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Expert Crawlspace Encapsulation Contractor
Basement Systems, Inc. has designed the perfect solution for crawl spaces. The CleanSpace® system was designed to isolate the home from the earth completely and permanently. It is installed along the crawl space floor and up the walls sealing (encapsulating) the crawl space. For many years people have been using 6-mil plastic to seal up crawl spaces in an attempt to resolve the many problems associated with the vented, unprotected crawl spaces. Unfortunately 6-mil plastic is very flimsy, difficult to attach to walls and does not provide an adequate solution.
The CleanSpace® liner is a heavy 20 mil thick material similar to a pool liner. It is a manufactured 7 layer blend of high and low density polyethylene and two layers of polyester cord reinforcement. The CleanSpace® liner is tough enough for you to crawl on and allows you to use your crawl space as a storage area. CleanSpace® is also coated with an anti-microbial agent to resist mold and bacteria growth.
Some of the advantages that can be achieved by installing CleanSpace® are:
Reduction in Mold Levels
Reduction in Utility Bills
Warmer Floors in the Winter
Reduced Swelling and Cracking of Wood Floors and Trim
Reduced smells from the Crawl Space
Reduced insect infestation
Turning a nasty crawlspace into a useful storage area
Crawl Spaces
Heating and Cooling
The heating and cooling costs are higher in a home with a vented dirt crawl space. During the summer, vents let warm humid air in and make the house harder to air condition as all this moisture needs to be wrung out of the air by the HVAC units.
In the winter the vents let in cold air, which causes very cold, uncomfortable floors upstairs and higher heating costs.
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Humidity Levels and Mold
Crawl Spaces are notorious for being damp and moldy as well as a popular hideout for all kinds of insects and critters. A damp crawlspace environment can be both unhealthy to the homeowner as well as destructive to the home.
Dirt crawl spaces have the high humidity levels necessary for mold growth. It is not uncommon to see 50% to 90% humidity levels in dirt crawl spaces that have never been flooded. Mold thrives and reproduces in these high humidity levels by producing airborne spores by the millions. Mold can grow on any organic material such as wood, insulation, dirt, and carpet.
We know that warm air rises. As heat rises, the natural air movement in a home is upward. Air escapes out of the upper levels, and is drawn upward from the lower levels. Mold spores, odors, and humidity coming from the crawlspace create an uncomfortable environment for people. The natural airflow sucks the moist air and everything in it up from the crawl space and into the living areas of the home. Many people are allergic to these things, and experience a host of symptoms while not realizing that their dirt crawl space is affecting their health.
Reducing the humidity level in you crawl space can also reduce the spreading of mold spores under your house. Mold needs only three things to thrive; an organic material, the right temperature range and moisture. Controlling the amount of moisture is the one thing a homeowner can do to battle the potentially damaging affects of mold. Depriving mold of moisture will stop it from growing but will not actually kill the mold. Existing mold will still remain. Reports however have shown that mold will remain dormant as long as humidity levels are reduced below 40%.
For information on mold from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) go to www.moldtips.com
Crawl Space Dehumidifier
Automatically controls humidity level to prevent crawl space mold growth, wood rot, and odors.
Removes up to 100 pints of water from crawl space air per day.
Drains water automatically to sump or condensate pump.
Filters mold spores and other particles from the crawl space air.
The most effective and efficient way to dry your crawl space
Your crawl space sucks in outside air. When outside air enters the cool crawl space, this leads to high humidity and condensation, which causes mold growth and odors.
The most effective and efficient way to dry your crawl space and upper living space is with the SaniDry Sedona high-performance crawl space dehumidifier and air system.
Why is the SaniDry Sedona the best dehumidifier for crawl spaces?
Our top recommended compact dehumidifier for crawl spaces, the high-performance SaniDry Sedona, is specifically designed to keep damaging crawl space moisture under control.
SaniDry Sedona Features
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Reduces and controls humidity to help prevent mold, mildew, and musty odors.
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Removes up to 100 pints of water per day from the crawl space air.
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Automatic drainage means no messy water tray to empty. Water drains automatically to a sump pump or condensate pump.
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Set it and forget it controls automatically maintain the ideal humidity level and restart the unit when power is restored after an outage.
Two Steps to a Dry Crawl Space: SaniDry Sedona + CleanSpace Encapsulation System
Building scientists recommend crawl space encapsulation to control crawl space moisture. Basement Systems' crawl space encapsulation process includes two main steps:
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Isolate the crawl space from moisture in the soil and outside air using the heavy-duty CleanSpace vapor barrier and covers to seal vent openings in the foundation.
Some states require the installation of a sump pump in a sealed crawl space. Check with your local contractor about specific building code requirements.
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Dry out the air in the crawl space and maintain proper humidity levels with a crawl space dehumidifier.
In colder climates, adding rigid foam insulation to sealed crawl space walls can help eliminate condensation on cold surfaces, which reduces the chance of mold and rot. It can also reduce energy loss from air ducts, make first-level floors warmer, and minimize drafts.
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Foundation Specialties of NWA is your LOCAL Foundation repair Contractor and has been for
decades. We use the best products and practices in the industry. When it comes to
foundation stabilization, basement waterproofing, or crawl space support we are the NWA experts!
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