The Benefits Of Crawl Space Encapsulation

Crawl spaces are prone to dampness; moisture through groundwater, condensate, rainwater, etc. gets into space under your home. As the typical crawl space is vented, eventually the area dries out. This would not be a problem other than the fact that a damp crawl space invites the growth of mold and pests and diminishes the energy efficiency of the home. Crawl space encapsulation in Northbrook is the solution; space remains dry under all conditions.

Crawl space encapsulation:

There are two terms used:

• Crawl space sealing
• Crawl space encapsulation

Although these terms are often used interchangeably, they are not the same. Crawl space sealing covers the crawl space floor only. Crawl space encapsulation in Northbrook covers floors, walls, and the ceiling.

Before encapsulating:

Before encapsulation, the contractors will survey the crawl space, ensuring that any issues with excess water are taken care of first. It is usual to have a termite control company involved; if there is an infestation, the colony must be eliminated. As encapsulation will seal the space, any potential problems with combustibles, vermin, and moisture must be addressed first.

The benefits of crawl space encapsulation:

• Improve structure integrity: Wet soil can slowly undermine the footings and foundation of your home. As crawl space encapsulation ensures the soil surrounding the structure is kept dry, costly foundation repairs can be avoided.
• Save energy, be more comfortable: It is harder to heat and cool your home if there is a large differential in temperature between the crawl space and the home. Once the crawl space has been encapsulated, you will see significant savings in your heating and cooling costs.
• Eliminate mold and pests: Mold, mildew, and termites all thrive in dark, damp places. Mold and mildew can seriously jeopardize the health of anyone with asthma or other breathing problems and termites can destroy a home if not eliminated. Full encapsulation keeps out moisture and the problems associated with it.

The material used to encapsulate the crawl space is durable, puncture proof, and strong enough to support the weight of anything that you wish to store in the space.

Crawl space encapsulation in Northbrook seals the space under your house; it remains dry, free of mold and pests and reduces the cost of heating and cooling your home. You are invited to contact Nu-Crawl Seamless Crawlspace System for more information.