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After noticing a musy smell in her home, this Dagsboro homeowner knew something was wrong in her home. When she took a look around, she noticed her crawlspace vents were open and water was present.  A DryZone representative came to the home and noticed some wet and hanging insulation as well as a thin plastic vapor barrier. After removing the debris, DryZone installed a thick CleanSpace to protect the foundation and a dehumidifier to control the climate underneath the home. Once they were installed, vent covers were added to ensure water and any pests were unable to enter the crawlspace. Not only does the home smell better, but  is now protected from further water damage. 

Crawl spaces can be home to a number of allergens and dust mites that cause sickness. For this homeowner, he noticed one too many times his wife would get cold and flu-like symptoms throughout the year. Even when pollen levels were low, she was always sick. After taking a look in the crawl space, this homeowner noticed there was a lot of dampness in the air and microbial growth underneath their bedroom. He knew something had to be done to keep his wife healthy.  After a free inspection, the DryZone design specialist saw falling insulation and spots growing in the floorboards. To reduce moisture, a thick vapor barrier and dehumidifier were added to control the environment.

WOW! Homeowners in Dagsboro, DE needed portions of thier floor joists replaced due to damage caused by high humidity. The team at DryZone assessed the situation and recommended the best steps and products to improve the current issue and protect this home for years to come.   Remember: Elevated humidity levels can cause damage to existing structures which may require replacement and fixing. But be certain, DryZone is there for your needs and they do FREE inspections and estimates! Call today to schedule yours!

This home in Dagsboro, DE was in desperate need of water removal and turned to the team at DryZone. The DryZone experts removed all water due to extreme humidity levels, and debris present and then fully encapsulated the entire space.

A homeowner in Dagsboro, DE was facing issues with high humidity and microbial growth in their crawlspace. Concerned these problems could derail their upcoming home inspection—especially as they were preparing to sell—they reached out to the experts at DryZone for a free inspection. Our System Design Specialist, Jamie, conducted a thorough assessment and found humidity levels in the crawlspace exceeding 64%—a clear red flag for potential moisture-related issues.   To resolve this, we implemented a comprehensive crawlspace encapsulation system, featuring CleanSpace vapor barrier and the powerful SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. The SaniDry Sedona boasts an impressive capacity of up to 100 pints per day and circulates over 300 cubic feet of dry air per minute, effectively managing humidity and improving overall air quality.     With their crawlspace now clean, dry, and protected, the homeowner can move forward with confidence, knowing the space is no longer a liability during the home inspection process. DryZone is proud to have helped ensure a smoother, more secure home sale for this client.

We all know that mold is a very, very bad thing. It's another to know that your crawlspace is affecting the very air you breathe in your home! This nice couple in Berlin, MD had a damp and wet space for mold to start growing and growing on the wood beams and the insulation.  With the CleanSpace encapsulation system, and the Hydrolink drainage system, the humidity could be controlled better reducing any risk of airborne spores floating around irritating these homeowners. If you think you have mold in your crawlspace, give us a call for a free estimate to fix your home, the right way!       

This homeowner in Berlin, MD checked their crawlspace time and again and knew that there was a minor water problem on one side of the home.  When their doors started to stick inside, they knew that the crawlspace was probably the issue. With a call to DryZone, they found out they needed a little more than just a vapor barrier on the ground. Our System Design Specialist took measurements, pictures and even used special equipment to see what the relative humidity percentage was under the home. Our team member also checked for signs of mold and rot.  Before starting the project, we removed the batt insulation and some debris from under the home. We then fully encapsulated the crawlspace with CleanSpace liner, installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, and installed a condensate pump. Not only does this homeowner have the peace of mind about their crawlspace, they also have annual service maintenance available every year to check up on the equipment!      

This homeowner in Berlin, MD was tired of the musty smell and mold in their home. They called DryZone to come out and investigate their crawlspace to see what could be done. We used CleanSpace liner, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier and a TripleSafe sump pump to fix this crawlspace like new!  This homeowner now says that the mold and musty smell are no longer in their home and it has been life changing!

Flooding crawl spaces can cause foundations to become damaged over time. This Berlin, MD homeowner noticed their crawl space needed some repair and was worried about the foundation. After a free inspection from DryZone, it was discovered that the water and high humidity caused some sagging in the floors. DryZone did a full encapsulation of the crawl space to bring down the moisture before installing Smart Jacks to lift and stabilize the floors above. 

If floors become unlevel slowly over time, it can possibly go unnoticed. This Berlin, MD homeowner did not notice her kitchen floors sloping but quickly noticed her windows sticking when she opened them for some fresh air. She had her home assessed and was informed the sticking window was a sign of foundation failure. She called the experts at DryZone, wondering what else she was not noticing about her home's foundation. DryZone inspected the crawl space and noticed high moisture was causing the wooden floorboards to become weak and sag 1/2 an inch. While this measurement was small, it could quickly become worse. After inspection, DryZone scheduled a team to level the floors and strengthen them for good!