Inadequate Door on Gaylord Crawl Space
It's not difficult to guess why the crawl space was cold. In order to protect a crawl space - and your home above it - from the elements, it's essential to have an airtight door.
Poorly Insulated Crawl Space Leads to Cold Floors
Note the gaps in the boards and exposed fiberglass insulation. Common fiberglass insulation is a poor choice for crawl spaces, as air can move through it and it absorbs ambient moisture.
Sagging Support Beam in Crawl Space
Structural issues in crawl spaces - like sagging support beams - can cause even more headaches as floors in the home sink.
Inadequate Crawl Space Support Leads to Sagging
Cobbled together crawl space supports such as this aren't sustainable or reliable.
Gaylord Crawl Space is a Tight Fit
The crawl space is a pretty tight fit, but as long as a space is three blocks high, we can make it work.
SmartJack Support Posts Stabilize Crawl Space
SmartJack steel posts take the place of wooden support beams to ensure stability in the crawl space ceiling.
SilverGlo and CleanSpace Keep Crawl Space Warm and Dry
The CleanSpace vapor barrier system will protect the crawl space - and the house above it - from wind and cold temperatures, while SilverGlo insulation panels maintain the crawl space's temperature and eliminate the home's cold floors.
EverLast Crawl Space Door Protects Crawl Space
A final touch to crawl space encapsulation is the installation of an EverLast crawl space door, which ensures an airtight seal.
