Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Making a Crawl Space Warm and Dry

A homeowner in Charles Town, WV had a vented dirt crawl space. In the winter, vents let cold air directly into the home. Floor insulation was sagging away from the sub floor and the cold air gets above it - rendering the insulation useless. The crawl space was also retaining moisture. The team at 3 Pros Basement Systems knew just what to do. We installed a Clean Space encapsulation system, Smart Pipe, and a Smart Drain. We also installed an Everlast Crawl Space door. Now this crawlspace is dry and warm! There are less drafts, lower fuel and electric bills, and this homeowner's house is much more comfortable.

Homeowners in WV had a wet and cold crawl space

This homeowner had a vented crawl space, allowing cold air and moisture inside. The moisture was causing mold, mildew, and colder rooms above.

A Vented, Dirt Floor Crawl Space

Millions of homes were built with vented dirt crawl spaces. Now all building scientists agree - that was a big mistake.

The SmartPipe Crawl Space Drain System is Installed

The SmartPipe Crawl Space Drain System is a custom-designed drainage system made especially for dirt crawl spaces. This is the first (and only) drainage system that's been designed specifically for crawl spaces!

Dimple Matting is Installed

A dimpled plastic drainage matting is installed across the floor to create an airspace and a thermal break.

Clean Space Liner is Installed

A heavy duty, 20 mil thick CleanSpace crawl space encapsulation liner is installed permanently across the dirt floor. It is sealed with mechanical fasteners to the walls and spiked to the floor. CleanSpace features Ultrafresh antimicrobial ingredients in the product.

Spray Foam is Installed

Closed cell spray foam is installed on the walls and rim joists with an average thickness of 2 inches. Now this home is fully encapsulated! It's warm and dry, making the whole house healthier and more comfortable.