Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Crawlspace Encapsulation in Ocean City, MD
MaryAnn had noticed some musty smells in her home and was unhappy with the overall condition of her crawlspace. After doing some research, she contacted the trusted experts at DryZone to schedule a free inspection. Our System Design Specialist, Derek, conducted a thorough inspection and met with MaryAnn to discuss his findings. One of the first things Derek found was that the humidity in the crawlspace was over 69%, well above the recommended 55% benchmark.
The major components of this crawlspace encapsulation included CleanSpace, Drainage Matting, a SaniDry Sedona, and an EverLast Door. CleanSpace helps separate the home from the earth below, creating a clean and durable barrier against ground moisture. To address the high humidity, we installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. With its powerful 100-pint-per-day capacity and ability to move over 300 cubic feet of dry air per minute, the Sedona will play an important role in keeping the humidity at a manageable level throughout the crawlspace. The EverLast Door helps seal off the crawlspace from outside air and moisture.
MaryAnn can now have peace of mind knowing her crawlspace is clean, sealed, and better protected from moisture and the conditions that can contribute to musty smells. DryZone is proud to provide solutions that help homeowners across Delmarva protect their investment.
Humidity and Wood Moisture
The humidity reading in this crawlspace was over 69%, well above the recommended 55% benchmark.
Existing Liner
The existing liner was very thin and did not fully cover the crawlspace or extend up the walls, leaving much of the area exposed and providing little protection against moisture.
Hanging Insulation
Due to the high humidity in the crawlspace, the insulation had begun to absorb moisture, causing it to become heavy and start falling down.
CleanSpace
CleanSpace vapor barrier is installed across the crawlspace floor and up the walls to permanently separate the home from the earth below.
CleanSpace
CleanSpace is manufactured with an antimicrobial additive called UltraFresh, which is built directly into the material.
CleanSpace
The negative effects of a dirt crawlspace can include high humidity, condensation, cold floors, higher heating costs, musty odors, and an overall unhealthy or uncomfortable living environment.
