Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Crawl Space Encapsulation in Huntsville, AL

A customer in Huntsville, AL, called Frontier to help address moisture issues in their crawl space. We decided on an encapsulation. This project included installing drainage matting, CleanSpace liner, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, and we sealed the crawl space vents with SilverGlo panels. Now the moisture is gone, and the crawl space is sealed and dry.

Crawl Space During Inspection

Moisture, mold and falling, failing insulation are problems in this crawl space, which hasn't been properly sealed.

Mold Issues

When wood is in a humid environment it absorbs moisture from the air. When the moisture content in the wood is elevated for long, mold grows. Active mold in your crawl space produces airborne spores that are circulated through the house into the living areas. People with asthma and allergies will react to the mold. If someone does not have sensitivities to mold, they can develop them by prolonged exposure to mold spores.

Water Damage

This crawl space has issues with standing water. If not addressed the mold and mildew issues will get worse and structural damage will occur.

Mold Destroys Your Home

Much like the basement, the nature of your crawl space lends itself to moisture issues and mildew growth. Crawl spaces are dark and often damp due to moisture from the ground or other causes. Mold forms essentially wherever oxygen and moisture are present, so it's no surprise that crawl spaces can become a breeding ground for mold.

Moisture in Wood

Checking on the levels of moisture in the wood floor joists.

Checking Humidity Levels

Crawl space humidity problems can lead to wood rot, pest infestations, poor indoor air quality, and mold and mildew problems.

Drainage Matting is Installed

Drainage matting forms a permanent seal for leaking crawl space floors.

CleanSpace Installed

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.

Vents Sealed

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

Crawl Space Sealed

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.