Crawl Space Hilton Head: Keep Your Home Dry
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Islands Crawlspace sits way down south in the heart of the humidity, and it is here that a problem exists that commonly gets forgotten. The smell of sweet tea and the heat from the suns rays often distract homeowners from noticing what is living beneath their feet.
You'd think that creaking floors and odor seeping from the crawl space would be a sign that something is wrong, but most just brush it off as a fluke smell. For those homeowners that have previously encapsulated their crawl space, many go without noticing that their crawl space exhaust fan has been out for months. During the summer, crawl space humidity rises every day and decreases the air quality in the crawl space and in some cases in the home in general. In these situations, crawl space vapor barrier is the only form of protection and one of the only solutions to the ever-present crawl space moisture problem. As contractors that have been in this space for longer than we care to admit, we have seen it all. We have seen the crawl space vent and crawl space grate clogged with mold, we have seen water deep enough to hold live fish, and we have smelled odor that would collapse a grown adult. The crawl space is one of the most important but most forgotten places in your home, the damage that can be caused to your crawl space, jack posts and your crawl space liner can cause your home to decay from the bottom up. We aren't saying that every person on the planet neglects their home and doesn't regularly have a crawl space inspection, but more common than not, people put it on the back burner and go years without even opening their crawl space door or sticking a flashlight in the crawl space access well. The harm that can be done by not keeping up with your crawl space home inspections and cleaning can end up being very detrimental to the structure of your home. It might even be worth installing a crawl space ladder and crawl space lights to better access and inspect your crawl space foundation. This might not seem to be worth it but in the end, I assure you that it will be. Another minor tool that can easily be installed and will help is the purchase of a crawl space lock for your crawl space hatch. The majority of people will simply buy a cover instead of a quality lock. What people don't realize is that your crawl space unlocked could be a new house for the homeless animals and other critters around your home. |
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What is Crawlspace Encapsulation?
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As much fun as it sounds to go out and buy yourself a DIY encapsulation kit and YouTube "crawl space encapsulation diy," you probably have a lot better things to do than spend hours under your house. Imagine spending every Saturday for an entire summer attempting to apply crawl space plastic to all the walls. As informative as YouTube repair videos are; you will quickly come to understand that crawl space encapsulation contractors are worth their weight in gold.
The crawlspace encapsulation process (also known as crawlspace repair) is quite logical. A contractor goes into the crawl space access and completely seals your home from the moisture that will inevitably make it's way inside. Crawl space companies and contractors are your solutions to those that say "my crawl space keeps flooding" and "I am tired of all the crawl space clean up". Contractors have your waterproofing needs covered no matter what your crawl space height may be. Your google search for "Crawl space repair near me" will most certainly turn up multiple crawl space repair companies in your area, especially being that we will here in the greater Savannah area where moisture is so commonplace. These businesses have access to all repair products, supplies, and drainage tools. We have whatever you may need. From a crawl space sump pump to a dehumidifier. We also carry various levels of crawl space fans depending on your budget. Remember if you are like most people you probably won't need to have your crawl space excavated. Excavation is not needed if you catch your water problem early enough. The crawl space conversion is a simple but complex process that most professionals can fix within one construction day. After your home is properly sealed and ventilated; your home will be safe from crawl space mold and sagging floors. All of your worries will be taken care of once and for all. Most crawl space companies know the ins and the outs of the entire process and have years of experience. Do not hesitate to call and get a crawl space repair estimate, in fact, get as many as you possibly can because they are free. When a company like Island Crawlspace comes out t give a free estimate the process is simple. One of our professionals will first open up the crawl space door and remove the ground cover, once the professional go inside they will be able to tell you if you are in need of repair. Our professionals base this on the level of decay, amount of yellow mold, and how much water is in the crawlspace. When searching out the best company to do your encapsulation repair, it's not a bad idea to use yelp crawl space. Yelp will assist you in finding the best crawl space encapsulation reviews that will give you the best idea of which company will be the best for you in your neck of the woods whether you live right here in Savannah or another outskirt. We can promise you that you will love the way that a waterproof seal will protect your home and give your home a larger lifespan. Now that you know more about the process and about why it is so necessary, don't be like the thousands of people that lose their homes out of pure laziness. Go down into the crawl space basement and check to see if you are a victim of water damage. |
What Our Customers Have To Say
Positive: "Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value"Islands Crawlspace did an excellent job encapsulating our crawl space. We had just purchased a 30 year old home and had new hardwood floors installed in the great room. The news floors began cupping but the old hardwood floors did not. Greg informed us that this was due to humidity down in the crawl space rising up through the floors. Once the encapsulation was completed, it didn’t take long for our new hardwood floors to lay flat like the other hardwood floors. It’s a relief to know that our crawlspace is clean and dry. We are also impressed how Greg and his crew stand by their work and continue to serve our needs. Outstanding customer service!
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, ValueWe are extremely happy with the results of the encapsulation that Islands Crawlspace completed in our crawlspace. Islands Crawlspace came out when they said they would and were always true to their word. Greg kept us informed every step of the process and was a blessing during this very concerning issue with our house.
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, ValueOur floor joists were routinely rotting out from moisture problems, and furniture and walls and doors molded up. The situation was terrible. We got quotes from Islands Crawlspace and another company. Islands Crawlspace had a quote $8000 cheaper and offering more services than the competition. These people are very hard working and overall do a very good job. Over the course of the project we encountered many unexpected developments, to be expected when you are trying to fix problems 50 years old or more. Every issue was addressed and taken care of. We got an airtight, water tight crawlspace with a sump pump, lined with 90 mil plastic and absolutely beautiful.
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Signs of Damaged Crawl Space
Crawl Space Support PiersSupport piers exist to offer support, but if mold and moisture takes its toll, their integrity is compromised.
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Cost to Encapsulate CrawlspaceThe cost of an encapsulated crawlspace varies from house to house here in the Savannah, Georgia area
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When to Encapsulate CrawlspaceSagging floors directly above your crawl space usually means moisture has begun to do damage to your home.
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Crawl Space Piers
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Many of us don't think about the science behind the structure of a home, nor do we give much thought to why our homes actually stand up straight and don't fall down over time. Crawl space piers place a big part into the structure and foundation of your home. For the homes that are built with crawlspaces it is absolutely crucial that support piers are put in place. These piers offer support to the home as their name suggests.
Moisture and mold over time can do some real damage to anything in its path, especially residential structures like your home. As silly an example as this may sound, think for a minute about what happens to the quality of bread as mold starts to grow all over it. Of course it is unattractive and no edible any longer, but have you ever tried to pull apart a piece of moldy bread? It's highly unlikely, but for those that have they can testify that bread becomes absolutely worthless as soon as mold and moisture enter or contaminate that piece of bread. Crawl space joist repair may need to be done to be one hundred percent sure that the structure of your home hasn't been damaged by moisture or mold. The things going on under your house, especially when you live in humid places like Savannah Georgia, are of utmost importance to the value of your home. Keeping your crawl space dry and free of standing water and ensuring that you don't have a crawl space flood zone on your hands is just one of many things that need to be done to keep your home safe from decaying. |
Encapsulation Costs
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By this point, I am sure that you have this burning question in your mind, "how much does it cost?" This question is not one that can be easily answered with a one-word answer because every person's house is a different size and the level of rot will be different. For example, if you live right here in Savannah, there is a certain level of humidity that might not be the same as someone living in Richmond Hill, Hilton Head, or Statesboro. The cost always varies and is not the same for everyone. If the cost is something you are worried about it might be worth looking around to see if you cant find a crawl space repair coupon or a crawl space repair discount code. In most cases, the company you contract out can have you do things to lower the overall cost, or possibly put you on a payment plan. Cash always speaks and if you can put up the cash you will always receive a discount. Some factors that go into the price of repair are:
The cost of cleaning depends on the level of decay. The crawl space insulation cost depends primarily on the square feet of foam and floor insulation that must be replaced. The wall insulation will rarely be replaced because water doesn't usually reach that deep into the home. If your home is one that has suffered from years of moisture and bacterial growth you may have to pay more because you could have to get crawl space floor joist repair. Which is a very extensive construction job and will often take much longer than a home with regular damage. If after receiving your estimate you come to the conclusion that it is out of your price range; don't lose hope just yet because in some instances crawlspace encapsulation does qualify for a tax credit and there are things that you can do on your own to slow down the level of decay. Lastly, for the DIY men and women out there, your local Lowes will carry several tools that can help you:
These are just a few of these tools that you yourself can buy and install to prolong the life of your home. If you are willing to get your hands a little dirty and do your own crawl space, it might be worth risking it and waiting until you have saved a little more money to get your crawl space encapsulated. |
Do I Need to Encapsulate My Crawlspace?
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The only reason I would suggest not getting your house encapsulated is if you love a moldy house that has sagging floors and a lake under it. Who knows, maybe you are someone that enjoys having a crawl space encapsulation flood zone as a swimming pool. As awesome as it would seem to have your own lake to go fishing in right under your house; it is most likely not the best thing to have.
If your crawl space opening has any sort of water leaking from it you need to have a crawl space water removal company take a visit. The waterproofing of your crawl space is crucial to the safety and longevity of your home. If you even think that your house is in need of some tender loving care, pick up your phone, find the best crawl space repair reviews, and give that company a call and schedule an appointment. It is worth knowing if you need your crawl space fixed or not. You can't put a price on peace of mind. Even if you are planning on moving soon it is worth examining. You don't want to get to the point where you are ready to sell home and find out that it can not be sold because it is deemed unsafe to live in. At that point, it will cost you far more to get a last minute inspection and encapsulation. If you need it done, get it done now! All it usually takes is one solid look under your home to see the standing water and mold building up around the support beams. If there is mold, standing water, rotting wood, or any sign of humidity or vapor it is time to get an estimate and get your home coated with a protective seal. Almost always the protective seal will be free from problems and will not need to be replaced in the lifetime of your home. If you are buying a home you should be conscientious of the crawl space and what kind of condition that it is in. The best thing to do if the home you want to purchase is in need of repair is to have the current owners pay for the repairs or take the repair cost off of the price of the home. As you can see, understanding the simple tricks and tips behind knowing if a home is in need of encapsulation can and will save you money in the end. Do your research and become knowledgeable and your intelligence will pay dividends. If you live here in Savannah, GA and your home does not need repairs right now, the odds are that it will in the near future. The best thing to do is get your home encapsulated the second that you become in possession of it. It is better to be safe than sorry. Having your home encapsulated even though it doesn't need it will still increase the value of your home and will be worth the investment. |