Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

 It’s frustrating to have crawl space problems in the home you live in every day, but it’s equally frustrating to have them in a vacation home. This cottage up north in Kewadin, MI was a retreat for East Lansing, MI residents, so they knew they had to do something when they realized the crawl space of the cottage was damp and starting to get moldy.

Our team visited the cottage and got right to work encapsulating the crawl space. We added Terrablock insulation on the floors and SilverGlo insulation to the walls to keep the crawl space warm before installing CleanSpace. This durable liner will provide a barrier to moisture and the antimicrobial additive that’s manufactured into the liner will keep mold away. Adding a SaniDry dehumidifier to eliminate the moisture in the air was the last step to making this cottage nice and dry.

This Kewadin, MI crawl space was riddled with moisture and mold. A surefire way to remedy the moisture problem in this crawl space was to install our durable CleanSpace material on the walls and ground to act as a vapor barrier. Dimple matting between the ground and CleanSpace material facilitated water flow to a new UltraSump system. This sump pump system safely removed any moisture from the crawl space. It was equipped with a battery-backup system so that it would continue to protect the space even during a power outage. A SaniDry CX dehumidifier protects the crawl space from any harmful water vapor in the air and helps keep building materials dry so that mold does not grow once again.  We used our Mold-X treatment to create a safer environment below the home so that the air rising into the spaces above would be clean and breathable. This crawl space is now dramatically improved and much safer and dryer. 

Diane called Ayers because she was looking to have her crawl space area waterproofed. We had a crew inspect her crawl space to determine the best installation. Our System Design Specialists recommended our CleanSpace solution. CleanSpace consists of a thick plastic with a vapor barrier property that protects from excess water and moisture. This surplus of moisture causes bacteria or mold to thrive which is the opposite of what Diane wanted so this will take care of that issue! The liner is placed over our Drainage Matting which is a dimpled mat that collects water and gives it a channel to flow to the sump or drainage system rather than collecting in puddles on the ground. Diane was stunned by the results now that her crawl space is protected and looking much cleaner!

Nick noticed after the storm that water moisture from the rain had entered his crawl space. He knew this could cause further damage, so he called Ayers for help. Our specialists visited his home to evaluate the space and make a recommendation. They decided to install CleanSpace, a highly durable vapor barrier lined with anti-microbial material and applied entirely to the crawl space floors and walls. CleanSpace aims to eliminate moisture, prevent mold growth, and withstand normal wear and tear. Nick loves his shiny new space!

In crawl spaces, we want to prevent any moisture and outside air from seeping in. These elements provide the perfect opportunity to for mold growth in your crawl space. Vented crawl spaces can also increase your energy bills by allowing cool air into your home. Ayers Basement Systems recommends installing the CleanSpace vent cover. They are made of plastic so they will not rot or rust and will permanently seal the air out and insulate your crawl space.