Job completed for Tight Crawl Space Encapsulation in Barboursville, WV

Our crew lined the ground with 12-mil liner reinforced with an antimicrobial finish, then insulated the rim joists and foundation walls with open- and closed-cell foam, creating a continuous airtight seal with the liner. We installed a smart drainage system at the rear of the crawl space to keep more water from entering, plus a dehumidifier and encapsulation door to keep moisture from building back up.

What causes a wet crawl space in Barboursville, WV

Bare soil releases water vapor all the time, even when it looks dry, and that vapor rises into the crawl space and the wood above it. Many homes around Barboursville sit on fill or on slopes cut into hillsides, where water collects behind and beneath foundations. Because of the stack effect, air from the crawl space is pulled up into the living area, so a musty crawl space becomes a musty house. Bringing the crawl space inside the home’s thermal envelope also lightens the load on the heating and cooling equipment.

If your Barboursville-area property has a similar problem, start with our crawl space repair information, then look at West Virginia basement waterproofing options. You can also see how we work in your area on our Charleston service area page, or request a free estimate.