Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Crawl Space Repair in Vanderbilt, MI

"You will need to become skinnier than you were at nine years old," reads the note for our installation crew from the system design specialist who diagnosed this crawl space's problems. Areas of the crawl space got as short as 6" and the majority of it was only around 18" high. In addition to moisture and energy loss problems, the floor above the crawl space was sagging, which meant the space needed SmartJack support posts to support the beams and level the floor. In addition to the SmartJacks, we used CleanSpace vapor barrier to encapsulate the crawl space and our Ultimate Energy Saver package to fully insulate and prevent further energy loss.

Crawl Space Entrance is a Tight Fit

Many crawl spaces don't have sufficient doors to protect the space from outside - or to protect the house from the crawl space.

Tiny Crawl Space in Vanderbilt

Areas of this crawl space were as short as 6" of clearance, which meant our guys had to be diligent at securing the CleanSpace and think lots of skinny thoughts.

Supplemental Support Beam Isn't Enough

When the homeowners noticed their floors sagging, they had a new crossbeam installed for support, but this wasn't enough.

Difficult Navigation in Crawl Space

In addition to the already low clearance, HVAC ducts and pipes created a maze in this crawl space.

Decaying Blocks Contribute to Crawl Space Sag

As water degrades blocks, they start to disintegrate, which puts the structural integrity of the crawl space in danger.

Water Damaged Crawl Space

Here, in one of the "tall" areas of the crawl space, you can see the extent of the damage. Rust on pipes and warping beams point to longstanding ambient moisture.

Vent Cover Keeps Elements Outside

Crawl space vents or unsecured doors are the same as having a window open in your house all the time - anything that's outside can easily get in. We covered this open space to seal off the crawl space.

CleanSpace Protects Crawl Space from Moisture

CleanSpace vapor barrier provides protection for the crawl space - and the home above it - from moisture.

SilverGlo Panels Add Insulation

SilverGlo panels are inorganic and waterproof, which means they provide insulation to the crawl space without harboring mold.

FrothPak Insulation Ensures Total Protection

Even with CleanSpace and SilverGlo panels, small gaps exist that can be a huge source of energy loss - this is where spray insulation comes in. It's also inorganic and waterproof, so it won't harbor mold, and it gets into all of the nooks and crannies of the crawl space