Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

When this Peaks Island, ME homeowner noticed the musty smell coming from their crawlspace, there had already been a moisture problem for some time. Looking to have this remedied, they hired us at TC Hafford Basement Systems, and we got our crew sent over to get the job done! To prevent future leakages from reaching the interior of the crawlspace, a Drainage Matting and CleanSpace liner were utilized to form a vapor barrier. This will brighten up the interior of the crawlspace and hold any moisture on the exterior of the space; allowing it to easily flow back out through the ground below. Finally, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed to eliminate any moisture still present in the space. This will ensure the crawlspace remains completely moisture-free for years down the road!

A Yarmouth, Maine home was under contract to sell when an inspection report showed a failing vapor barrier in the crawl space, and recommended that insulation be installed as well. We removed the old plastic and debris to prep the crawl space for installation. We use a two-step encapsulation system, with drainage matting and CleanSpace vapor barrier. Drainage matting controls the groundwater beneath the CleanSpace, and CleanSpace seals the moisture out so the crawl space stays dry. Spray Foam insulation was installed on the walls to improve the energy efficiency of the crawl space and home above.

This Livermore Falls, ME, homeowner had been dealing with a musty smell coming from their crawl space. Moisture and high humidity in a crawl space can not only lead to musty smells, but mold and mildew growth can be dangerous to breathe in. The homeowner needed help, so they called TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. The crawl space needed to be encapsulated to keep moisture and critters out, so CleanSpace with Drainage Matting was installed. Drainage Matting gets laid on the ground first to protect the CleanSpace and create a channel for groundwater to flow to a sump pump. CleanSpace is a durable vapor barrier that is attached to the walls and creates an inorganic barrier between the outside elements and the interior of the crawl space. Keeping moisture out prevents musty smells, and the homeowner no longer has to worry about damage being caused in their crawl space.

When a homeowner in Farmington, Maine, reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems, their crawl space was in desperate need of attention. Standing only about four feet high, the area had a dirt floor and excessive moisture, creating an uncomfortable and potentially damaging environment for the home. The homeowner was concerned about the long-term effects of the damp conditions and wanted an estimate for encapsulation.

After assessing the situation, our team determined that the best course of action would be to install a CleanSpace liner along with drainage matting to effectively control moisture. We also recommended a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier to maintain optimal humidity levels, along with spray foam insulation for added protection. The transformation was dramatic, turning the wet and unusable crawl space into a dry, clean, and energy-efficient area. The homeowner was extremely satisfied with the quality of work and the lasting benefits to their home.

We recently helped Lisbon, Maine homeowners who were experiencing odors from their crawl space, and indicated the crawl space often had a lot of moisture. Dirt floors allow moisture to seep into a crawl space, keeping it damp and musty. Over time, moisture can cause mold or rot to the wooden support beams for the home. When support beams weaken, it can cause sagging or sloping floors. We installed SmartJacks, which are steel posts, to provide added support to the home above. SmartJacks can be adjusted to even lift sagging floors back to level. We also encapsulated the crawl space with CleanSpace vapor barrier, which seals out moisture, keeping the crawl space protected.