Crawlspace Encapsulation
Vapor barriers, water management, and dehumidifiers for a dry, healthy crawlspace.
Crawlspace encapsulation: a dry, healthy space under your home.
Since as much as 50% of the air in your home can flow up from the crawlspace, it's important to keep this space as dry as possible to prevent mold and structural problems caused by excess moisture.
By encapsulating the crawlspace and adding a good dehumidifying system, we improve indoor air quality and make energy improvements inside your home. Every project starts by removing debris and directing water where it belongs — to a sump pump or a French drain — before the vapor barrier goes down.
- 6 mil and 12 mil reinforced vapor barriers
- Debris removal and ground preparation
- Water management: sump pumps and French drains
- Dehumidifier installation
- Waterproofing for a dry crawlspace
- Family-owned local team — Trappe & Maryland's Eastern Shore
Signs of crawlspace problems
Damp or standing water, rusty metal surfaces, mold, damp or rotten wood, musty odors, pests such as insects and rodents, water condensing on pipes, and dirty or damp fiberglass insulation are all signs that your crawlspace needs attention.
Better indoor air
Less moisture and fewer odors rising into your living space.
Protected structure
Keeping wood framing dry helps prevent mold and rot.
Energy improvements
A sealed, dry crawlspace is easier to heat and cool.
Frequently asked questions
We install both 6 mil and 12 mil reinforced vapor barriers. The right choice depends on your crawlspace and on how it will be used — we walk you through the options during the estimate.
In most cases, a good dehumidifying system is what keeps an encapsulated crawlspace dry over time. We size and install it as part of the project when it's needed.