A homeowner in Bamberg, SC contacted us about issues with their crawlspace, including cracks in interior drywall at door corners, unlevel floors, and a mold/mildew smell. Our inspector conducted a thorough investigation of the crawl space and interior of the home, identifying a moisture issue with a moisture meter and water seepage indicated by tracks in the dirt. They recommended installing SmartJack support to stabilize the floor and a CleanSpace Encapsulation System to protect the foundation from wood rot and mold development that had caused the musty smell.
Drywall Cracking
Above the doorway, the drywall was cracking, showing a drop in the floor level under the wall here.
Floor Level Measurement
A laser level was used on the interior of the home to find the difference in height in the floor across multiple rooms.
Existing Support
Although there was existing support in place for the floor, the support was not effective in preventing the floor from sagging.
Wood Condition
There were areas in the crawl space where the wood condition was being harmed by the moisture level. Without intervention, this wood will lose its structural integrity due to wood rot.
