Crawl space Encapsulation

Crawl Space Sealing • Vapor Barrier • Crawl Space Remediation

Crawl spaces, often neglected and unseen, play a surprisingly crucial role in your home's health. For homes built on a crawl space, studies show approximately 50% of the air you breathe comes from the crawl space. When poorly constructed, and particularly when moisture problems exist, crawl spaces can create a disaster for your home's Indoor Air Quality and even compromise the structural integrity of the home.

Moisture is the greatest enemy to any home. Because crawl spaces so commonly have moisture problems, these spaces become a breeding ground for mold (not to mention pests and rodents). Unfortunately, crawl spaces have been incorrectly built for decades. Traditional crawl space construction in humid climates is often the culprit, allowing moisture-laden air to freely enter through vents.

The proven solution is to seal the crawl space, AKA Crawl Space Encapsulation. When kept sealed and maintained properly, a homeowner can more effectively:

Manage moisture within the home
Prevent Mold
Maintain Healthy Indoor Air Quality
Reduce Pest Infestation
Lower Energy Costs

Benefits of Crawl space Encapsulation

Reduce Moisture

Prevent water damage and mold metabolizing organic materials, like wood framing.

Energy Efficiency

Crawl Space Encapsulation helps control the temperature within a crawl space, reducing the load on HVAC equipment.

Controls Pests

Vented crawl spaces provide the ideal environment for the infestation of pests, which are damp, dark, and cool spaces.

Better Indoor Air Quality

Reduces odors as well as mold spores and other allergens in the home.

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Signs of Crawl space problems

Below are some of the common signs of how a crawl space problem can affect your home.

Musty odor in home
High energy costs to cool and heat the home
Poor Indoor Air Quality in the home
Mold inside the home
Sagging or uneven floors
Cracks in drywall, brick, or other wall structure

High relative humidity (RH) in crawl space
Moist insulation within crawl space
Sagging insulation in crawl space
Mold in crawl space
Water damage to joists and framing in crawl space
Pooling water in crawl space

Mold & Moisture Assessment

We conduct a thorough crawl space inspection to identify mold, excess moisture, and any signs of water damage to structural components.

Mold Remediation & Moisture Management

Any existing mold must be fully remediated before the crawl space can be sealed. Additionally, all excess moisture must be extracted and eliminated from the area.

Installation of a Crawl Space Vapor Barrier

We install a high-quality vapor barrier to seal the crawl space, preventing ground moisture from rising and coming into contact with the underside of your home.

Sealing Crawl Space Vents

In the Southeast’s humid climate, we recommend sealing all crawl space vents to prevent moist air from entering.

When necessary:

Installation of a Crawl Space Dehumidifier

In very humid areas, such as the Southeastern United States, it may be necessary to add a permanent dehumidifier in the crawl space to manage moisture.

Sump Pump Drainage System

In situations where there is water pooling in a crawl space, a sump pump drainage system is recommended to collect the water and pump it out.

What's involved with a crawl space encapsulation?

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Ensign delivers top-quality work by investing in ongoing education and certifications through leading industry organizations.

As a certified Mold Remediation Company, we’re a trusted expert in mold removal.

IICRC & ACAC Certified

Certified Mold Inspector

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Mold & Moisture Frequently Asked Questions

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When vetting out a mold remediation contractor, make sure your contractor is properly insured, specifically with pollution coverage.
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