The Starting Point - A Damp, Unhealthy Crawl Space
When our team arrived at this home in West Jefferson, NC, the crawl space was in rough shape. The insulation was falling apart, moisture had taken its toll on the wooden beams, and the air quality was poor. Years of humidity and water intrusion had created an environment that could affect the home's comfort and structure. This was the first step in a complete crawl space transformation.
Installing the SmartPipe Drainage System
Once the crawl space was cleared and prepped, our crew began installing a SmartPipe perimeter drainage system. This custom-designed pipe collects groundwater along the foundation walls and directs it toward the sump pump. The SmartPipe system is engineered to handle crawl space conditions without clogging, ensuring long-term protection against standing water and moisture buildup. This step laid the groundwork for a dry, healthy environment beneath the home in West Jefferson, NC.
Preparing the Ground for Encapsulation
After installing the drainage system, our team carefully graded and leveled the crawl space floor. This ensures proper water flow toward the sump system and creates a smooth, even base for the vapor barrier installation. You can already see how much cleaner and more organized the space looks compared to where it started. Each step of the process in this West Jefferson, NC home brings it closer to a clean, dry, and protected crawl space.
Installing the Drainage Matting Layer
With the ground prepped and leveled, our crew installed a drainage matting layer across the crawl space floor. This durable, dimpled mat creates an air gap beneath the vapor barrier, allowing water to flow freely toward the drainage system. It also helps protect the liner from punctures and improves overall durability. This step is crucial in creating a long-lasting, reliable encapsulation system for this West Jefferson, NC home.
Encapsulation and SmartSump Installation
With the drainage matting in place, our crew sealed the crawl space using a CleanSpace vapor barrier durable, bright, and engineered to lock out ground moisture. The yellow SmartSump system was installed to collect and pump out any water that enters the space, keeping it dry year-round. Every seam and pillar was tightly sealed to ensure full coverage and long-term protection. This stage marks a major milestone in transforming this West Jefferson, NC crawl space into a clean, conditioned environment.
Finishing Touch - SaniDry Sedona Installed
To complete this crawl space transformation, we installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier the most powerful, energy-efficient crawl space dehumidifier on the market. This system works with the encapsulation and sump pump to keep humidity and moisture levels controlled year-round. With every surface sealed and conditioned air circulating, this West Jefferson, NC crawl space is now clean, dry, and protected for the long haul. A once damp and damaged space is now a healthy foundation for the home above.