What Is Crawl Space Encapsulation?
While crawl space encapsulation may sound like a strange concept, in reality, it is fairly straightforward. Our team begins the process by identifying and fixing any existing problems that are contributing directly to the buildup of moisture in your crawl space. After those issues are addressed, our team will remove as much moisture from the crawl space as possible, and then seal it with a barrier made of polyethylene. This plastic can be used on the floor, walls, and even the ceiling of your crawl space to create a watertight barrier that stops moisture from getting inside your crawl space.
Is Crawl Space Encapsulation Enough To Protect My Home?
Definitely! As long as the issues that were causing the original buildup of moisture are fixed or partially mitigated, encapsulation works extremely well. In addition to removing water from your crawl space and protecting your foundation, it also stops mold and mildew from gaining a foothold in your crawlspace, and it can even lower your air conditioning and heating costs!
How We Create Better Drainage Systems For Your Property
Drainage can be a very complex and difficult process to get right, especially if you are trying to do it on your own. Luckily, we have decades of experience helping people across the greater Nashville area with their drainage issues. We will start by asking you questions about where the drainage issues are, and then we will perform an inspection of your property. Once we have a thorough understanding of what is going on, we will create a free estimate that covers all of the work that we recommend. Our team of contractors know how to do this work, so once we finish, drainage problems will be a thing of the past!
How You Benefit From Crawl Space Encapsulation From A-1 Concrete Leveling & Foundation Repair
- Crawl space vapor barriers, vents, dehumidifiers, and other preventative measures will slow or stop harmful bacteria, allergens, and toxins from entering or growing in your home.
- Crawl space encapsulation will decrease moisture in your crawl space, which will prevent the wood from rotting while preventing water damage to your foundation.
- We’re expert foundation contractors with more than 30 years of experience.
- We are Nashville locals who proudly serve the greater Nashville area.
Potential Issues a Crawl Space Inspection Can Uncover
The crawl space of your home can potentially face a number of issues over the years, all of which a consultation and crawl space inspection from A-1 Concrete and Leveling can help find and identify! But to help homeowners in the Greater Nashville area and surrounding communities gain a better understanding of their properties, our experts are breaking down a few common issues you may experience with your crawl space. A-1 Concrete and Leveling can help discover all the different situations below and fix them with high-quality crawl space encapsulation services!
Signs You Need Expert Crawl Space Encapsulation Services
While the issues outlined below are ones A-1 Concrete and Leveling’s crawl space waterproofing team can verify and correct, oftentimes you will notice some signs that you need your crawl space serviced. You may not even realize any of the following signs are coming from your crawl space, but either way we’re happy to provide Nashville area homeowners with some things to look for.
Perhaps one of the best things to be mindful of is a stale or mildew type of smell coming from your crawl space or in the area around it. Should you notice this smell, it’s a sure-fire sign you need an urgent crawl space inspection and subsequent waterproofing services. Similarly, should you notice any drastic uneven flooring in your home, contact A-1 Concrete and Leveling right away. It’s also common for you to notice or experience floor rot in your crawl space due to the level of moisture that can gather over time; if your flooring is buckling or bouncy in any way, crawl space insulation can help.
High humidity levels in your crawl space also have the potential to affect your home’s energy bills. This is because your home’s air conditioner or HVAC system has to work harder to keep up with the humidity. Should you out of nowhere see your energy bills increase dramatically, it can be a sign your crawl space is the source and need to be waterproofed as soon as possible. In a similar vein, visible condensation or extreme humidity are also big indicators that crawl space encapsulation and crawl space insulation needs to be performed.
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