Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Family Home in Solon Springs, WI Protected with Crawl Space Encapsulation and Support System
This home in Solon Springs, WI had been in the family for nearly 50 years. The crawl space support beams were failing and the homeowner was in need of a permanent solution. They contacted DBS after learning about our crawl space support systems.
DBS Design Specialist Nathan Schroeder went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation support work. Nathan saw failure of the existing support system and recommended installing SmartJack® stabilization beams to offer a permanent solution. This home was repaired by DBS Foreman Taylor Allen and his production crew.This crawl space support system consisted of 38 feet of supplement steel beam, running parallel to the crawl space dirt floor. From there, they installed 9 SmartJack® telescoping support posts. To encapsulate the dirt crawl space, they installed a vapor barrier called CleanSpace®. This thick poly sheet is place on top of a drainage matting layer and will assist in keep the dirt floor free from moisture build-up.
Finally, our crew applied closed-cell spray foam to the rim joists in the crawl space to insulate and air seal the space. This will prevent cold air, pests, and water from entering the space. Ultimately, this will protect the foundation, and allow for a more energy efficient home.
This home can now be enjoyed without worry of further structural damage!
Before Encapsulation in Solon Springs, WI
Open dirt directly beneath your home can lead to a host of issues. The wet dirt in your crawl space contributes to high humidity levels in your home and is a breeding ground for mold and pests.
Crawl Space Supports Bowing in Solon Springs
The main level of this Solon Springs home was sinking. After a thorough inspection by our foundation repair expert, we determined that additional support in the crawl space was needed.
Unsealed Holes in Foundation
Drilling holes in to the foundation for pipes, wiring, and other important utilities is common place. However, not properly air sealing hole afterwards allows cold air to freely flow into the crawl space or basement, making the rest of the home harder to heat.
Supported and Sealed Crawl Space in Solon Springs, WI
Sinking floors in this family home are now fully supported with a DBS SmartJack® System. Our team installed 9 SmartJack® posts total. These galvanized posts and telescoping and ideal for a crawl space setting.
Crawl Space Encapsulation in Solon Springs, WI
Our crawl space encapsulation crew installed a moisture barrier and rim joist insulation to properly protect this crawl space, and the living space above it.
