Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Recommendation for Preserving Home Value & Addressing Sagging Floors
In Riverdale, GA, a homeowner expressed concern about their sagging floors, prompting our inspector to conduct a comprehensive free crawl space inspection. During the assessment, it was evident that the home lacked adequate support in multiple areas, leading to the sagging floors. Furthermore, a persistent high humidity issue had caused the wood supporting the floor to rot over time, compromising the structural integrity of the home.
To provide a truly effective solution, our experienced inspector recommended an approach that not only solves the symptoms of the problem -but the problem itself. First, they advised repairing or replacing the weak joists with new treated wood, addressing the areas in need of immediate attention. Second, the installation of the SmartJack Support System was proposed to stabilize the sagging areas, ensuring long-lasting support for the floors. Lastly, the implementation of the CleanSpace Encapsulation System was suggested to tackle the persistent humidity issue, preventing future wood rot and preserving the value of the home.
Relative Humidity
The humidity level was at a high 75.7%, risking mold growth and wood rot.
Existing Wood Repairs
Here is an area of the crawlspace our inspector assessed, showing existing wood repairs with sistering, but the moisture issue that caused the wood to deteriorate is still a problem.
General Wood Condition
The condition of the wood supporting the home was not great, with multiple areas of wood repairs recommended to provide full support.
Cold Ducts in the Crawl Space
When a high moisture level and the presence of AC ducts in the crawl space combine, the hot, humid air cools down and leaves behind condensation and water vapor, which causes wood rot and mold. With a CleanSpace Encapsulation, this is no longer an issue.
