Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

One of the most frustrating issues we encounter is the continued use of outdated and ineffective crawl space construction methods—often a result of outdated building codes and insufficient regulation. The crawl space is a critical component of any home’s structure and overall health, yet despite decades of research and proven advancements, many homes are still being built with vented, dirt-floored, and fiberglass-insulated crawl spaces that simply do not stand the test of time.

Such was the case for a homeowner in Lexington, KY, whose relatively new home was already showing signs of serious crawl space deterioration. When they reached out to us, we explained the wealth of research supporting modern, closed crawl space systems and the long-term value they provide. After reviewing their options, the homeowner decided to move forward with a professional crawl space repair.

We began work the following week, and upon completion, their home was equipped with a properly treated crawl space designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce moisture issues, and significantly extend the life of the home.

This crawl space had pools of water sitting at the bottom every time it rained. These pools of water were causing mold and moisture issues, which were tearing away at the insulation and wooden frames. In order to fix this, we installed a drainage system made of perforated pipes backfilled with gravel along the interior perimeter of the crawl space. These drains were hooked up to a SmartSump sump pump. We then covered the whole crawl space in Clean Space liner, which is made of non organic material. Thus way mold can never grow on it. We then installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, which is able to eliminate air moisture issues. We also installed a Turtl crawl space entry door, which is not shown in the pictures. 

This before and after shows why the conventional vented crawl space theory is not practical. You see, a lot of home builders figure installing some vents in the walls, placing a thin plastic "barrier" over a gravel floor, and insulating with fiberglass in the floor joists are enough for a crawl space. After all, they are following a coded standard, and maybe that's where the problem lies. Either way, vented crawl spaces let moisture run rampant, and only really work in climates that are dry 24/7. By encapsulating the crawl space, as seen here, moisture is eliminated. This means healthy breathing air, and a healthy long-lasting crawl space. Also note the silver insulation panels we installed along the wall, which eliminates the need for nasty fiberglass in the ceiling.

Crawl Spaces are susceptible to water leaks just like basements, and it's important to prevent them. We dug trenches around this crawl space's perimeter and installed perforated pipes in the trenches. We then backfilled the trenches with gravel, which will further help drain the water leaks. We then hooked the drains up to a SmartSump sump pump, which is a perfect size for this crawl space. No longer are there pools of water sitting in this crawl space!

Before encountering our team, this Harold, KY, homeowner faced a daunting challenge: a crawl space overwhelmed with mold, negatively impacting their home's air quality and structure – as plainly visible in the first photo. We rolled out a comprehensive solution starting with our SilverGlow insulation, followed by the application of CleanSpace, and topping it off with the SaniDry Sedona system to ensure a dry, clean, and efficient environment. Take a look at the after photo – it's practically unrecognizable! Our team transformed a health hazard into a safe, efficient space, reinforcing our commitment to providing reliable solutions and a remarkable customer experience.