Basement Waterproofing & Crawl Space Repair in Lewes, DE

A homeowner in Lewes, DE, had recently purchased a home with a partially encapsulated crawlspace. After conducting research, they realized they weren't receiving the full benefits of encapsulation and reached out to the experts at DryZone to schedule a free inspection. 

Our System Design Specialist conducted a thorough evaluation and walked the homeowner through the steps needed to properly and fully encapsulate the crawlspace. 

The key component of this project was the installation of CleanSpace, a durable 20-mil-thick liner made from seven layers of material. This included high-density polyethylene for puncture resistance, low-density polyethylene for flexibility, and a polyester cord reinforcement for superior tear strength. 

Now, this homeowner can rest easy knowing their crawlspace is fully protected for years to come. DryZone is proud to help safeguard another home here on Delmarva. 

A homeowner in Lewes, DE, was facing recurring issues with frozen pipes in their crawlspace. Determined to protect their home and prevent future problems, they reached out to the experts at DryZone in search of a long term solution. 

To address the issue, our team designed and installed a comprehensive crawlspace encapsulation system. The project included key components such as CleanSpace, SaniDry Sedona, and Foamax Wall Insulation. CleanSpace is a heavy-duty, 20 mil-thick liner made with a seven-layer blend of high-density polyethylene for puncture resistance, low-density polyethylene for flexibility, and polyester cord for tear resistance. This system creates a strong barrier against moisture and cold air intrusion

With the encapsulation complete, the homeowner can now enjoy peace of mind knowing their crawlspace is well protected and frozen pipes are no longer a concern. DryZone is proud to deliver dependable, long-lasting solutions to homeowners. 

In Lewes, DE, a homeowner discovered unsettling microbial growth in their crawlspace, prompting them to seek assistance. They connected with the knowledgeable team at DryZone, who promptly arranged a free inspection by one of their System Design Specialists. 

To address the issue, DryZone proposed a comprehensive system designed to safeguard the homeowner's crawlspace and the overall integrity of their home for years. Key components included CleanSpace, DrainageMatting, and the SaniDry Sedona—a powerhouse dehumidifier renowned for its efficiency. With an impressive capacity of 100 pints per day, the SaniDry Sedona effectively circulates over 300 cubic feet of dry air throughout the area, significantly reducing humidity levels and keeping them below 55%.

With these solutions in place, the homeowner can rest easy knowing their crawlspace will remain dry and free from microbial growth. DryZone is proud to be able to assist this Lewes, DE homeowner in protecting their home.

A young homeowner in Lewes, DE was left a home by his grandfather and wants to protect it from moisture and laying water. The homeowner grew up here and the home has quite a bit of sentimental value. Immediately, the homeowner called the DryZone experts to help protect the home's crawl space. After assessing the space, the experts determined the best possible resolution to remove the standing water, protect the integrity of the space, and also fix the failing foundation. The homeowner was pleased with the thoroughness of the DryZone experts and asked to have production start as soon as possible.

At the time of production, the experts with DryZone first removed all standing water and then regraded the ground to assist with better drainage. The team then removed all debris including insulation. Afterward, the team installed CleanSpace Technology, a SmartSump to help keep water out, and a SaniDry Sedona to assist with humidity levels. Lastly, the walls were insulated using Foamax wall insulation, and two SmartJacks were placed in the space to help support the foundation. The homeowner was beyond amazed at the work provided by the team at DryZone and can't wait to continue to enjoy the home and its newly protected crawl space.

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The homeowner noticed water coming through their wall and pulled back the insulation to take a look. Behind the insulation, they found a crack in the wall, so they gave us a call to come out and have a look. 

We will be using FlexiSpan in order to fill and seal the crack.

This homeowner recently bought this home and knew they had to have a waterproof system added to ensure that no damage occurs in the future. They gave us a call to come out and take a look. We are going to put in a full waterproofing system to make sure no water damage can occur. 

This homeowner has a very expensive Geo-Thermal System under their home. It is currently not protected by any encapsulation system, which is why they reached out to us. We are going to be using our CleanSpace encapsulation system in order to protect the area.

It was also pointed out to us that there are 2 wooden posts that are holding up a beam. These posts are sitting on blocks which have sunken into the ground. We recommended removing that and replacing it with our Smart Jacks to ensure the stability and safety of the foundation.

This homeowner found a few cracks in the unfinished portion of their basement behind the garage foundation wall. We used FlexiSpan to fill and seal the crack permanently, as well installed ice guard on their discharge line so water does not freeze in it.

The homeowner found water coming into their finished basement. Once they opened up the wall, they found a leak that looked to have been fixed in the past but had failed. They also found a separate crack in another spot they are wanting to fix as well.

We have done repair work for this homeowner in the past, so they knew they could reach out to us to get the job done. They noticed some wall cracks in their basement walls and want to have them repaired before there is any chance of water coming through and flooding the basement. We will use FlexiSpan to fill and seal all cracks to ensure the area stays clean and dry.

This homeowner was in need of a new sump pump to ensure that water would no longer fill their basement. Our team was able to remove the old sump pump and install one of our Triple Safe sump pumps with a discharge line. This makes sure that any water that enters their basement in the future is removed properly.

This homeowner needed us to remove their existing builder grade egress window and to replace it with one of our Rockwell egress windows. In order to do this, we had to cut a new opening in the wall. Additionally, we also needed to fix a crack in the wall with our FlexiSpan crack repair system.

This Homeowner noticed sinking concrete on their back walkway. They called us to come take a look at it and provide a solution because it is a tripping hazard. We identified 3 areas on the walkway that needed to be lifted and leveled. While we were at it, they asked us to pressure wash both the front and back walkways!

This homeowner was continuously having to repair her basement due to flooding. Once we took a look, we recommended a few of out solutions in order to stop this from happening for good. Our full basement waterproofing solutions that we have available, will solve all issues at hand and prevent any further flooding or leaking.

This homeowner was experiencing cracks in their basement wall. This part of their wall is unfinished, which is allowing water to come into the home. They also wanted to have this back porch fixed as it was bowing outward. After taking a look at both areas of concern, we deemed that we could fix the issues at hand by using our Geo Lock Wall Anchors for the porch and FlexiSpan to fix the wall brack.

This homeowner was experiencing sinking concrete on their back walkway. The concrete was so out of place, causing it to be a huge tripping factor Our team was able to go in and use our product, polylevel, to lift and level the sidewalk.

During rainy seasons, this homeowner noticed water coming into the crawl space from the crawl space entry. He knew there had to be a better way to access the crawl space but still have a water-tight seal. He called the experts at DryZone to remove his current crawl space entry and fit him for a Turtl. With a Turtl, he has a water-tight seal and lockable access to his crawl space. 

This homeowner called DryZone after noticing sagging floors in her kitchen and bathroom.  A design specialist from DryZone noticed the sagging floors and saw signs of high moisture in the crawl space. He mapped out a support system in the crawl space that consisted of a supplemental beam and SmartJacks. Now the floors aren't bouncy anymore. 

Because this homeowner did not live in Lewes, DE full time, they did not notice the musty smells coming from the crawl space until they came down for a weekend away. They spent the majority of their visit cleaning and lighting candles to mask the smell, but it never went away. They called the crawl space experts at DryZone to see what was the problem. DryZone noticed a high level of humidity and hanging insulation. On the hanging insulation was some microbial growth, most likely the cause of the musty smell. DryZone added a dehumidifier to the crawl space and removed the wet insulation to protect the floor joists. 

Rainstorms were almost never a concern for this Lewes, DE homeowner. However, after noticing a musty smell in her home, she wondered if anything was wrong after the recent storm. After some research, she learned that water enters your crawl space from underneath and can linger, causing microbial growth on wooden floorboards. She called the experts at DryZone to inspect and give her suggestions for repair. DryZone encapsulated this crawl space completely, blocking out moisture from groundwater and future rainstorms. Now she no longer has to wonder if her home is safe from storms again!

After insulating the walls in her basement, This homeowner called with some concerns about water on the floor. After pulling back some of the insulation, she saw a crack in the foundation wall! Unsure of what to do, this Lewes, DE homeowner called the experts at DryZone to do repairs. To do a proper sealing of this basement crack, DryZone used FlexiSpan to not only hold the crack but to prevent further flooding from happening again! 

When it comes to remodeling a home, you want to be prepared for any obstacles that come your way. For this homeowner, her first obstacle was uneven and sagging floors that prevented her from installing new flooring. Because of this, she called the experts at DryZone to level and strengthen her floors to keep her remodel looking new for years to come. After investigating, it was determined that high moisture in the crawl space made the floorboard weak and start to sag. In order to properly repair the floor, DryZone knew they had to control the moisture to protect the floors from being weakened any further. 

To start, DryZone encapsulated the crawl space to seal out moist air from outside. After encapsulating and controlling the environment with a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, an I-Beam and Smart Jacks were installed to lift and level the sagging floors. Now not only is the initial problem solved, but as a result, the floor is stronger than ever before!

This homeowner called DryZone after seeing significant staining on their basement walls. The staining on the wals was caused by high moisture and effervescence coming through the block foundation. As a solution, DryZone knew the walls had to be covered to prevent high moisture from damaging the storage in the basement as well as the floor boards above. As a result, water that enters the walls is led downwards to the drainage trench and into a TripleSafe Sump Pump!

This Lewes, DE homeowner called with some concerns about his crawl space. He had never gone underneath of his home on his own but he wanted a reputable company to take a look and see what improvements could be made. A DryZone Design Specialist inspected the crawl space and noticed high humidity along with standing water.

The best solution for the homeowner was a full encapsulation. The entryway and vents were completely sealed and wrapped in a CleanSpace vapor barrier to prevent outside humidity from entering. Then, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier and a TripleSafe sump pump were added to keep any moisture that entered at a low and safe level. 

After noticing the tile floors cracking in his Lewes home, this homeowner called DryZone with some foundation concerns. A Design Specialist from DryZone went underneath the home and noticed significant floor sagging underneath the floors due to high moisture in the crawlspace. It was recommended to the homeowner that SmartJacks be installed with a support beam to lift and level the sagging floors. The crew also installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier to protect the wood from further water damage. 

Standing water in this Lewes crawlspace alerted the homeowner they were in need of an encapsulation. After getting a look at the home, the DryZone inspector noticed the vents were open and allowed humidity and rain water to come in. 

This home received a full encapsulation including removal of old insulation, CleanSpace, and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. Now the home is protected from water damage. 

This nice couple in Lewes, DE was in need of some concrete lifting on their front walkway. Unfortunately for them, the stairs started to move because of the soil underneath it! We were able to lift the slab that the stairs sat on so that the stairs were level again. We also lifted a few more areas of the front walkway slabs to prevent tripping. 

This driveway was an eye sore for this homeowner in Lewes, DE. With a call to DryZone, a System Design Specialist came out to see how we could help. Three slabs of the driveway were lifted back up to their original location with our polymer foam PolyLevel. What a difference a day makes!

This homeowner in Lewes, DE was in need of a little help in their crawlspace!

With CleanSpace liner, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier and a sump pump, any water or moisture in the crawlspace will be controlled and pumped out of the crawlspace so that it doesn't affect the home. 

So long moisture!

This homeowner had enough with tripping in their driveway. With a call to DryZone, we were able to take a look at all the problem concrete and find a fix! With PolyLevel, we were able to lift the concrete back to its original location and then use NexusPro joint sealant to seal the cracks once and for all! 

This homeowner had no idea that they had mold issues under their home until our System Design Specialist went out to take measurements and pictures of their space! 

If not resolved, mold and moisture can create havoc on your crawlspace, which will eventually lead to water damage and even rot issues under your home that will be more expensive to fix over time. 

With a CleanSpace encapsulation, a TripleSafe sump pump, and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, any water or humidity will be controlled and taken out of the crawlspace, decreasing the possibility of mold and moisture affecting floor joists, insulation and the foundation of your home. 

This homeowner knew who to call when they found some floor "bounce" in their living room. 

With a call to DryZone, we were able to inspect and find out there were some issues that needed fixing! We installed SmartJacks and a supplemental beam to lift the above floors back to their original position. Not only would it support the home, but it would reduce that floor "bounce" the homeowner noticed!

31,568 ft.

Sounds like a lot right? Well that’s exactly what our DryZone team encapsulated at a condo complex in Lewes, DE near Love Creek Marina.

In a week, our dream team encapsulated with CleanSpace including wrapped piers, installed SaniDry Sedona dehumidifiers, and installed Hydrolink Drainage Systems.  

Worried about future mold growth and humidity, this builder chose DryZone to ensure a mold free and moisture controlled crawlspace to protect these homes for good.

Not only have we helped numerous homeowners in this complex, but DryZone built a great relationship with another business in the area! Local companies helping local companies!

The homeowners in Lewes, DE are tired of the appearance with their concrete driveway. DryZone came to their Lewes property and saw the issues they were having with the sinking slabs. Our team knew right away that this problem could easily be solved with Polylevel foam injection. 

The homeowners are extremely happy with the decision they made and now they have a brand new looking driveway without tearing apart the concrete. 

The homeowners are experiencing problems with their sidewalk and the concrete slabs are separating. As you can see from the photos, this is a serious tripping hazard and concern for the homeowners. 

The homeowners in Lewes, Delaware are experiencing problems with their front porch. There is a significant amount of sinking for the front porch. 

After DryZone injected the PolyLevel into the concrete porch, the slab rose to the desired level. Now the homeowners do not have to worry about tripping hazards or an ugly eyesore. 

This church in Lewes had a number of slabs that had fallen all around the church parking lot. It was an issue that the church had been dealing with for a while. Over time the church board was getting worried about patrons tripping. This was even more worrisome because the average age of the church member was over 60. This could be come a very big issue if some one had tripped and fallen due to the slabs sinking. 

It was time to do something about it! The church board contacted DryZone because of their expertise dealing with concrete lifting and leveling. DryZone used PolyLevel to inject under the slab and raise slabs all around the church. DryZone was the right choice for them because it came with a 5 year warranty. They knew that the church and the members would be protected and safe.