Encapsulating, or at least sealing crawl spaces is a popular solution for avoiding indoor moisture issues. It is similar to the lining added to swimming pools to avoid leaks. A heavy-duty polyethylene barrier is added to completely cover your crawl space - usually the floors, foundation walls, and sometimes even ceiling. Innovative Restoration is the most trusted company in Townsend & Walland, TN for crawl space encapsulation services since 2009.
Since up to 50% of household air can flow up from your crawl space, it’s important to keep it as clean and dry as possible. Common issues that lead people to seal their crawl space:
Water vapor enters the crawl space from the ground (even through cement), leading many people to encapsulate their crawl space to keep the moisture out. Adding a crawl space vapor barrier and dehumidifier is widely accepted as the best way to improve indoor air quality and make energy improvements inside your home. Benefits of creating a Vapor Barrier:
This water vapor barrier is most effective when it completely covers your crawl space, and sealing tape is used to connect the barrier pieces throughout the area. Once your space is completely sealed, the final piece of encapsulation is controlling the air to maintain a healthy humidity level.
The most common way to do this is by adding a dehumidifier to regulate your crawl space’s moisture level. This barrier and dehumidifier combination protects the crawl space from excess moisture and all the problems that come along with it.
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To get started on the water removal process of your property, call Innovative Restoration today at 865-217-0545. You can fill out our quick online form or speak to one of our friendly, knowledgeable representatives for more information and schedule your free, in-home design consultation in Loudon, Lenoir City, Harriman, Walland, Townsend, Cookeville, and surrounding areas of Knoxville & Mascot, TN.