Crawl Space Insulation Before & After Photos

Living next to the marsh in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is the sweet coastal life. For coastal home foundations, there are preventative measures needed in order to live in such a humid area. First is ground water management. Our CleanSpace™ System addresses the mitigating groundwater intrusion. We install 4" perforated drainage pipe w/silt sock along the perimeter of crawl space and then install a drainage matting over the floor of the crawl space. The SmartSump and 15 ft. of discharge to prevent mold, rot and odors in the crawl space.

Second step is prevent cupping of wood floors. We suggest installing the Cleanspace encapsulation system that includes a custom-fitted vapor barrier, designed to mitigate airborne moisture and particulates. Cleanspace is not a waterproofing membrane, and does not offer protection from standing water. We install a dehumidifier, clean out/prep the crawl space, wrap piers, install a new access panel with weather stripping and secure it with toggle bolts.  

If you are looking to extend the life of your coastal home that has a crawl space, have us come do a free inspection to make sure you have the preventative measures in place to enjoy your home for years. 

Crawl space encapsulation adds a thick layer of internal insulation around the crawl space walls. This vapor barrier covering the floor creates a fair amount of insulation between the floor and the ground. This insulation protects the crawl space and the floor above it from external temperature extremes — keeping the area warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

Passive insulation makes the house more energy-efficient, meaning the HVAC system doesn’t have to work as hard to keep the house cozy. Lower AC usage translates to lower energy consumption and lower electric bills.

Mold and other fungi such as lichen and mildew thrive in dark, moist, humid places. An unsealed crawl space is an ideal habitat for fungi colonies. But eliminating moisture and keeping the air in constant circulation inside the crawl space makes the environment inhospitable to mold.

Mold in any part of the house is not something to take lightly. Mold’s characteristic musty odor is just the start of the problems. As mold grows, it releases dust-like spores and other micro-toxins into the air that can cause allergic reactions and respiratory illnesses. Also, mold feeds on the material it grows on, causing it to rot or wither.

Have Carolina Energy Conservation take a look! Home Energy Assessments are free and we can let you know the condition of your crawl space.

This Charleston homeowner hired an interior designer to transform her home into her dream living space, but noticeable mold around the A/C vents needed to be addressed first. Knowing Carolina Energy Conservation’s expertise in mold remediation, the designer requested a free energy evaluation. The assessment revealed that encapsulating the ductwork and crawlspace would resolve the mold issue while improving energy efficiency. Encapsulating the A/C ducts reduced condensation and ensured balanced airflow throughout the home, while crawlspace encapsulation improved air quality and addressed standing water concerns. Carolina Energy Conservation also added a dehumidifier to prevent any further moisture issues within the crawlspace and make sure the crawlspace would be issue free for years to come. The project was completed in just a few business days, helping the homeowner move one step closer to her dream home while saving money along the way.

This Charleston Homeowner was looking for an energy-efficient solution for their home and wanted to reduce heating and cooling costs. They spotted Carolina Energy Conservation at the Charleston Home Show, and asked us how we could go about making his home more energy efficient. Our specialist recommended removing all of the old fiberglass insulation within the attic and crawlspace and replacing it with our premier spray foam. This new spray foam is more thermally efficient than fiberglass and would help save this homeowner's energy costs even more all while being mold resistant as well. This would also ensure air sealing throughout the crawlspace and improve air quality within the home, while performing this work in the attic space would allow the HVAC units to run less, adding to his energy savings in the process. This seamless and effective process ultimately transformed the home’s overall comfort in addition to saving the homeowner money on utility bills for years to come!

This Pawleys Island homeowner was looking for an energy-efficient solution to address their crawlspace, which had visible fiberglass insulation hanging down. They decided to ask their HVAC service company during a visit, and the company recommended Carolina Energy Conservation as specialists capable of handling any crawlspace need. After a free evaluation by one of our specialists, we recommended removing all the old insulation and replacing it with our premier spray foam. This new spray foam is more thermally efficient than fiberglass and would help save this homeowner's energy costs exponentially all while being mold resistant as well. This would also ensure air sealing throughout the crawlspace and improve air quality within the home. This seamless and effective process ultimately transformed the home’s overall comfort.