Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Eliminating Water Problems from a Combination Basement/Crawl Space in Coloma, MI

Our customer called with a basement that was absolutely fine, but a problematic crawl space. Though small in comparison, the crawl space's building water issues were starting to cause problems throughout the combined space. There were also two old and decaying windows in the basement that they wanted to replace. We used CleanSpace vapor barrier to encapsulate the crawl space and stop it from wreaking havoc on the basement and the rest of the house, and installed vent covers on the crawl space vents to eliminate a point of entry for water and debris. We also replaced the windows and used FrothPak spray insulation to further seal problem areas.

Damp Crawl Space in Coloma

Water stains on the walls and the beginning stages of fiberglass insulation falling both point to water issues that are ramping up.

Poorly Covered Basement Window

This DIY attempt at keeping the basement windows sealed off shows how badly they needed to be replaced.

Fiberglass Insulation Out of Place in Crawl Space

Fiberglass insulation is pervasive but is a bad choice for a crawl space, or any other area with natural ambient moisture (humidity) issues. First, the paper backing is exactly the type of organic material that lets mold thrive. Second, the insulation itself absorbs the water in the air until it gets too heavy to stay up, and then simply falls to the ground. Waterproof and inorganic insulation is needed in a crawl space.

Old Windows Need to be Replaced

This old, outdated window needed an update for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

Crawl Space Vents Cause Problems

A crawl space vent is the equivalent of an open window - while they were once thought to improve air flow, what they really do is allow water and debris to enter your crawl space, and therefore your home.

Wrapping Support Piers for Extra Protection

In addition to sealing off the walls and floor, we also wrap support piers to protect them against the effects of ambient moisture and prevent eventual decay.

Crawl Space Encapsulation Creates Dry Space

The CleanSpace vapor barrier system seals off the crawl space from the effects of the elements, protecting your home from anything happening below it.