Before & After Photos

When our Design Specialist first entered this crawl space, it was very dirty and had evidence of water intrusion. Additionally, 2 areas of the foundation wall inside of the space had started to crack. The cracks in the foundation walls had been caused by many years of soil compression and expansion from water intrusion. In order to prevent further water damage, and therefore protect the structural integrity of this home, our crew needed to reinforce the foundation walls, and encapsulate the crawl space. To reinforce the cracked foundation walls, we installed several feet of Carbon Fiber Stitching across the cracks, holding them in place, and preventing them from growing. Carbon Fiber Stitching is 10 times stronger than steel, and will permanently hold the cracks in place - preventing future structural collapse. After the structural reinforcement was complete, our crew encapsulated the crawl space. This meant installing Perforated Piping around the entire interior perimeter to catch groundwater, and routing it to an UltraSump Pump, expelling it safely away from the home via an underground discharge line. Directly on top of the Piping, we laid down TerraBlock ground insulation, followed by our 20 Mil CleanSpace vapor barrier - transforming this formerly dirty, wet crawl space into a durable, bright and dry area that can be walked on and used as storage. To maintain the relative humidity within the space, we also installed a SaniDry Dehumidifier to clean, filter, and remove moisture from the air - creating a safe air environment both underneath, and inside of the home. To insulate the foundation walls, we installed SilverGlo Insulation, to reflect heat back into the home, and to prevent moisture from entering in through the walls. To seal all gaps, we applied Spray Foam along the edges of the SilverGlo - achieving a complete seal around the walls. Lastly, we installed an EverLast Access Door, which is made of rigid plastic that will never rot or discolor. This door closes tightly, leaving no gaps along the edges, making it impossible for rodents to enter the space. These homeowners can rest assured that the long term investment of their home is now protected by structural reinforcement and an encapsulation installed by the experts here at John's! It is also a great relief that their loved ones are now breathing clean, healthy air everyday inside of their family home. 

This homes crawl space had been stripped bare. No vapor barrier and now insulation. But the humidity levels were causing some issues, and the owners contacted John's Waterproofing about solutions. We sent out a design specialist who did a full crawl under the home and than began discussing options. After going over the differences between the standard fiberglass insulation and our encapsulation, which uses insulation made for the crawl space, the owners were eager to do the long term solution and have their space encapsulated. We installed a full interior drain system with a sump pump. We than laid down DrainMatt, TerraBlock insulation, and CleanSpace. The Walls were insulated and air sealed with spray foam, and we completed the job by installing a SaniDry dehumidifier. Now the space is set up to be properly insulated and remain dry and healthy. 

Standing water had been a persistent issue in this crawl space, which had created unhealthy air quality for inside of this home. Seeking professional waterproofing of their crawl space, this family contacted John's as their leading local experts. We sent out one of our Design Specialists to take a look. A thorough inspection verified the homeowners concerns, and indicated that the crawl space was in need of immediate, professional waterproofing. Due to the persistent saturation of this crawl space, our Specialist recommended the Gold Standard in crawl space waterproofing - a Full Encapsulation. The homeowner eagerly agreed to this proposed solution, as he wanted the highest quality and most effective waterproofing system installed. We scheduled his Encapsulation, and began drying out the saturated space with heavy-duty sump pumps and fans. Once the space was dry, we removed all debris, leaving a nice clean space to work and install the Encapsulation components.

First, our crew installed a TripleSafe Sump Pump at the lowest point inside of the space with a full interior perimeter drain system. These work together to collect and pump all water intrusion safely away from the home, through an underground discharge line. Our TripleSafe Sump Pump is a 3-pump-in-1 system, where each pump is activated if the one ahead of it fails, or is overwhelmed by water volume. The 3rd and final pump is fully battery-operated to ensure water expulsion away from the home even in the event of a power outage. Following this, we laid down TerraBlock padding to insulate the ground, and create a sturdy surface. Directly on top of the TerraBlock, as well as up onto the foundation walls, we placed our 20 Mil CleanSpace Vapor Barrier, to prevent water from seeping in through the ground and walls. CleanSpace is bright and white, transforming wet, dreary crawl spaces into clean and dry areas. It is also interlaced with carbon fibers, making it incredibly durable, and allowing it to come with a 25 year warranty against rips and tears. To maintain a safe relative humidity at all times, as well as a safe air quality, our crew installed a heavy-duty dehumidifier, which will run continuously, to clean and remove moisture, allergens, and toxins from the air, while preventing mold growth. This professional-grade machine protects the health of families everyday, and it's fully automatic operation saves families time while offering peace of mind. After the installation of these components, our crew sealed all original vents and attached an EverLast Access Door onto the original access point, to prevent rodents and debris from entering. Inside of the crawl space, our crew placed SilverGlo Panels onto the foundation walls, providing insulation by reflecting heat back into the home. All of the heavy-duty Encapsulation components have now been installed, and this homeowner can rest assuredly knowing that the stability of his home, and the health of his loved ones will be protected everyday from the devastating affects of non-mediated water damage. 

Water kept entering this home's crawl space even after these homeowners had tried to fix the problem themselves and even hired other companies. They realized that all of their solutions were only temporary, so they finally decided it was time to find a permanent solution. They called us up and scheduled their free visit. We went out and performed a thorough inspection, then met with the homeowners to discuss the findings and go over the best options to create a dry, healthy and stable crawl space. After answering some more questions, the homeowners signed the estimate and we started the project. First, we remove all of the debris, old vapor barrier and fiberglass insulation. Next, we dug a trench around the interior perimeter of the crawl space and in it we install a 3 inch perforated pipe into a silt sock. This will secure a safe passage for water to drain to the lowest point. Then, at this low point we install our SuperSump Plus system that will collect all of the water that enters and pump it outside of the home, away from the foundation through a discharge line. We make sure all of the vents get covered and sealed to prevent outside air from entering. We install TerraBlock onto the dirt floor of the crawl space which separates the home from the earth with an insulated barrier. On top of the TerraBlock, we install our CleanSpace system, and it is also anchored into the foundation walls, up to the rim joists. This is our 20 mil-thick liner that will not only protect the crawl space but will also brighten up the space with its clean, bright white finish. Lastly to finish up this project, we install our foam insulation directly onto the foundation walls, up to the rim joists. This is sprayed and expands, filling every crack and void to ensure a complete airtight seal. Now that the crawl space is fully encapsulated, the risk of water damage has been effectively eliminated. 

Nasty, neglected crawl spaces can quickly become detrimental to the structural components that support the weight of your home, as water intrusion into the space can damage foundations as well as wooden posts, piers, beams, etc. Additionally, wet crawl spaces can pose enormous health risks to your loved ones. This is because 40% of the air inside of your home comes from your crawl space, meaning whatever is beneath your feet, is also inside of your home. Homeowners seeking to protect the long term investment they have into their homes, as well as the health of their families, need look no further than their local waterproofing experts here at John's! Backed by over 50 years in the waterproofing industry, our crews install waterproofing systems with the highest level of knowledge, experience, and integrity every time, never stopping short of delivering WOW service to all customers. In the last 10 years, waterproofing experts have created the Gold Standard in crawl space protection - The Full Encapsulation System. This professional waterproofing system waterproofs, and seals crawl spaces entirely, preventing water, rodents and debris from being able to cause damage.

First, our crew installs perforated piping around the full interior perimeter of the space, to collect all groundwater. Once water enters the piping, it is routed to a SuperSump Pump, for immediate expulsion from the home. The piping and the pump ensures that water cannot damage the structural components of your home, and keeps the soil inside of your crawl space dense and strong to support the foundation. Next, 2 layers of floor coverings are installed - the first layer, TerraBlock, insulates the ground, followed by a 20 Mil Vapor Barrier, known as CleanSpace. These 2 layers work together to insulate the space, prevent moisture from seeping in through the ground, and they provide a sturdy, walkable surface. Encapsulated crawl spaces also protect the health of your family, by ensuring a safe relative humidity at all times, through the 24/7 operation of a heavy-duty Dehumidifier. Our Dehumidifiers run continuously, preventing mold growth while cleaning and removing moisture, allergens, and toxins from the air. Rigid plastic vent covers are placed over top of all original crawl space vents, to seal the outside of the space. EverLast Access Doors are also a necessary encapsulation component, as they leave no gaps around the edges when shut - making it impossible for rodents to enter. The final step in an encapsulation is the installation of Spray Foam Insulation onto the foundation walls. Spray Foam is sprayed on by our highly trained experts, with meticulous precision until every crevice and void is filled - creating a 100% air-tight seal inside of your crawl space. All of these professional-grade, expertly installed components work together to protect your home and loved ones. With proper yearly maintenance, encapsulations will last the life of your home, and will never stop offering you peace of mind in knowing that the investment you've made into your home is protected from catastrophic water damage.