Is Your Vapor Barrier Doing Its Job?

Not all vapor barriers are created equal, nor do they produce the same expected results. The homeowner at this Savannah, GA home contacted us with concerns of water seeping into their crawl space. They previously had a thin plastic liner installed, or should I say "layed", on the ground of their crawl space.

Homeowners may choose this option of installing a DIY liner from the local hardware store in order to save money, but the problem with going this route is-

- If the liner is not attached or sealed around the piers or walls, water and moisture can flow onto the liner creating pools of water. Standing water in your crawl space wreaks havoc on floor joists and results in mold and wood rot, not to mention nasty smells.

- A think 6 mil liner cannot withstand the elements long-term, or service technicians crawling on it when accessing plumbing or wiring in the crawl space. It can also get bunched up and leave areas of the ground exposed and obstruct water drainage.

At Lowcountry Basement Systems, our installers are trained to install our 20 mil thick reinforced liner by securing it to the ground, taping the seams, pinning and caulking it to the piers and walls. The CleanSpace system creates a permanant solution for the homeowner, and it is well worth the cost to eliminate future worry and dealing with the same issue over, and over.

We aim to keep your crawl space dry, for good! Call us for a FREE ESTIMATE today!