New Kent, VA: Before Crawl Space Repair Moisture Damage
moisture enters the crawl space through open vents and the porous cinderblock foundation.
Before Crawl Space Repair Vapor Barrier & Insulation
Insulation is sagging from holding moisture and water pools on the vapor barrier. Moisture is trapped in the crawl space causing mold growth on the joists.
Before: Mold in Crawl Space
Due to high humidity in the crawl space, mold has begun to grow on the joists.
New Kent, VA: After Vapor Barrier & Blocked Vents in Crawl Space
A vapor barrier is laid down on the floor of the crawl space to seal the home off from the earth. The vents are blocked to keep outside air carrying moisture from entering the space.
After: Spray Foam in Crawl Space
Spray foam insulation is applied to the crawl space walls
After: Spray foam on crawl walls and rim band
Spray foam insulation is applied to the rim band, over blocked vents, and on the crawl space walls. Closed Cell Spray Foam acts as an effective air barrier and applied at 1.5" or more is also acting as a vapor retarder - resisting the flow of moisture.
After: Insulated Crawl Space Door
To complete the encapsulation, and keep outside air and moisture from entering through the crawl space door.
