Crawl Space Encapsulation in Ann Arbor Protects Your Foundation

A crawl space is a small space between the ground and the home that provides a buffer between the home and the earth below. The earth underneath the home is very damp and moves frequently, impacting the foundation. Having crawl space encapsulation Ann Arbor helps to protect against this excess humidity by installing a vapor barrier as insulation to protect your home's foundation.

Most homes with a well-built crawl space may never have to get crawl space encapsulation. This is because proper drainage keeps rainwater away and keeps the crawl space dry. Additionally, the low humidity of the climate may minimize the need to get encapsulation. However, if your home's crawl space is damp and experiences high humidity, this can cause major structural damage to your foundation.

Do you have a crawl space foundation and wonder if you need encapsulation? Our team at Ann Arbor Foundation Repair Experts can help!

Loamy soil dominates this area of Michigan. Unfortunately, this soil type can retain a lot of moisture. While this isn't much of a threat to a home with well-built crawl spaces, it can become a nightmare for homeowners with bad crawl spaces underneath their homes. Moisture problems underneath the home cause wood rot, mold, corrosion,  and pest infestation. It can even take a toll on your family's health. If your crawl space has humid air, it may be time for crawl space encapsulation for your Ann Arbor home. Here are some good reasons to get this service.

• It provides improved air quality in your house and air inside your crawl space. 
• Crawl space encapsulation in Ann Arbor reduces the musty odors coming from vents. 
• It keeps dangerous pests such as termites at bay.
• Encapsulated homes can improve the energy efficiency of your home. 
• A vapor barrier decreases excess moisture, minimizing the possibility of sagging floors and other water damage.
• It prevents mildew and mold growth which can protect your family's respiratory health. 

These are just a few outstanding reasons to get crawl space encapsulation. One of our contractors can inspect your space and provide solutions for your crawl space. Are you ready to create much more comfortable living conditions in your home? Contact us today to schedule your no-obligation inspection and get a FREE estimate.

Once our contractors have determined that you have a moisture problem in your crawl space, we must work quickly to fix the problem. A damp crawl space can cause a tremendous amount of structural damage to your foundation, leading to costly damages. 

• Before we begin, you may have to get much-needed repairs for structural issues, walls, or other crawl space problems. If you don't have to deal with removing pests, water issues, or getting mold remediation, we can immediately start installing vapor barriers in your crawl space. 
• Our heavy-duty plastic sheets should be enough to keep the ground moisture from seeping into the wood and metal spaces in your foundation. However, there are times when humidity may be so high in your crawl space we may recommend a dehumidifier. Running this occasionally will minimize humidity and help reduce that musty, earthy smell coming through your crawl space vents. 
• In addition to a dehumidifier, we may recommend a sump pump or a drainage system to help minimize standing water that may be present in your crawl space. 
• Within a few hours, our team can seal out humidity, protecting it from moisture damage for over 15 years. 

Don't let moisture beneath your home cause irreversible damage. Call today for an inspection and get a FREE quote on this outstanding service. 

Our foundation experts have spent over 20 years fixing and securing the foundation of homes and businesses in the local area. Not only have we performed crawl space repair, but most homeowners have achieved a dry crawl space with our outstanding solutions. 

Our experts have discovered and perfected the best way to fix foundation problems in Ann Arbor and other parts of Michigan for decades. We work quickly and diligently to solve your foundation problems, big or small. Whether you have crawl spaces, basements, or slab foundations, you can rest assured that our experts will fix your problem using an award-winning foundation process. 

Call today to learn more about the many foundation repair solutions we provide for homeowners and businesses in the local area.