a radon abatement system will lower the concentration of radon gas in your interior air to the minimal levels recommended by the EPA and other health and safety agencies.