Tulsa, OK Crawlspace Encapsulation, Waterproofing and Repair
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The air that is in a house gets filtered through the crawl space and foundation of the house, so it is important to keep that area clean and moisture-free to keep the quality of air inside a home the best it can be. When the crawl space of a home becomes humid and isn’t taken care of properly, problems--like mold or unwanted bugs--can occupy the space; this is why the dehumidification process for a home’s crawl space is so useful and important. The dehumidification process begins with removing any mold or other results of a humid crawl space to make the area clean and uncontaminated. This may also involve removing insulation that has been soiled and any other material that have been affected by the humidity. After the area is cleaned out, openings into the crawl space that allow for outside air to come in need to be sealed to prevent anymore humidity from entering the space. If there has been a foundation leak that has resulted in standing water in the crawl space it is important to remove that water because it is adding to the unwanted humidity within the crawl space. Call today and we’ll get your wet crawlspace dry.
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CRAWLSPACE REPAIR IN TULSA, OK
If a foundation leak has occurred, a french drain with a sump pump will be installed to remove the standing water. Foundation drainage has to be done before any other steps can be taken because of how damaging water can be to a home’s foundation. It also doesn’t make sense to try to dehumidify the air while there is water nearby. Once the crawl space has been drained the dehumidification process can continue on as normal. The most important part of this process is taking measures to keep outside humidity out of the space, which is why a vapor barrier will permanently be installed around the perimeter of the crawl space making it so any moisture that does seep into the home’s foundation from the ground will be caught behind the barrier and not affect the crawl space or basement systems housed there. Once the area is completely secured, a dehumidifier will be installed to extract the water that already exists in the air eventually making the crawl space dry. This step is close to the final step besides permanently sealing any doors or cracks in the concrete foundation to prevent future moisture from getting in. If a home does have foundation cracks or leaks, they will need to repaired to prevent water from seeping in. If serious foundation repairs need to be made a foundation contractor should have those done prior to having the dehumidification process performed since the crawl space of a home and its foundation are so closely related. Once these repairs are made and the dehumidification process is completed, the home’s foundation should be more sturdy and durable, overall the home will have clearer and healthier air, and there will be a lot less opportunity for mold and pests to hang out in the crawl space of the home. Overall, the dehumidification process has many important benefits and helps to keep a home safe and enjoyable to live in.
Is it normal to have water in a crawl space?
Crawlspaces are known for being damp, dark, and dim places. But that isn’t necessarily true, especially if you have a problem with a little too much water down there where it shouldn’t be. Water, in any form, in your crawlspace is worrying. But this problem is not uncommon. Actually many hundreds of crawlspaces get flooded with water every year, and have the problem taken care of very easily. Flooding is one way to have your crawlspace be full of water, especially if you live in an area that doesn’t get a lot of moisture but have a few serious storms a year, that can be taken care of really quickly if done right by water removal experts. The water that is rained down on the ground is soaked up by the ground, there is only so much that the ground can hold. After the ground hits its limit on what it can hold, flooding starts to happen. Flash flooding is what happens when the earth has been dry for so long that it can’t handle a large outpouring of water, so it just lets it pass through. This kind of flooding occurs in areas that are very dry, mostly desert climates, during the rainier months of the year.
Another way to have water in your crawlspace is by bursting pipes that fill up the area with water that should have been going into the rest of your home. This kind of problem is really common, especially during the winter months when pipes freeze and burst in the cold air that is in your crawlspace. Heating your crawlspace is a great way for you to prevent this from happening in your home. It’s also recommended that you take extra care to have your crawlspace properly insulated, along with the pipes that you use to transport water around your home. Taking care in what kind of materials that you use in your water, heating, and cooling systems could help improve the chances of your crawlspace not having any water in it at all. When you have a plumber initially install the pipes for the water in your home, maybe take the time to talk with them about the different kinds of materials that you could have in your home. Not all piping is created equal, and some are more likely to burst or need other repairs if they aren’t in the perfect conditions. Of course, the price is a factor when choosing the materials for your home, so to make sure that you’re getting the best possible option for you and your home, talk with your contractor and other professionals who will put your home together.
Another problem that could lead to water vapor grouping up in your crawlspace is by having a very humid crawlspace. Because the water that is rained down on the ground is soaked up by the ground, there is only so much that the ground can hold. Sometimes that means that you could have puddles forming down in your crawlspace, and the humidity is also making condensate water from on the walls and ceiling. This is no good, and needs to be taken care of as soon as possible to make sure that your home is protected from water damage and mold formation. There are a few ways to prevent these kinds of issues from happening, one of which is by sealing off your crawlspace.
Another way to have water in your crawlspace is by bursting pipes that fill up the area with water that should have been going into the rest of your home. This kind of problem is really common, especially during the winter months when pipes freeze and burst in the cold air that is in your crawlspace. Heating your crawlspace is a great way for you to prevent this from happening in your home. It’s also recommended that you take extra care to have your crawlspace properly insulated, along with the pipes that you use to transport water around your home. Taking care in what kind of materials that you use in your water, heating, and cooling systems could help improve the chances of your crawlspace not having any water in it at all. When you have a plumber initially install the pipes for the water in your home, maybe take the time to talk with them about the different kinds of materials that you could have in your home. Not all piping is created equal, and some are more likely to burst or need other repairs if they aren’t in the perfect conditions. Of course, the price is a factor when choosing the materials for your home, so to make sure that you’re getting the best possible option for you and your home, talk with your contractor and other professionals who will put your home together.
Another problem that could lead to water vapor grouping up in your crawlspace is by having a very humid crawlspace. Because the water that is rained down on the ground is soaked up by the ground, there is only so much that the ground can hold. Sometimes that means that you could have puddles forming down in your crawlspace, and the humidity is also making condensate water from on the walls and ceiling. This is no good, and needs to be taken care of as soon as possible to make sure that your home is protected from water damage and mold formation. There are a few ways to prevent these kinds of issues from happening, one of which is by sealing off your crawlspace.
How can you get rid of water in a crawlspace?
Sealing your crawl space is an amazing way to make sure that your home is protected from all the outside elements. The first step in sealing off your crawlspace is by removing any excess water formation that you might have. This water formation is what could be causing a variety of problems in your home, like mold and water damage. Water in your crawl space can be removed in different ways depending on what kind of water you have. For standing water, professionals will come in and suck out every last drop that you have. For water vapor, those same crawl space experts will run a large dehumidifying unit to make the entire space completely bone dry. Once the water is removed from the area, the rest of the process can start. The first thing in completely sealing off your crawlspace is installing a vapor barrier on the ground. This vapor barrier is actually a sheet of plastic, varying in thickness, that is sealed to the ground of your crawlspace. This keeps any kind of ground water from coming into the crawlspace, therefore preventing most of the water vapor from forming as well. Vapor barriers are easy to install, and only take a few minutes for professionals to put into place. If you would like to have a vapor barrier installed in your home, then all you would have to do is call the crawl space experts in Tulsa OK, and choose the thickness of plastic you would like. Obviously, the thicker the plastic, the more protection you would have.
Who deals with crawlspaces issues?
After the vapour barrier is put into place, the next step would be to seal off any holes or opening to the outside. This is a simple step, and only takes a few minutes for the sealant to be applied. Sealants vary depending on how much you’re willing to spend. Talking with the contractor is always the best way to get exactly what you want out of the situation. Once the sealant is in place, you are completely sealed away. If you live in a particularly wet area, then a dehumidifying unit could be installed to keep the air dry. The same is true if you live in a very cold area. In those colder areas, small heating units are available upon request and can help keep your crawlspace, and the rest of your home, a little warmer. If you are in need of help in your crawlspace, then you can call the professionals in Tulsa OK. at the number that is listed on this site. We are ready to help you remove any water you might have in your crawlspace, with a local touch.