Protect Your Dunwoody Property with Pro Restoration Expertise 

Crawl spaces are among the most overlooked spots in any given home and are among the most potentially vulnerable to damage, whether from plumbing concerns, flooding, or microbial proliferation. Dunwoody homes need reliable protection for the foundations of their properties to offset issues that come with heavy rains, high humidity, and flood potential, and crawl space encapsulation is among the most effective solutions for minimizing risk to your home’s structure. 

When to Consider Crawl Space Encapsulation for Your Home 

When homeowners are made aware that steps can be taken to safeguard the crawl space further, one of the first questions that might arise is, “When should you get this done?” There are a few indicators in your home that can help you and your friendly local restoration professionals determine whether encapsulation is a sound solution for your property. 

  • Even after treatment, living spaces continue to show signs of microbial growth and pests, indicating that the source may be elsewhere in the property, such as the crawl space, which is vulnerable to moisture and microbial contamination. 

  • The relative humidity in the crawlspace is significantly higher than average, and a condensation risk is evident from dew point analysis of HVAC components or joists. 

  • Mineral deposits, dampness, and standing water can indicate hydrostatic pressure or insufficient drainage penetrating the property.  

  • Floors above the crawlspace are unusually cold or soft underfoot.  

Encapsulation Services Help Homeowners Save While Reducing Damage Risk 

Encapsulation services offer multiple benefits for your residence while safeguarding the space itself. HVAC, subflooring, and even the value of your property can all see an upturn. For example, reducing air exchange in a properly encapsulated crawl space can minimize HVAC load, which means more stable temperature and humidity levels throughout the home. The space also becomes easier to clean and dry, keeping pests and microbes at bay. The savings don’t stop there: encapsulated crawlspaces protect subfloors, joists, beams, and sill plates, all of which can minimize repair and replacement needs for these essential structural components.  

How AdvantaClean of Sandy Springs Performs Crawl Space Encapsulation 

Before our team begins encapsulation, we create a detailed moisture map that includes vapor intrusion pathways and pest detection. We can then focus on eliminating unsalvageable material and debris that might compromise the cleanliness or safety of the space before implementing remediation and water removal strategies. The key is to achieve a moisture content that is too low to support pest infestations or mold intrusion but not so low that it affects the integrity of structural components. From there, we can focus on vapor barrier installations, sealing the space, and performing tests to ensure everything is implemented to code.  

Ready to take the next big step in mitigating disasters that could impact your home’s foundation? Our team at AdvantaClean of Sandy Springs is just a phone call away at (404) 474-8443. Contact us today to learn more about what our Dunwoody area crawl space encapsulation services can do for you.

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