Crawl Space Solutions for Water Issues

When you walk downstairs in your basement, do you immediately "feel" the dampness? Smell the mold/mildew? Notice condensation on the windows? If you answered yes to any of these, you should have a professional take a look at your crawl space.  There are several options that can seal the area between the floor and the ground beneath your foundation.

One may ask... just what is the purpose of a crawl space? According to Wikipedia, "The crawl space's functions include providing access to repair plumbing, electrical wiring, and heating and cooling systems without the need for excavation. Building insulation can also be installed in a crawl space. The crawl space can provide a protective buffer between the damp ground and the wooden parts of a home and, with adequate sealing, help with radon mitigation.

So, the crawl space is obviously an important part of your home's functionality, however it is often overlooked and ignored until there are issues. Some things you may notice that could signal red flags for your crawl space and overall foundation health include:

• Musty odors permeating throughout your home
• Condensation on windows
• Crawl space water/moisture
• Sinking floors
• Rotting around your wood frame
• Insects or animals residing inside the crawl space
• Buckling hardwood floors

If any of these sound familiar to you, you may want to reach out to a foundation repair or crawl space professional. If you're located in the Kansas City metro, you can reach out to PierMagic Foundation Specialists. They offer a solution that can improve your home's air quality and eliminate moisture by the means of a crawl space encapsulation. Encapsulating your home's crawl space is an appropriate solution to avoid and remove any moisture issues you are currently experiencing.

Angi's recently published an article titled, "How Much Does It Cost to Encapsulate a Crawl Space?" This article highlights the cost breakdown, including the following aspects:

• Inspection
• Drainage and Cleaning
• Foundation Waterproofing
• Foundation Wall Insulation
• Vapor Barrier Installation
• Sealing Vents/Holes
• Drainage System (sump pump, French drains)

It's important to work with a foundation/crawl space repair company that resides and is locally owned within the area your home resides. Why is this important? There are literally thousands of soil types and combinations across the US. You want to have an expert in the area you're located. As an example, PierMagic is locally owned and operated in Kansas City, MO. They are experts on Missouri and Kansas soil and have extensive experience on how clay soil impacts your foundation, and ultimately your crawl space. The limited air flow and moisture in your crawl space will have a damaging impact on your family's air quality and energy consumption if left untreated.

Crawl space encapsulation has several benefits that will improve your home's air quality, remove moisture, and increase energy efficiency (reducing energy bills).

Be sure to do your homework and ask questions! If you need any advice or suggestions, please feel free to reach out to PierMagic. We're here to help. 816-765-4800.