Transforming a Nasty Crawl Space in Stoutsville, OH
- This dirt and gravel crawl space is full of debris, and it is not properly sealed. This environment is most likely contributing to the moisture, dampness, and unpleasant odors the homeowners are noticing.
- Thick drainage matting is placed on the crawl space floor to enhance the durability of the material used to encapsulate the crawl space.
- The health and appearance of the crawl space is improved by an encapsulation project with CrawlSeal liner.
Challenge
As they moved into their house and began to make it their own, new homeowners in Stoutsville, OH, started to notice some issues with the almost 60-year-old dwelling. Upon further investigation around the house, the owners detected moisture, odors, and other nuisances within the crawl space.
The owners would like to make this their home for the foreseeable future, so they wanted to address these problems right away. During their research into potential repairs, the homeowners found information about Ohio Basement Authority online. They were motivated to contact us so they could meet with one of our inspectors and learn more about how we could help them.
Inspector Zeke Fowler completed a thorough evaluation of the crawl space, noting this area under the house was dirty and filled with debris, and it lacked proper insulation and lining. Zeke discussed his findings with the homeowners, as well as their repair goals. After the owners met with another contractor who they said was quite pushy and expensive, they were not sure what to expect. But after Zeke presented the owners with our reliable crawl space repair solutions, the owners were eager to move forward with the project.
Solution
Foreman Jose De Jesus Tellez Ortiz and his crew then transformed the nasty crawl space into a healthier area.
First, they cleared the crawl space of any debris and failing liner or insulation. After they smoothed out the gravel floor to make it more level, they placed drainage matting on the floor. This thick material enhances the durability of the encapsulation material.
The crawl space was then encapsulated in CrawlSeal liner. Similar to swimming pool liner, the thick and durable CrawlSeal liner completely seals the crawl space to isolate the area from the earth. CrawlSeal acts as a moisture and vapor barrier, and it helps insulate the crawl space.
The homeowners are pleased these reliable products were used in the repair project to help them create a safer and healthier crawl space and home.
Project Summary
Installing Contractor: Ohio Basement Authority
Inspector: Zeke Fowler
Foreman: Jose De Jesus Tellez Ortiz
Products Installed: CrawlSeal Liner, Drainage Matting
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