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This home in Millsboro, DE had a crawl space with old encapsulation and needed to have it replaced. Without, hesitation they called the DryZone experts. DryZone went in and removed the old material and replaced it with CleanSpace Technology. The homeowners are so proud of their new and improved crawl space and cannot wait to show it off to friends and family. Call DryZone today for your FREE inspection and estimate!

A business in Millsboro, DE reached out to the experts at DryZone due to uneven surfaces on their pool deck, which had become a serious tripping hazard. Our System Design Specialist, Joseph, conducted a free inspection and developed a cost-effective plan to repair the concrete rather than replace it entirely.        The key components of this concrete repair project included PolyLEVEL and NexusPro Crack Repair. PolyLEVEL is a high-performance solution designed to lift and stabilize sunken concrete. We inject a structural-grade polymer into the underlying voids by drilling small, penny-sized holes into the slab. As the polyurethane expands, it precisely lifts and levels the concrete for a long lasting fix.      With the concrete now even and secure, this Millsboro, DE business no longer has to worry about safety hazards on its pool deck. DryZone is proud to have delivered a reliable solution that restores function and peace of mind.   

A homeowner in Millsboro, DE, was experiencing sagging floors in what they consider their forever home. Concerned about the potential structural damage if left unaddressed, they contacted the experts at DryZone to schedule a free inspection.    Our System Design Specialist, Tom, performed a thorough evaluation and discovered that the home's support beams had begun to sag, leading to the uneven floors. Tom explained the causes and reviewed the best solutions to restore the home's stability.    The key components of this foundation repair were the installation of a supplemental beam and the SmartJack System. The SmartJack System is designed to stabilize crawlspace beams and floor joists. It's the ideal solution for lifting floors back toward their original position and reducing floor bounce caused by weakened joists or long spans.    The system works by addressing weak foundation soils with a base of engineered fill to evenly distribute the home's weight. Galvanized steel columns are cut to length, placed on a cast aluminum footing, and attached to the girders or supplemental beam using adjustable top brackets. Heavy-duty threaded rods allow precise adjustment and in many cases, even lift sagging or sloping floors.    With this solution in place, the Millsboro homeowner can now enjoy peace of mind knowing their floors are secure and supported. DryZone is proud to have helped protect another Delmarva home for years to come.   

Joseph had been experiencing issues with microbial growth in his crawl space. Concerned about the impact this could have on his home’s air quality and the overall health of his foundation, he contacted the trusted experts at DryZone to schedule a free estimate. Our System Design Specialist, Derek, completed a thorough inspection and discussed his findings with the homeowner.   The main issue Derek found was high humidity, which was creating the perfect environment for microbial growth. To help solve the problem, DryZone installed a crawl space encapsulation system that included CleanSpace, DrainageMatting, and a SaniDry Sedona.   CleanSpace helps permanently separate the home from the earth, while DrainageMatting creates a drainage space beneath the liner. The SaniDry Sedona helps control humidity with a whopping 100-pint-per-day capacity and moves over 300 cubic feet of dry air per minute throughout the crawl space or basement.   Now, Joseph can have peace of mind knowing his crawl space is healthier, drier, and better protected. DryZone is proud to offer solutions that help protect homes across Delmarva.

Scott had started to notice that the concrete on the front porch of his home was beginning to sink. As the slab settled, a noticeable lip had formed around the brick border, creating an uneven surface and potential tripping hazard. Not wanting the problem to get worse, Scott contacted the trusted experts at DryZone to schedule a free estimate.   Our System Design Specialist met with Scott and conducted a thorough inspection of the porch. During the inspection, it was confirmed that the concrete slab had settled significantly and was leaning heavily toward the left side. To restore the porch and provide long-term stability, our team recommended a concrete lifting and leveling solution using PolyLevel and NexusPro.   PolyLevel is a high-density polyurethane foam designed to lift and stabilize sinking concrete. Small, pea-sized holes are drilled into the concrete, and a structural-grade polymer is injected beneath the slab to fill the voids caused by soil settlement. As the polyurethane expands, it allows our team to carefully lift and level the concrete back toward its proper position.   Once the slab was lifted and stabilized, NexusPro was used to seal the joints and cracks, helping prevent water from making its way beneath the concrete and contributing to future soil washout and settlement.   Scott can now have peace of mind knowing his front porch is safer, more level, and stabilized for years to come. DryZone is proud to provide professional concrete lifting and leveling solutions to homeowners across Delmarva.

Tom had recently purchased his home and was in the process of making some upgrades when he decided it would be a good idea to have the crawl space inspected. After doing some research online, Tom contacted the trusted experts at DryZone to schedule a free estimate. Our System Design Specialist, Derek, met with Tom and completed a thorough inspection of the crawl space. During the inspection, Derek found the humidity level was at 69%, well above the recommended 55% benchmark. He also found an area of the home where the floor had begun to sag.   To address the moisture and humidity concerns, the major components of this crawl space encapsulation included CleanSpace, Drainage Matting, a SaniDry Sedona, and a new EverLast Door. CleanSpace and Drainage Matting help isolate the home from the damp ground below, while the SaniDry Sedona plays an important role in maintaining a healthier humidity level. With the ability to remove up to 100 pints of moisture per day and move more than 300 cubic feet of dry air per minute, the SaniDry Sedona helps keep air circulating throughout the crawl space.   To address the sagging floor, our crew installed SmartJacks to help lift and stabilize the existing beams and floor joists. Each SmartJack is installed on a solid engineered base designed to transfer the weight of the home to competent soil below. Steel columns are then secured to the existing beams or joists, while heavy-duty threaded rods allow the system to be adjusted for a custom fit and provide the support the floor system needs.     With the moisture concerns addressed and additional support installed beneath the sagging floor, Tom can have peace of mind knowing his crawl space and foundation have long-lasting solutions in place for years to come.

Groundwater rises and falls with changing seasons. For this Newark, MD church, groundwater seemed to always be high, and over time caused a musty smell in the building. They had installed a sump pump to try ad control the water, but the water vapor from the ground seemed to linger and started making the floorboards weak. When a DryZone design specialist looked underneath the church, it was discovered the floorboards were starting to rot! DryZone encapsulated this crawl space to block out moisture from the earth and protect the wooden floorboards. 

This Chincoteague Island home owner was looking to have their crawlspace encapsulated and closed off from the outside. They were looking to get rid of any humidity, as well as have the crawlspace be a clean area.

The homeowner is looking to have his crawlspace encapsulated and closed off from the outside so that it can stay a dry and healthy area. All of the humidity and the uncleanliness of the space is what ultimately drew the homeowner to give us a call.   Our team went out to take a look and found that we would be able to encapsulate the area with ease. We also recommended adding supplemental beam and smartjacks in order to keep the integrity of the area stable. On top of that, we added a proper entrance to the space so it can be accessed easily. Lastly, we used our spray insulation to close off the area and keep it insulated from the outside.

The homeowners in Frankford, DE were experiencing issues with their crawl space. DryZone was contacted by these homeowners to encapsulate their crawl space and take away all their water issues. The water drainage mat and interior liner were installed as well as the TripleSafe sump pump to keep the crawl space dry.