What is a Crawl Space Encapsulation?

The term crawl space encapsulation is floating around more and more these day, but what exactly does it mean?

What is a Crawl Space Encapsulation?

A crawl space encapsulation is the process of sealing the crawl space from the earth. This is ideally done with a thick, durable vapor barrier and the installation of a dehumidifier. 

Why Does it Matter?

Even though your crawl space is beneath your home, it is still apart of it! A crawl space can have a huge impact on the health of your home. Moisture left to sit can lead to mold and rot. These problems can have detrimental effects if not taken care of and prevented from occurring again. 

What Does an Encapsulation Do?

A crawl space encapsulation helps to seal out moisture from the space, improve air quality, and keep out creepy crawlies! Moisture can seep into a crawl space through the earth, open vents, and humid air. An encapsulation works hard to seal out that moisture, keep pests from making the space their home. A dehumidifier then filters the air to keep it fresh and dry. 

Do I need a Crawl Space Encapsulation? 

If you have a dirt crawl space with open vents, or any kind of moisture, you definitely need a crawl space encapsulation in order to best safeguard your home. An encapsulated crawl space is a protected one!

How We Can Help

Here at Cleveland Basement Systems, we solve crawl space problems every day! We have experts with years of experience in this field along with patented and warrantied products that work! Whether you know your crawl space needs help or you still have questions, reach out today! We'd love to help you schedule your FREE estimate and inspection.