Crawlspace waterproofing aims to prevent water and moisture from intruding into the crawlspace area beneath a building. It involves various techniques and measures to ensure that the crawlspace remains dry and protected from water-related issues such as mold growth, structural damage, and poor indoor air quality.
There can be several signs that will indicate it might be necessary for crawlspace waterproofing. One of the most obvious signs is standing water on the crawl space floor, or a crystallized mineral deposit where a pool of water once stood. If a crawl space has a dirty floor, the presence of wet or muddy soil may indicate the need for installing a waterproofing system.
In the event that you need crawlspace waterproofing, there are many steps that you can take. You can install a perimeter drain pipe designed to capture seepage along the crawl space wall and floor. Alternatively, lay drainage matting, a dimpled plastic sheet that promotes good drainage over the entire crawl space floor.
You can install a good quality sump pump system, including a battery backup that will keep working even when the power goes out, and a dehumidifier can be placed in the space where it will dry out any dampness in the crawl space as well as automatically maintain a pre-set humidity level.
The added benefit of crawlspace waterproofing is that controlling the crawl space humidity gives you the ability to prevent the growth of mold and mildew, so contact us today for a free estimate!