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This homeowner was concerned about the amount of water entering into his crawlspace and the damage it was causing to his foundation. Being from the coastal area, water concerns are very common. After inspection, Jacob suggested installing our patented Cleanspace waterproofing system, a Smart Sump pump with an Ultra Sump back up battery system, and Mold X.

Cameron and his team quickly began to work towards waterproofing Paul's crawlspace. They installed out patented Cleanspace encapsulation system which serves to completely keep out all moisture and act as a barrier for insulation. This was installed with a Smart Sump pump with the backup battery Ultra Sump so that if power should go out, the sump pump will continue to work. We also used Mold-X which is a highly effective cleaner for the mold contaminated beams in the crawlspace.

Now that our waterproofing system is in place, Paul no longer has concerns over water entering his crawlspace and causing water damage and mold.

Our crew went to a job in Arch City. The customer called our office complaining of water leakage into their basement and crawlspace combo. Our team installed a TripleSafe sump pump, a WaterGuard system, CleanSpace liner, and a SmartDrain in order to solve their current water intrusion problems and prevent future issues from occurring. This customer now has a dry and healthy basement-crawlspace combo for years to come. 

Our crews went to a job in Warrenton. The customer had called our office complaining leaky basement walls. Our inspector, Zezar suggested installing our patented WaterGuard drainage system. The homeowner happily agreed and Delfino and his team quickly set out to stop Jake's basement walls from leaking. WaterGuard works by collecting wall seepage and draining it to the Super Sump sump pump. It is placed in the footing of the basement floor and is virtually invisible once the job is finished. The Super Sump is a full-featured system that includes all the best components available and has top performance year after year.

The homeowner now has a dry and healthy basement for years to come.

These homeowners in Tolovana Park simply wanted to enjoy their basement all year long, but consistent water intrusion hindered this from happening. So they gave us a call and our crews went out to solve the problem. Our crews installed BrightWall paneling on all of the basement walls. BrightWall paneling intercepts any water coming in through the walls and channels it down to the WaterGuard piping system along the lower perimeter of the basement. The WaterGuard is designed to never clog up with silt or sediment as it guides the water straight through the sump pump.

Our crews also installed a TripleSafe sump pump in the basement. The TripleSafe has three separate pumps. That means that if there's ever a plumbing leak or too much water for the main pump to handle the backup pump kicks in. Together, those two pumps can remove up to 6,200 gallons of water per hour out of the basement. The third pump kicks in if there's ever a power outage since it's battery operated. The TripleSafe also has a built-in WaterWatch alarm system which will alert the homeowner in the event of a plumbing leak before any damage has occurred.

A SaniDry XP dehumidifier was also installed. The SaniDry eliminates damp and musty odors in the basement by drying and filtering the air. If the air in the basement is healthier, so is the rest of the home. Now the homeowners can enjoy their basement, no matter what season it is, for years to come. 

This homeowner called because he had water in his crawlspace. Our inspector was surprised when he went under the home to see exactly how much water there was. This wet space was not only causing cold drafts through the home, it was beginning to rot the home's foundation. 

We suggested our CleanSpace Encapsulation system to take care of the water issues and create a healthy space. In addition to this, he recommended replacing the rotted posts with our Smart Jack posts. Our CleanSpace System includes a perimeter drain to collect water as it comes into the crawlspace and a sump pump to route the water too. Once the drainage is in place our crews install the patented CleanSpace, a 20 mil thick vapor barrier that is anti-microbial and designed to resist tearing or ripping. The final piece of the system is a dehumidifier to keep the relative humidity under 50%. This prevents any chance of mold growth in the space. 

Our crews then replaced the rotten posts with SmartJacks to finish the job. 

This homeowner already had a sump pump but realized that it was not working efficiently. She also wanted to make sure her basement was waterproofed because her house was for sale. Our inspector, Daniel, noticed that there was water getting into the basement and suggested installing our patented Waterguard system and a sump pump.

Once the homeowner agreed to our recommendations Tim and his team quickly went to work. They installed our patented WaterGuard perimeter drain system which collects wall seepage and directs the water to the sump pump. Bree chose to have a SuperSump sump pump installed which has a built-in alarm system for when water levels rise too high. It smoothly and quietly pumps out up to 2,600 gallons of water per hour.

Now that our systems is in place, Bree is confident that her home will sell better and that the future homeowners will not have to worry about water issues.

Over time moisture had been getting into this customers crawlspace causing a huge issue. Mold had started to grow all over the crawlspace. Since up to 50% of the air you breathe comes from your crawlspace, he decided to give us a call for an inspection. 

Our inspector Vincent went out to check the crawlspace and come up with a plan to fix the problem. He recommended that we do a crawlspace encapsulation with our CleanSpace system. First, we would take care of all the mold with our Mold X2 cleaner that not only kills all the mold but removes the stains left behind.  We would install our TripleSafe sump pump that has three levels of pumps to ensure any water issues moving forward would be covered, and it also has a WaterWatch Alarm that will alert you if the water rises above the range to prevent damage. Paired with our SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, and air filtration to keep the humidity down, mold and moisture cannot form. Encapsulated with our Cleanspace barrier and a new downspout for water to drain far away from the building water will never be an issue. 

Our customer was eager to have Delfino and his crew get started on his crawlspace. He now doesn't have to worry about water and moisture causing issues in his crawlspace and peace of mind knowing there is no more mold. 

The homeowners had a vapor barrier added into their basement a few years back. They had thought it would be an out of sight, out of mind situation, however, they decided to check on how it was holding up and once they opened up the door to their crawlspace they discovered heavy, water saturated fiberglass insulation, and pooling on top of the vapor barrier. The company that had installed it never fully sealed it. Water was coming in where the plastics overlapped and through the crevice's between the barrier and the posts. This was not a solution that they were looking for, it wasn't doing the job at all. 

Our crew began by removing all of the old and damaged material under their home and had to dry it all out. Since they had a large amount of water, we dug down a three inch perforated pipe along the interior of the crawlspace and attached it to a Super Sump Pump to help pull the water out and away from the home. We then laid down a 6 Mil Black Plastic and sealed it all up, making sure that it was attached to the home, and was secured around or under each footing as needed. 

To make sure that the home is cared for, we always recommend an annual service check up, that way we know all of the equipment is working properly and has not been disturbed. We want to make water issues a thing of the past. 

The homeowner had an issue with standing water in their crawlspace. As the years progressed the pools of water would get bigger with each rainy season. It was time to take on the issue head on and put an end to water issues, to get the job done right, they turned to John's Waterproofing for help. 

Our crew went out and began by removing all debris from the crawlspace. We then added in a SuperSump Pump to pull all of the water out of the crawlspace and run it along a newly installed drainage pipe. With the water now being diverted a safe distance from the homes foundation, each post was isolated and sealed up with our Cleanspace vapor barrier. This woven material is tear and ripe resistant and comes with our guarantee that it will last through the years. Cleanspace was sealed up along the walls and throughout the crawlspace to ensure it would be thoroughly sealed. To finish off the project we changed out the vent covers for new ones since the old ones had been damaged by critters. 

This home was built on a pretty level property, where most of the water would just stand where it feel. Sadly the home also had a crawlspace entrance and vents that sat at ground level, and when the rain was heavy, this would just allow water to drain directly into the crawlspace. The water and subsequent moisture had allowed the fiberglass insulation under the home to sag with water weight and as more fell down, the homes energy costs would rise. To save money and protect the home, they called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew began by removing the damaged insulation. Next each vent and the access point were changed out. We fit in new vent covers that would keep the water out, and added in an EverLast Access Well and EverLast entryway to make sure that the water couldn't pour under the house. Next we installed an UltraSump pump and a SmartSump pump to keep up with the water that the home experienced. There were connected to a system that took the water out and away from the homes foundation. We then isolated each post and pier under the house so that water couldn't penetrate the wood. Then TerraBlock, a crawlspace insulation matting, was laid throughout the crawlspace and topped with our Cleanspace vapor barrier. This was sealed along the walls with anchors and we did spray foam to insulate the rest of the crawlspace. Since the water levels in the soil were high, we also added in a SaniDry Sedona to keep the humidity levels in the crawlspace at a reasonable level. 

These homeowners had an odd damp smell emanating from their Crawlspace. This smell permeated into the home above and the family had some rising concerns about how this was affecting the air they were breathing. When they had one of our design specialists inspect their crawlspace it was discovered that water had made some nice grooves under their home to pass through as it ran off down the hillside they lived on. This constant moisture was leading to mold spores and wood rot to their foundation. 

To help the family regain their healthy air and a clean crawlspace our crew came out to help. We installed a perforated pipe along the interior parameter of the crawlspace to move all ground water to a designated discharge line with a Smart Sump pump. This allows the water to be contained and kept where we want it so it cannot sit and cause the home damage. We then added in three SmartJacks to add structural support where the wood rot had done damage. And to finish the job off we lined the area with our CleanSpace Vapor barrier. This is sealed fully in place under each wooden pier, along each wall, and to each sheet so no water can penetrate the Crawlspace. 

The homes are was instantly fresher smelling and the homeowners were so pleased to know their home wouldn't be rotting away under their feet. 

This home had a vapor barrier that had been installed years before, but with no maintenance to keep it in place or clean, water had pushed its way into the crawlspace. Water could be found pooling on top of the barrier, and mud was throughout the crawlspace. The above fiberglass insulation was drooping and falling apart. Wanting to keep their home warm, the homeowners had called for new insulation. After going over how fiberglass is made to be encased tightly on all sides and presenting insulation options made for a crawlspace, we found the right solution for this home. 

Our crews began by going in and removing the old fiberglass insulation and old vapor barrier. We then installed a TripleSafe sump pump to divert groundwater out and away from the home to a LawnScape outlet. We then laid our TerraBlock crawlspace insulation over the dirt floor and encased the post footings with Cleanspace. Cleanspace was then placed throughout the crawlspace and fully secured along the walls. The crawlspace walls were then covered in spray foam insulation. To finish off we installed new vent covers. This home will now be dry and healthy. 

The crawlspace of this home experienced annual issues with standing water. After a few years of this issue, an odd smell began to creep into the home. They had a mold remediation company come out to kill all of the mold spores that had taken hold of their crawlspace and were advised to have a waterproofing system installed so that mold issues didn't arise again. To keep water issues away, the homeowners called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew began by clearing out the debris from the crawlspace, we then installed a SmartSump pump to collect groundwater and divert it out and away from the home. A perforated pipe was also installed along the interior parameter to collect groundwater to bring to the sump pump. A 20 Mil thick CleanSpace vapor barrier was then installed. This was isolated around each post footing to protect against water damage and was anchored along each wall for a secured fit. To finish this project off we installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier to ensure that the humidity levels under the home would not be conducive to mold to grow or take hold. This home is now dry and healthy! 

This home's old fiberglass insulation was falling to pieces from water weight. This water also had begun to grow mold spores that were beginning to mold the wooden foundation beams as well. To reclaim a healthy crawlspace, the homeowners called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew came out and began by removing the old insulation. We then added Mold X2 to kill the mold before the problem progressed. To keep the groundwater moving, we installed a SmartSump with an UltraSump pump backup. We then laid down our TerraBlock crawlspace insulation. The space then had our 20 Mil vapor barrier; CleanSpace, installed. This wraps around each post footing to protect against water damage and this barrier is also anchored along the walls. We then Used spray foam along the foundation walls to ensure this space was fully insulated. To ensure this space would stay dry and healthy we also installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. 

High humidity in a crawlspace can create a welcoming environment for mold spores, insects, and critters. This crawlspaces humidity had led to musty smells and signs of critters inhabiting the space. The homeowners were ready to take back their clean air and called up John's Waterproofing.

Our crews arrived and did a debris removal. Once the space was cleaned out we installed a TripleSafe sump pump with an UltraSump backup since power outages were an issue during rain storms. We then installed our 20-mill thick CleanSpace vapor barrier. This wraps under each wooden post and comes with a 25-year warranty against rips and tears. We then did spray foam along the foundation walls, this works to seal up any small holes, and also provides insulation for this space. To ensure humidity wouldn't cause any further issues we also inserted a SaniDry CX dehumidifier and replaced the vent covers. This home will now be dry and healthy. 

This home's energy bills were steadily rising. The homeowners knew their home was older, but the rise was more drastic than seemed normal. To address this the homeowners looked for ways to save on their energy bills, which is how they discovered that crawlspaces can be a leading cause of issues. Since they realized that the flooring of their home was cold to the touch, they reached out for an assessment. When our design specialist went into the crawlspace we found old fiberglass insulation falling from the crawlspace ceiling, heavy from water weight. 

To solve this issue we began by having the old insulation cleaned out. Once it was cleared, there were some mold spores found along the wooden beams of the home, where water had festered in the insulation. Since the mold wasn't very advanced we were able to clear it out with MoldX. Our installation crew then replaced each vent cover and the crawlspace entryway since they were not in top shape. Our crew then laid down TerraBlock, crawlspace-specific insulation. This was then fully encased with our CleanSpace vapor barrier. This material is 20 Mil thick and made of a woven material, backed with our twenty-five-year warranty against tears and rips. As a final piece, we added spray foam along the foundation walls and a SaniDry dehumidifier. The home will now be dry and healthy. 

This new house was getting near completion, the walls were up, and just final touches were needed. The cabinets, trim and cleaning up the landscaping. While the crawlspace had a generic 6 Mil vapor barrier it couldn't keep the water at bay and the home ended up flooding when a big rainstorm hit. The homeowners wanted to know why this was happening and that their home was protected from water damage, so they called in John's Waterproofing. 

A System Designer was scheduled to visit the home and do a thorough examination and evaluation of the problem and take numerous photos to share with the homeowner. He explained what was happening and why and how to fix it. It was decided that encapsulation was the best

To begin our crew removed the 6 mil vapor barrier and fiberglass insulation and debris and placed a sump and fans in the crawlspace to dry it sufficiently to do the work. A couple of weeks later, the space was dry enough to do the installation. They installed a 3" perforated pipe drainage system around the perimeter to collect the water and direct it to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump, along with proper discharge. TerraBlock, a high-density foam product was laid over the dirt floor. This aids in insulating the crawlspace protecting the new CleanSpace, 20 mill, nylon-reinforced barrier. This is used to isolate each wooden post and anchored it to the foundation walls. Lastly, a SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to ensure this home stayed dry and healthy. With all the vents sealed, Spray Foam insulation was applied to the full wall of the foundation to keep the home insulated. Healthy, dry, filtered air helps the homeowners stay healthy and comfortable

John's Waterproofing has a unique program designed for Brokers. Often when an inspection report is done on a residence that is for sale, one of the problems frequently found is the poor condition of the crawlspace. In this home, the inspector found water in the crawlspace and warned the buyer's broker that to be code compliant, the problems needed to be remedied. Our Real Estate Specialist arrived at the home and inspected the crawlspace, and wrote up a proposal for the broker, who then called him back the next day confirming the acceptance of the work and that it would be paid for out of escrow.

Our team of installers was sent out a few days later to fix the problems. They removed the old barrier and debris from the crawlspace and installed a full perimeter drainage system around the interior of the crawlspace consisting of a 3" perf pipe in a silt sock that terminated at the low spot of the crawlspace where a SuperSump was installed  Lastly, a new 6 mil plastic barrier was installed on all dirt surfaces and fastened to the foundation.

The new homeowner can now rest assured that his crawlspace will be dry and healthy and is warrantied for 10 years. 

This family was suffering from constant allergies and after extensive testing, the doctors concluded that mold allergies were the common denominator. A specialist in the field of mold detection was brought out and he determined that mold spores were prevalent in the home and suggested the crawlspace be examined by a professional. We were called and sent one of our experienced System Designers to examine the situation. He quickly assessed the situation and designed a plan. Encapsulation. Now, it's important to know that many companies install their version of encapsulation but many just don't do it right. That's why Basement Systems refers us over the other companies that use their products. 

One of the bonuses of CleanSpace encapsulation is that it creates extra clean and safe storage for homeowners. This homeowner had a tall crawlspace and storage was the big reason he wanted to encapsulate it. Our System Designer explained all the other benefits and the homeowner was excited to get the work done.

A few weeks later one of our experienced installers came out and got busy right away after laying down barriers to keep the home free of dirt and debris. Then all of the debris, old insulation, and barrier was removed.  Because it was deemed a dry crawlspace, a sump system was deemed unnecessary, however, a perforated pipe system was laid around the perimeter should a problem develop later. Next, TerraBlock was laid on the dirt floor and vents were sealed and posts isolated. A CleanSpace barrier was installed and all seams were sealed and run up the walls and fastened under the rim joist. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to ensure the humidity was controlled to prevent mold growth and the air was filtered for a healthy home. Finally, Spray foam was applied to the rim joist to aid the TerraBlock in insulating the space. Now the homeowner had lots of storage space that was safe and dry.

As new construction began to occur around this home, the foundation of the home began to shift. When homes settle, the foundation can crack water intrusion can occur, in this home, cracks appeared around the basement window wells and along with one of the walls. To protect their home, the homeowners called up John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew arrived and began by sealing up the cracks with Parasail. We then installed a new Galvanized window well to keep water out of the space. To collect groundwater we then installed a WaterGaurd drainage system along with the interior parameter. This would grade the water to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump where the water then went out and away from the foundation of the home to a LawnScape outlet. We then installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep this space dry and healthy. 

We see some pretty scary situations in crawlspaces at times. Such was true with this crawlspace. This home was being held up with a mixture of rotting posts and posts that weren't even touching the beams. It needed some attention ASAP. Our System Designer went out and took measurements and pictures then discussed solutions to the issues at hand. Overall, all of the posts needed to be replaced and reinforced with SmartJacks and a big clean-up with a new vapor barrier. SmartJacks are made of steel and have a thick galvanized coating and are adjustable, making them a great stabilizing solution for a crawlspace. 

A crew was sent out some weeks later and got to work. They removed the old 6 mil barrier, all other debris, and got to work on installing 26 SmartJacks. With that completed, a new 6 mil plastic vapor barrier was laid on the crawlspace floor, run up the foundation walls, and fastened to keep it in its place. The crew took pictures of the finished work and the homeowner was thrilled.

This customer called John's Waterproofing because they wanted to create an extra bedroom in their basement, but it filled with a couple of inches every time it rained hard. To ensure their investment was protected they called up John's Waterproofing. We then had a System Designer sent to the home to help the homeowner out with a solution that would solve the problem. WaterGuard is an award-winning and patented drain system that has been designed as a permanent solution. He suggested that it be installed around the full perimeter of the basement and terminate at a TripleSafe Sump System. A TripleSafe has 3 pumps: a primary pump, a backup pump should the primary fail or is unable to handle the volume, and a battery backup so the system will continue even in the event of a power outage. He also showed the homeowner where the water was coming from and why. Impressed and knowing he would get a lifetime warranty on the WaterGuard, he moved forward with the solution.

The crew came out as scheduled and got right to work with a jackhammer and removed approximately 6" of flooring around the perimeter of the basement and a large hole for the sump pump. The WaterGuard was placed in the trench over a fill of gravel to help keep dirt out and the same was done for the TripleSafe container. Then the trench was filled in with cement for a smooth finish. A discharge line was taken up the wall and out through a drilled hole and attached to a downspout. Lastly, ThermalDry Wall, a flexible wall system was attached to the wall to create a thermal barrier and drive moisture into the WaterGuard. Now the basement was ready for construction!

When we get calls from Brokers looking for a quote, we direct the calls to our real estate specialist. Through our realty program, we can get approximate numbers to a broker in 1-2 days and, if they decide to move forward, an inspection is done to give the broker, buyer, or seller a hard number to work with. This particular home had water intruding up to a few inches on top of the old vapor barrier. To address this, we perform a PPP or Pipe/Pump/Plastic so the home is up to code and the new owners are happy.

Our System installers were dispersed to do the work. The old barrier, hanging insulation and all other debris were removed from the crawlspace. A 3" perforated pipe drainage system was installed around the perimeter and graded to the lowest point of the crawlspace where a SuperSump was installed to gather the water and discharge it out and away from the home. Then a new 6mil plastic barrier was installed on the floor of the crawlspace and attached to the foundation walls to ensure that any water seeping in via the footing or wall was captured and removed by the new perforated pipe system.

"I want encapsulation!" This is what the customer said when he called us. He had done the research, knew there was mold in his crawlspace, and all he needed was a proposal to sign. The system designer was happy to oblige and after a thorough examination of the crawlspace, where he discovered the need to replace some of the failing posts with galvanized steel SmartJacks, the proposal was created and accepted. 

Our installation crew was dispatched later to get the work done. The old, dirty fiberglass insulation was removed as well as the old vapor barrier and other debris. The posts that were rotting out from exposure to water were replaced with SmartJacks and a perforated pipe drain system was installed around the perimeter. This drain was graded to the low spot in the crawlspace where a TripleSafe sump system had been installed. TerraBlock, a high-density foam product was laid over the dirt floor. This aids in insulating the crawlspace. We then used a 20 Mil vapor barrier; Cleanspace to isolate each wooden post and anchored to the foundation walls. Lastly, a SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to ensure this home stayed dry and healthy. With all the vents sealed, a closed-cell spray foam insulation was applied to the full wall of the foundation to keep the home insulated and keep the air clean and free of mold.

This beachside home had a crawlspace which was suffering from high humidity. While no standing water could be found, the homeowners noticed the bases of the wooden posts in the home had signs of rot and mold spores. They wanted to ensure their home was safe and healthy for years to come, so they called up John's Waterproofing for help. 

After a thorough inspection, and a personalized solution built, our installers were scheduled. A few weeks later our installation crew arrived and began by installing an UltraSump pump in the lowest point of the crawlspace. This would collect any moisture or groundwater to help divert it safely away from the home. We then air sealed throughout the space and sealed up the vent covers. To ensure the home would be stable, we then added in six SmartJacks under the home to protect it from warping and removed the damaged posts. Using our 20 Mil vapor barrier, we then sealed up the area. It was installed under each wooden post, ran up the walls, and sealed up by the rim joists. And as a final piece we installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep the space dry.

This homes crawlspace would have a trickle of water creeping in after heavy rains. It happened often enough that a little stream line was gouged into the dirt flooring of the space. The homeowners noted that this went past multiple wooden beams and they were worried that this could cause structural issues if allowed to go unchecked. To find a solution, they called up John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew began this job by installing a drainage system to divert the water. This was a perforated pipe system which wraps around the interior of the crawlspace. It is installed in a silt sock to keep it clean and in a trench dug in the dirt flooring. This collects water and grades it to a newly installed UltraSump pump plus, which then sends water safely out and away from the home. We then laid down a six mil vapor barrier to help this home stay dry and healthy. 

We had visited this homeowner several years prior, however, he wasn't ready to move forward at that time. After three years of living with the water issue, he called back, finally ready to go. Since time had passed, we needed to perform a new inspection, so a system designer was sent out to asses. The specialist did a full inspection of the exterior of the foundation to check for any landscape/drainage issues and crawled the entirety of the crawlspace so that his proposal would be accurate. The homeowner sat with the System Designer and a proposal for encapsulation was crafted and signed electronically. 

The installation crew began the work by removing the old 6mil plastic barrier, dirty fiberglass insulation and other assorted debris. A trench was dug around the perimeter to hold a 3" perforated pipe drainage system and graded to a SuperSump system with an UltraSump battery backup to ensure continued operation in the event of a power outage. TerraBlock, a 1/2' thick dense, flexible foam barrier was laid on the dirt floor. This aids in insulation and protects the CleanSpace barrier from punctures. CleanSpace a 20mil, nylon-reinforced barrier was next and all the seams were sealed and posts isolated to prevent any moisture from rising into the crawlspace. It was fastened to the foundation walls just below the rim joist. The vents were all sealed and a SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to keep the humidity controlled and filter the air. A few days later, a 3" layer of single-cell spray foam was applied to the foundation walls and rim joist, completing a sealed and insulating the crawlspace.

John's Waterproofing is usually 2-4 weeks out on regular inspections, so we designed a special Real Estate program that offers the ability to get an "estimate of repairs" based on the inspection report and square footage. This also offers a discount to brokers, buyers, and sellers provided we get a signed proposal prior to the close of escrow. Once they decided to move forward with the work, a System Designer visited the site and prepared a hard number proposal. This seller agreed to the work and decided to pay for it from the proceeds of escrow. 

Our installation crew arrived and got to work removing the old vapor barrier and other debris from the crawlspace. They dug a trench around the perimeter of the crawlspace where they laid a 3" perforated pipe, encased in a silt sock to prevent dirt from clogging the pipe. This was graded to the low spot in the crawlspace where we installed a SuperSump pump. Proper drainage away from the house was included. A new 6mil vapor barrier was laid over the dirt floor, generously overlapped and attached to the foundation walls to keep it in place. The work came with a 10yr transferrable warranty so the seller was happy because the sale went through smoothly and the new owners were happy. 

The homeowners were ready to lower their energy bills, their floors were often cold to the touch and their bills would spike in the Summer and Winter seasons. They looked online and read that cold floors were a sign of poor crawlspace insulation, so they called up John's Waterproofing. A design specialist came out and found the old fiberglass insulation under the home was falling apart and reaching into the puddles on top of the old vapor barrier. To really set their home up for energy savings, our designer crafted a solution with our encapsulation system. The homeowners were excited about the warranties our products and moved forward with the job. 

Our installation crew began by removing the old vapor barrier, damaged insulation, and the debris found under the home. We then installed a TripleSafe sump pump in the lowest spot of the crawlspace. This has a newly installed three inch pipe system that wraps through the crawlspace attached so water can grade to the pump to be sent out and away from the foundation. We then laid down TerraBlock insulation over the dirt floor and brought in CleanSpace. CleanSpace is inserted under each wooden post, attached to the foundation walls and fully sealed into place. A few days later our spray foam specialist came out and insulated the foundation walls. As a final step the vents were sealed up, a new Turtl exterior entrance was installed and a SaniDry dehumidifier. This space will now be dry and healthy, and the homeowners can see the savings!

When water is found pooling around your homes foundation, this is usually a sign that there is a bigger water issue occurring. These homeowners called us up to see how big the issue extended. We sent out a design specialist who found a few problems. Firstly two downspouts were dumping water next to the homes foundation. Under the home we also found pooling water and four wooden posts were rotting out from water. 

To address this and regain the homes health we started by extending the downspouts into the ground. We then installed a pipe system to take the roof water and send it safely away from the home to a LawnScape outlet. Next we went under the home. we removed the debris from under the home and installed a SuperSump Plus in the lowest spot. This will allow water to grade to it and then be sent out to the LawnScape we installed. We then replaced the four rotting posts with SmartJacks and added another SmartJack to provide additional support where needed. We then laid out TerraBlock on the dirt floor to insulate the floor properly. CleanSpace was then installed, it goes under each wooden post, attached along the rim joist, and is sealed into place. The vents were then sealed up and spray foam was applied to the foundation walls to finish insulating the space. 

These homeowners called when they noticed some doors were sticking in their frames. They had looked for an issue and found some wooden posts under the home were rotting. For help, they called up John's Waterproofing. After a thorough inspection we found three posts were rotting, and mold was growing behind the fiberglass insulation that was present. 

To help out, we began by removing the old fiberglass insulation and debris from under the home. Once the space was cleaned out we installed three SmartJacks. These are non-organic posts which give the home stability and can fix structural issues such as sticking doors. Once the space was stable again, we applied Mold X2 as needed and laid down a 6 mil vapor barrier. To help this barrier, we overlap the edges, and run it up the wall. 

Water issues are pretty common along the Oregon coastline. These homeowners called us up after seeing one of our installation vans at their neighbors home.  They knew their crawlspace had water issues and wanted to see how they could create a healthier space.  One of our system designers came out and did a full inspection and then worked with the homeowners on a solution.

To begin,  our crew pulled out the old vapor barrier that was ripped and damaged. We then installed a perforated pipe in a silt sock around the crawlspace. This will collect groundwater and safely grade it to a newly installed SmartSump pump which pushes water out and away from the homes foundation. We then insulated the dirt floor with TerraBlock block.  This was then encased by our CleanSpace vapor barrier.  This 20 mil woven material is inserted under each wooden post,  attached to the walls and sealed into place.  The walls were then insulated with Spray Foam and we installed a SaniDry dehumidifier and sealed up the vents. The homeowners were thrilled with how clean and bright the crawlspace more looks,  and are looking forward to the lower energy bills they will enjoy now. 

Homeowners heard a scuttling noise from their crawlspace, they called up an animal control service to search out the issue. There were critters creeping through the crawlspace, and chew marks were prevalent on the old 6 Mil vapor barrier, with fiberglass insulation pulled into bedding places. The animal control company removed the critters they found and recommended John's Waterproofing for an encapsulation, the best way to deter critters. The homeowners wanted their home to be healthy, so they were eager to move ahead and get their home encapsulated. 

To begin working we removed the old and damaged materials from the space. With a clean bass, we installed a SmartSump in the lowest spot of the crawlspace. This will ensure any unwanted water is safely sent out and away from the homes foundation. We then laid down TerraBlock insulation along the dirt floors and brought in CleanSpace. This is a 20 Mil woven vapor barrier with a 25 year warranty against rips and tears. The vents were all sealed up and spray foam insulation was applied to the foundation walls. As a final step we installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to ensure this home is taken care of. 

As time progressed, this home had sunk into its foundation a bit, creating a very tight fit in the crawlspace. Knowing that they were going to need to address this before their house could be sold, they reached out to John's Waterproofing. We sent out a design specialist who did a full inspection and crafted a quote to get this home ready for sale. 

To begin our work, our crew had to dig the crawlspace out an average of five inches. With the space up to local codes we then installed out realty special; The Pipe, Pump and Plastic. We installed a perforated pipe system around the interior perimeter, this collects groundwater and grades it along to a newly installed UltraSump pump which pushes water out and away from the foundation. We then laid down a new 6 Mil vapor barrier, to help protect this home for water issues. 

Over the years, this home had floors that developed a bounce. When the homeowners went to identify the issue, they saw that some of the wooden posts in their crawlspace were no longer touching their poured footings. They asked around and were referred over to John's Waterproofing for a solution. Our design specialist arrived and performed a full inspection of the home, they then worked with the homeowners to develop a solution that would fit their homes needs and their budget. 

To begin our crew pulled out the old debris and vapor barrier from under the home. We then replaced nine wooden posts with SmartJacks, and added in an additional seven to add support where needed. These do not mold, rot, and can be extended to accommodate if the home settles over the years. We then installed a SmartSump pump in the lowest spot of the crawlspace with a full drainage system installed around the interior perimeter of the space. Next a new 6 Mil vapor barrier was installed. While the homeowner was not ready for a full encapsulation, this will be easy to add onto when they are ready. 

As a home settles into its foundation, some things can shift. This homes wooden posts had been shifting over the years, leaving many of them no longer resting on their poured footings, and floating above them. This led to some doors sticking in their frames, and bounce in some of the floor. They spoke to some neighbors and heard about John's Waterproofing and decided to call and schedule their free inspection so they could hear about solutions. 

After a full discussion, they decided to keep the home stable, they would replace the wooden posts with SmartJacks. Our crew went under the home and pulled out the debris from under the home. We then replaced 13 wooden posts with SmartJacks, these do not rot or mold, and can expand or shorten as needed while the house continues to settle. The home also needed four additional SmartJacks placed to even out the floors that had warped over the years. We then laid down a new 6 Mil vapor barrier and let the homeowners know it would need to be replaced or upgraded to an encapsulation in a few years as a 6 Mil is only a temporary waterproofing item. 

This home was going to be going onto the market. To ensure the sellers would have the asking price they wanted, they had a few aspects of the home that needed to be addressed. One of these aspects was the crawlspace. It had debris throughout it and water would pool over the old 6 Mil vapor barrier, so caked on mud was present. They were referred to John's Waterproofing to seek out repairs. At the inspection the sellers opted to move forward with a pipe, pump, and plastic. 

Our installation crew went and removed the general debris from under the home. We then pulled out the old 6 Mil vapor barrier. A trench was then dug around the interior perimeter, here a bed of gravel was laid out, with WaterGuard installed over it. This will collect groundwater and grade it along to the lowest spot of the crawlspace where we installed a SuperSump Plus to then dispel the water away from the homes foundation. As a final step, a new 6 Mil vapor barrier was brought in, with edges overlapping, and run up the wall to help protect this home against water damage until the simple barrier needs to be replaced in a few years. 

This homeowner called up when they discovered standing water in their crawlspace, on top of their 6 Mil vapor barrier. The vapor barrier had only been installed about a year ago, so they were not please to see that water had risen up above it. They wanted to hear about solutions to actually keep their crawlspace dry. We scheduled them a free inspection and after discussing an encapsulation, the homeowners knew they wanted to install the solution that would last!

Our crew started by pulling out the 6 Mil barrier, old fiberglass, and debris. With the space cleared out we installed a drainage system in the crawlspace that would collect the groundwater and grade it along to a newly installed UltraSump Plus which then sends the water out and away from the homes foundation. We then insulated the dirt floor with TerraBlock and SilverGlo along the foundation walls, sealing up the vents in this process. We then brought in CleanSpace, a 20 Mil woven vapor barrier. This goes under each wooden post, attaches along the foundations rim joists, and is sealed into place. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed and the space was air sealed. This crawlspace will now remain dry and healthy with a solution that will last! 

When purchasing this fixer-upper, the new homeowners were informed that a portion of the basement was consistently wet. Not wanting to live with a damp and wet portion of the basement, they decided to reach out to John's Waterproofing to solve the water problem. After a full inspection, the design specialist went over their findings and suggestions to address the issue.  After knowing that the water issue could be solved, the homeowners decided they wanted to have their basement have a semi-finished appearance.

To start our work we dug a trench along the full interior perimeter of the basement. Here we added gravel and out WaterGuard drainage system. This will grade to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump to dispel the water well away from the home. To ensure any moisture from the walls made it into this system we installed BrightWall paneling. This is easy to clean, will not mold or rot. A SaniDry dehumidifier is installed and this basement is now dry and the homeowners can use the extent of the space without the threat of water! 

This home had a basement that was set partially into a hillside, only having two walls into the hill about halfway up the walls. The homeowners hadn't thought much about this since only part of the space was considered below-grade. However, as the years passed, the lower portions of those two walls were warping a bit from moisture and the carpet was damp for parts of the year. Worried about this causing water mold, they called up John's Waterproofing for a free inspection. 

To address the issue the homeowner opted to have a partial system installed. We removed the lower potions of the damaged walls, and pulled back the carpeting. We then dug a trench along the interior of those walls and laid in a bed of gravel with WaterGuard installed. These will collect water and grade it along to a new TripleSafe sump pump which sends the water safely away from the homes basement. We then installed ThermalDry Radiant vapor barrier on the exposed walls, this will act as a thermal break and vapor barrier, ensuring any moisture is sent down the wall safely into the drain system. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed and our finishing crew went out and refinished the space for the homeowners to use once again knowing their home is protected against water issues. 

A simple 6 Mil vapor barrier needs to be replaced every now and then. They are susceptible to rips, tears, and critters like to chew through them. They also often shift positions and the damp earth ends up exposed, which allows moisture to make it's way more into the crawlspace. This home was due to have their vapor barrier replaced. They informed their design specialist that it was more out of place than usual and that the mud caked on top of the vapor barrier happened quicker than it had in the past. This is a sign that water levels had been rising and the pooling water made it's water onto the vapor barrier. To address this and keep the project within the homeowner's budget, we installed our pipe, pump, and plastic. We removed the old vapor barrier and debris. A full perimeter drainage system was installed, which guides groundwater to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump to be sent away from the homes foundation. A new 6 Mil vapor barrier was than installed, the edges overlapping and run up the wall. When the barrier needs to be replaced again we can do so, or upgrade to an encapsulation. 

This homes crawlspace had moldy fiberglass insulation that was falling down in strips. The homeowners knew this could lead to more issues, and wanted to address the space to ensure it would be healthy. They scheduled their free inspection with one of our design specialists and selected a mid-option that they could add onto in the future. 

To begin our work, the crew pulled out all of the old fiberglass, the old vapor barrier, and general debris. Once cleared out, we applied Mold X2 to the subfloor as needed. A full interior perimeter drainage system was installed, this will collect any groundwater and guide it to the lowest point of the crawlspace where we installed a SuperSump Plus. From there all collected water is pumped safely out and away from the home to a dedicated LawnScape outlet. A new 6 Mil vapor barrier was installed, and will need to be changed out every few years. Since the space is still open to the elements, they will also have to check for mold spores. Should the homeowners wish to upgrade to a full encapsulation later on, this system can be added onto. 

When water is left unchecked in a crawl space it causes a few issues. This home had wooden posts with rotting bases, falling fiberglass insulation, Mineral Deposits along the foundation walls, and critters had frequented this area. While the homeowners had the 6 Mil vapor barrier changed out regularly, they could see these issues worsening over the years. During our free inspection we informed the homeowners why the 6 Mil wasn't cutting it. The water was coming through the walls, leaving the mineral deposits. The humidity levels were high, and being absorbed by the fiberglass, and condensation was occurring on the wood under the home, which had lead to some of the posts rotting. 

To get control over this space we began by clearing it out. The 6 Mil, fiberglass, and debris were all pulled out. We then replaced the four wooden posts that were beyond repair with our SmartJacks. A full interior perimeter trench was dug where we installed a perforated drainage pipe in a silt sock. This will collect water and grade it to the lowest point where a TripleSafe sump pump is installed to direct the water safely away from the homes foundation. We then installed TerraBlock insulation over the dirt floor and sealed the vents shut, which will help deter critters. CleanSpace was then wrapped through the space, going under each wooden post, attaching along the rim joists, and sealed into place with our CleanSpace four inch wide waterproof tape. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed and spray foam applied to the foundation walls. As a final step we installed a new EverLast door to the exterior crawl space entrance. This space will now remain dry, stable, and healthy!

This rental was due to have the crawl space looked at and the old vapor barrier dealt with. The home dealt with water pooling under the home and the renters would mention that a damp odor would draft into the home during the rainy season. To address this concern, the homeowners were lining up to have John's Waterproofing come out and perform a free inspection. To help the home out we would install a Pipe, Pump, and Plastic. Our crew removed the old vapor barrier and general debris that was present. We then dug a trench around the space's interior perimeter. Here we installed a perforated pipe in a silt sock. This will collect the groundwater and move it to the newly installed SuperSump to be pumped away from the home. This system will keep water from pooling, addressing that damp odor. We then laid in a new 6 Mil vapor barrier, overlapping the edges and running it up the wall. The vapor barrier will need to be replaced or upgraded in a few years. 

When this home had been purchased, the new owners were made aware that there was a section of the basement that was perpetually damp. It didn't seem to worsen much with the rains, and only went away during particularly dry summers. The new owners decided they would find a solution though, and called up John's Waterproofing. During the free inspection we could determine that a high water table fed past the home and was extending pressure on this side of the building. We talked over some options and crafted a solution with the homeowners. 

To begin we dug a trench around the basement. Here we installed a bed of gravel and our WaterGuard drainage system. This pairs with a newly installed CleanSpace Wall system. The wall system will safely guide water down the walls into the new drain system. Here the water from the walls meets with groundwater to be guided to the lowest point of the basement where a TripleSafe Sump pump is installed. This then pumps the water safely away from the homes foundation to a LawnScape outlet. We then installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to ensure the space remains dry and healthy! The new homeowners are very pleased to have the basement addressed and not have to worry about water issues. 

This home had a full inspection before going onto the market, and it needed to address the crawl space. To keep on track with this, the homeowner was pointed over to John's Waterproofing for our Real Estate Response Team. Our crew works with the realtor to ensure we meet deadlines. We went out and crafted a revamp for the space, getting it up to code and clean. We removed the old vapor barrier, fiberglass insulation that was present, and general debris. We then installed a full drain system. This collects groundwater and sends it along the new pipe in a silt sock to the lowest point. From here a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump will direct the water safely away from the home. We then laid in a new 6 Mil vapor barrier, overlapping the edges and running it up the walls to help it last. It will need to be redone every few years, or upgraded to a full encapsulation, but this crawl space is now good to go! 

This homeowner called us up, they had noted that during heavy prolonged rains, the basement would flood a solid several inches. They used a section of the basement as a semi-finished extra bedroom and needed to get the water issue under control. We scheduled a design specialist to go out and do a full inspection and craft a solution to address the homes needs and the homeowner's budget. 

To begin we did a full drain system. This involved digging a trench around the interior perimeter. Here we installed a bed of gravel and our WaterGuard drain system. This sends all the collected water to the lowest point where a TripleSafe sump pump will pump the water away from the home. In the bedroom we installed ThermalDry radiant barrier along the walls. This safely guides water down the walls to the drain system and is a thermal break to keep the spaces temperature better regulated. This will have framing and drywall installed over, making the space finished. For the rest of the basement we installed BrightWall paneling, a semi-finished vapor barrier. A SaniDry dehumifier was installed to keep the moisture to the air under control so mold will not grow here at all. The space is now healthy, and the homeowners can enjoy the space without worry of water issues. 

This homeowner knew that every Winter, their heating bill skyrocketed. For years they had assumed this was normal for the area until they began asking around. Their bills were much higher than the majority of their neighbors. After looking into this, they discovered the crawl space could be the culprit. Lo and behold, when glancing under the home, the old insulation was mostly hanging to the dirt floor, offering little to no insulation value. After reading up that fiberglass is not a long-term insulation system for crawl spaces, they called John's Waterproofing to learn how to insulate this space properly. 

To begin helping out, we pulled out the old vapor barrier and general debris from the crawl space. We then installed a full drain system with a sump pump. These will work together to keep groundwater moving away from the home so it won't sit and fester. Next, the vents were sealed shut. TerraBlock was used to insulate the dirt floor, and CleanSpace was installed over this. It wraps under each wooden post and is fully sealed into its place. A SaniDry dehumidifier is installed and Spray Foam is applied to the home's foundation walls. This space is now set up to stay dry and healthy while lowering the home's heating costs. The homeowners are excited to see the difference in their bills when the Winter season rolls in. 

When the inspection was done on this home, condensation was found in the crawl space. The wooden beams had drops of water on them, and small puddles were on top of the 6 Mil vapor barrier below. While the groundwater wasn't an issue for this home, the condensation could become a major problem. John's Waterproofing was called in to help. The sellers said mold had been a big issue in the past, but they would treat it as needed, it just kept coming back. They didn't know a solution to keep it away was available. To solve the issue here we would install a full encapsulation system. 

To begin helping, we removed the 6 mil vapor barrier that was present. We spot treated where the condensation had allowed mold spores to begin to grow. We then installed a SuperSump Plus in the lowest point, this would ensure any groundwater was pumped away from the home safely to a LawnScape outlet. Next TerraBlock insulation was laid out over the dirt floor. The vents were all sealed shut. CleanSpace was brought in, this 20 Mil woven vapor barrier goes under each wooden post, attaches along the rim joist, and is sealed into its place. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to ensure the moisture content in the air was controlled and spray foam was applied along the foundation walls. This crawl space is now dry and healthy, and can stay that way! 

This crawl space was very duty and smelled like critters. The homeowners wanted to ensure the space was healthy, so they called up John's Waterproofing. We did a full inspection and sat down to discuss options and budget. 

The homeowners had us removed the old vapor barrier and general debris. We then installed a drainage system with a TripleSafe sump pump to ensure the space would not suffer from groundwater intrusions. We then laid in a new 6 Mil vapor barrier. The homeowner will need to replace this or upgrade to a full encapsulation in a couple of years. 

This home was in a known neighborhood for having high levels of radon. After learning radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the USA, the homeowners wanted to test their home. They called us up and scheduled their continuous radon test. This has a test that is left for three days, on the final day a certified radon specialist goes out and reviews the radon levels recorded, showing the highs, lows, and the homes average. This homes average was at 17 pCi/L. Anything over 2.0 pCi/L is recommended to have a mitigation system in place. The homeowner was shocked to know their homes air had so much radon gas, and was ready to plan out a mitigation system. This includes a pipe that dives under the homes basement floor, to collect radon gases from the soil before it enters the home. This pipe wraps to the side of the home, and the fan is attached and pumps the radon up and over the homes roofline. Once completed we left behind a charcoal testing kit so they can check the new radon levels with a third party, showing how much of a positive change the system has instilled. 

This home was on the market, and a potential buyer was found. But, during inspection, some water was found over the 6 Mil vapor barrier that was present. To get the sale to proceed smoothly, the buyers wanted this space dry and healthy. The inspector referred John's Waterproofing for their realty response team to get the job done right and quickly. We went out and removed the old vapor barrier, and installed a PPP. This includes a full pipe system to collect groundwater and send it to the lowest point of the crawl space. Here it enters a new pump, which will send the water safely away from the homes foundation. And finally the plastic, a new 6 Mil vapor barrier that has the edges overlapped and run up the walls to help protect the space against water damage. Now the sale can proceed as planned.