Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Crawlspace Encapsulation in Dewey Beach, DE

A homeowner in Dewey Beach, DE was struggling with cold floors and persistent musty odors drifting up from their crawlspace. Concerned about the comfort and air quality of their home, they did some research and decided to reach out to the trusted experts at DryZone for help. Our System Design Specialist, Jamie, conducted a thorough, no-cost inspection of the crawlspace. During the assessment, Jamie discovered that high humidity levels were the source of the musty smells, while sagging and ineffective insulation was to blame for the cold floors above. To resolve these issues, the DryZone production team got to work by first removing the failing insulation. They then installed CleanSpace, a heavy-duty vapor barrier designed to seal out moisture and dramatically improve air quality and energy efficiency. To further protect the crawlspace, they added a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. The SaniDry Sedona boasts a powerful 100-pint-per-day moisture removal capacity and circulates over 300 cubic feet of dry air per minute, ensuring the crawlspace stays dry, clean, and comfortable year-round.

Hanging Insulation

The hanging insulation will be removed from the crawlspace.

Debris

Debris will be removed from the crawlspace. Once completed the existing dirt floor will be regraded for drainage.

Insulation

The existing insulation in this crawlspace was sagging and no longer functioning effectively, leading to poor insulation performance.

DrainageMatting

DrainageMatting which is a durable matting that creates a drainage space and thermal break between CleanSpace and the ground.

DrainageMatting

When DrainageMatting is installed beneath the CleanSpace liner, it offers several key benefits. One of the most important is the creation of an air gap that serves as a thermal break, helping to improve energy efficiency by adding a layer of insulation between the crawlspace floor and the liner.

CleanSpace

CleanSpace is a durable, 20-mil-thick liner engineered with seven layers for superior performance. It combines high-density polyethylene for puncture resistance, low-density polyethylene for flexibility, and polyester cord reinforcement for exceptional tear strength, making it a reliable barrier against moisture and damage in crawlspaces.