Why You Need to Encapsulate Your Crawl Space | 58 Foundations Tech Talk | With President Todd Prosan
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From energy savings to improved air quality, an encapsulated crawl space will dramatically improve the quality and health of your home. You can even utilize an encapsulated crawl space to safely store items!
In this Tech Talk with '58 Foundations President Todd Prosan, find out why encapsulating your home's crawl space is one of the best investments you can make.
’58 Foundations has over 60 years of experience in encapsulating crawl spaces and keeping homes safe from the dangers of mold and moisture invasion. Give us a call today and let our experts provide you with a free inspection and a detailed estimate!
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These guys did a fantastic job with our total encapsulation it gave us peace of mind knowing our new addition was protected from the moisture we discovered after we built, thanks so much kim
I installed an Aprilaire dehumidifier in my basement and ran a condensate pipe to the floor drain, Game changer. Took the humidity from over 80% to under 40% this changed every in the basement.
@58foundationsandwaterproofing
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Glad you have a great solution for your crawl space
@BlockchainToTheFace
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How much did the dehu cost and how much more is your electric bill from running it?
You didn't mention a french drain and sump pump around the perimeter or where the Aprilaire water drains into
Wise talking...like that!!❤
Great presentation!
Thanks for sharing your insight…..
If im understanding right. You encapsulates a crawlspace to avoid moisture,bad smell. Or do you encapsulates a crawlspace to avoid a customer to keep seen the moisture. Because once the crawlspace is encapsulate ,we wont see no moisture. obviously add a dehumidifier just to keep the crawlspace cold. Encapsulates a crawlspace is not going to prevent moisture, the wall will still be wet,water will still come into the crawl space ,the only difference is you won't see it anymore. Please advise
Great, EFFICIENT, Vid. .....Nice you don't waste 3/4 of the time GOOFING OFF !!!
Do you insulate the walls and rim joists and does the moisture barrier go first? Thanks
I’m building my house and didn’t put any crawlspace vents in the blocks because I’m going to encapsulate the crawlspace. My question is do I need to bring any outside air into the crawlspace or just leave it totally encapsulated?
Im one of those home buyers that thought the crawl space was just that, “a space”. Was I wrong!!!!
Where to buy the white butyl moisture barrier tape from
These guys did a fantastic job with our total encapsulation under our new addition, it gives us peace of mind knowing our investment is protected from moisture we discovered after we built thanks so much…kim
@sarahsamora3892
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After encapsulating a crawl space such as the one in this video, would you add insulation under the floor?
@58foundationsandwaterproofing
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In most cases, once the crawlspace is encapsulated, insulation in the overhead may not be necessary to keep the floor warm. The encapsulation is designed to isolate the home from the earth and to also help prevent outside air infiltration into the crawlspace. The prevention of air penetration will reduce or eliminate the need for insulation, however, in many municipalities, it is code that insulation be installed on the wall or in the overhead of the crawlspace. If you don’t feel the need to install the insulation (the floors aren’t cold and your energy efficiency seems proper), first step would be to determine if it is code in your area to have the insulation. If it is not code, you would simply insulate the floors as you see fit to improve energy efficiency and comfort. If it is code, you would need to install insulation in the overhead or on the wall as code would indicate.
@ForestToFarm
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@@58foundationsandwaterproofing one consideration is sound reduction.floors not insulated can cause an echo as the sound bounces around.
I have some bedrock in my crawlspace which looks great could I encapsulate around it or pour concrete around it to keep humidity down?
@58foundationsandwaterproofing
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Hi Jim! Thank you for the question. In order to answer this correctly, we would need to know a few variables. You could private message us your email address or email our foundation specialist, Ed, at emeyer@58foundations.com. Thanks!
@jimsnorgleson
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@@58foundationsandwaterproofing Thanks!
what moisture levels in a crawlspace can start to change the integrity of the floor joists or sub floor?
@58foundationsandwaterproofing
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While there are many factors that can impact the integrity of the wood when it comes to moisture, the 2 specific moisture items to be concerned with are an elevated relative humidity of 60% or greater and a wood moisture content of greater than 14% for extended periods of time would have the greatest impact.
It's a year later, is the garage full of junk again?
Anyone know what the estimated amount to encapsulate about 360sqft would be?
@58foundationsandwaterproofing
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Hi Jeffrey, Every crawl space has different challenges and considerations. We would love to schedule you for a free inspection. You can call us at 888-603-2910 to be added to the schedule.
Are you talking AC SET AT 71? OR HEAT?
Can you recommended a business in another state to do similar work??
@58foundationsandwaterproofing
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What state are you in?
@mwngw
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@@58foundationsandwaterproofing ...Oregon
@58foundationsandwaterproofing
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@@mwngw Unfortunately, we are not familiar with businesses in your area. We suggest reaching out to the BBB to find a reputable, local contractor.
Concrete rots into dust if it can't dry out. Concrete needs to be exposed to air so moisture can escape. Do not encapsulate.