Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation
Crawl space moisture means crawl space mold. Mold creates health problems for your family.
Schedule Free InspectionCrawl Space Problem Signs
Crawl space problems come in many forms, and they make themselves known throughout your house in a variety of ways. If any of the below signs are familiar in your home, you may need crawl space encapsulation & repair.
Wet Crawl Space Insulation
Safeguard your home against the hazards of wet crawl space insulation with JES Foundation Repair's comprehensive services.
Sagging Floors
Sagging floors are a red flag for foundational concerns. JES Foundation Repair offers a solution with advanced crawl space support.
Mold in Crawl Space
Crawl space mold, often unseen, poses significant health risks. JES Foundation Repair offers specialized encapsulation services.
Crawl Space Humidity
Learn how JES Foundation Repair addresses crawl space humidity with specialized solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Sagging floors and unpleasant odors might seem like the norm to homeowners with a crawl space. But these common crawl space problems are far from normal.
The condition of your crawl space greatly influences the health and safety of your home overall. Problems that stem from excessive moisture and humidity include mold growth that can be dangerous for many people to breathe, as well as wood rot that compromises your home’s structural integrity.
These issues are serious, but they’re not beyond repair! JES Foundation Repair specializes in crawl space encapsulation that will protect your home for years to come.
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Causes of Crawl Space Issues
Here's what's compromising your crawl space:
Open crawl space vents let in moisture, which creates the perfect environment for wood rot, mold, mildew and dust mites. Plus a vented dirt crawl space can also cause your energy bill to be nearly 20% higher!
Exposed dirt in your crawl space absorbs moisture open crawl space vents allow inside. As damp soil dries, it rises through your house, changing relative humidity inside your home, contributing to high energy bills.
Spring showers are great for your flowers & landscaping, but create problems for your crawl space. Extra moisture forces the soil to expand & press against your crawl space foundation, eventually causing cracks.
If your home doesn’t have a drainage system in place, then all the water that flows out of your gutters or roof will land near your foundation. That water forces the soil to expand & will push against your crawl space foundation, forcing water in & creating cracks.
Most of us think about the damage to the inside of our home when we find a plumbing leak. Those problems spread to your crawl space. Cracks in pipes or water lines leading to your home create a mess out of your lawn but can also harm your foundation, & create water damage in your crawl space.
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Crawl Space Repair Solutions
Crawl space problems need the best repair and crawl space encapsulation solutions to solve them. Our crawl space systems come with long-term, nationally backed warranties and are proven to permanently protect your home. Below are some of the solutions your inspector might recommend.
Crawl Space Insulation Replacement and Installation
Proper crawl space insulation creates a healthy, energy-efficient home. Learn about our exclusive ExTremeBloc™ insulation panels.
Crawl Space Dehumidifier Installation
Achieve optimal crawl space humidity control and moisture management with JES Foundation Repair's AquaStop™ Crawl Space Air System.
Crawl Space Sump Pump
Keep your home dry with a reliable crawl space sump pump from JES Foundation Repair. Get your free quote today!
Crawl Space Vapor Barrier Installation
Tired of a wet crawl space? Protect it with JES' vapor barrier for effective moisture control and encapsulation.
Is Crawl Space Encapsulation the Right Solution for Me?
Homes in southern coastal areas like Hampton Roads and the Outer Banks typically have crawl spaces. Crawl spaces buffer the house from the ground, and they often contain essentials like plumbing pipes, ductwork, and HVAC equipment.
Since the mid-20th century, crawl spaces have been built with open vents and dirt floors which cause a lot of their problems. Moisture and pests can enter through them and damage your crawl space.
You don’t have to live with these crawl space problems. Our crawl space expert at JES help you create a safer, healthier living environment with permanent crawl space encapsulation solutions.
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FAQs
Humidity, unfortunately, is not a harmless visitor in your home. If you allow humidity to gather in your crawl space, then you may find yourself contending with unwanted damage in the days, weeks, and months to come. Humidity, after all, does more than make your space uncomfortable to live in. Unwanted moisture in the air can cause significant damage throughout the whole of your home, such as:
- Unpleasant smells
- Mold growths
- Warped door frames
- Damaged windowsills
- Sagging floors
- Rotting floor joists
- Wood rot
- Foundation sinkage
If you find yourself contending with crawl space humidity, you can reach out to a professional contractor in your area to schedule a home inspection. During a home inspection, you can find the source of a leak and determine how best you can resolve the damage done to your home. You can also discuss what waterproofing measures might help you protect your home from unwanted moisture after repairs have been completed.
The stack effect is a condition in a home describing the behavior of air based on its density. Air that is warmer has a less significant density than cooler air. As a result, warmer air tends to rise to the top of a home. However, if the air in your crawl space takes on an excessive amount of moisture, the density of the air can increase significantly. In most cases, you’d assume that’d mean air would remain in the bottom of your home. However, if the moisture from your crawl space starts to leak into the rest of your home, that dense air can spread, exposing all belongings and other structural supports to conditions that might result in damage.
There is no getting away from the stack effect, unfortunately. No matter what steps you take, the warmer air in your home will always rise to the top of your home. However, if you work to eliminate the excess moisture in your crawl space, you can prevent wood rot and other moisture-induced damage from appearing in the rest of your home. It is in your best interest to see what you can do to seal off the entirety of your crawl space. Even if you haven’t taken any preventative measures yet, you can keep the vents in your crawl space closed and blocked off while also making sure your crawl space door fits well in its frame.
The process of encapsulating your crawl space allows you to protect your home against unwanted moisture. A professional will cover the walls and floor with a dense layer of plastic-like material. In doing so, they create a tight seal within your space, preventing both water and most gas particles from making their way inside. It’s important to maintain the health of your crawl space and the function of your protective measures. So you will need to keep an eye on your encapsulation materials over the years to ensure that none of them are wearing thin.
The cost of encapsulating your crawl space will vary based on the types of materials you want to purchase, as well as the size of the space you want to protect. If you let your crawl space suffer from damage for an extended period of time, however, the cost of eventual repairs will vastly outstrip those protective measures you might invest in ahead of time. Additionally, encapsulating your crawl space can help lower your electric bills, as they can improve your ability to control the temperature throughout your crawl space and the rest of your home.
Crawl space encapsulations help you create a sealed area within your crawl space. In doing so, they make it easier for you to prevent unwanted humidity and, in turn, to deal with it accordingly. If something breaks the seal you have on your crawl space, you might find yourself contending with a spread of moisture throughout the rest of your home.
An ill-fitting crawl space door will let moisture into the rest of your home. You’ll want to work with the professionals in your area to first identify the source of moisture in your crawl space and fix it. With a leak fixed, you can then go about removing the rest of the unwanted moisture from the rest of your crawl space. Only once your space has dried out should you go about replacing your crawl space door and its frame. Once you’ve reached that point, you can make sure that the door fits well into its frame and benefits from another waterproofing measure you may have installed in your space.
Crawl space encapsulation will almost certainly help you lower your energy costs. In fact, some people suggest you could save up to 15-25% in energy costs when you encapsulate your crawl space. It can be more difficult to cool your home when the air is humid, and the same holds true whether you’re cooling your crawl space or the rest of your home.
When encapsulating your crawl space, you’re removing all ability for moisture to enter the crawl space. When moisture can’t enter your crawl space, it also can’t rise up through the rest of the home. That means you have to use much less energy to condition the air in your crawl space and in the home in general.
On an aesthetic level, an unlined crawl space tends to smell unpleasant. These types of smells tend to arise as a result of precipitation and the unprotected dirt or materials you’ve left unlined in the space. The smells coming from your crawl space can rise up through your home along with unpleasant, moist air and permeate otherwise clean spaces. It can be extremely difficult to get rid of these smells, even if you make a point of clearing out the rest of your home. Leaving a crawl space unlined can also result in:
- Warped door frames
- Damaged windowsills
- The stack effect
- Sagging floors throughout your home
In short, by lining your crawl space, you protect that space from extensive damage. You can reach out to professional contractors in your area to determine what kind of crawl space lining might help you protect your space against the aforementioned problems. Note that not all linings are waterproof, but that you can invest in waterproof lining when you’re first installing the protective measure. Some other types of linings are merely aesthetic, but they can still provide tentative support in your fight against unwanted moisture.
That “musty smell” that many people think of as being indicative of a regularly functioning crawl space is actually not an intended crawl space feature. The musty crawl space smell actually occurs because of mold growth, which feeds off moisture to grow.
This is exactly why a “musty smell” should be a sign that you need to fix something. If your crawl space smells musty and stale, there’s something wrong. You can fix it and avoid potentially permanent damage from mold and moisture, but you have to take the first step. Don’t wait to check out your crawl space; there’s a decent chance that there’s something happening you can fix.
That “musty smell” that many people think of as being indicative of a regularly functioning crawl space is actually not an intended crawl space feature. The musty crawl space smell actually occurs because of mold growth, which feeds off moisture to grow.
This is exactly why a “musty smell” should be a sign that you need to fix something. If your crawl space smells musty and stale, there’s something wrong. You can fix it and avoid potentially permanent damage from mold and moisture, but you have to take the first step. Don’t wait to check out your crawl space; there’s a decent chance that there’s something happening you can fix.
Some people seem to think that fixing bouncy or sagging floors can be a DIY project that you may be able to fix with the addition of a brick or a stack of wood. However, you should always consult an expert if you’re experiencing issues with bouncy floors.
It’s true that this method of providing additional support, also called “sistering,” can be beneficial in some cases. However, this additional support will only last for a short period of time. If the floor joist is bouncy because it’s over-spanned or full of wood rot, you’re just putting a bandage over the problem rather than addressing it head-on.
Incorrectly supporting the floors can sometimes be worse than not supporting them at all. Cinder blocks can tip or crumble, which can damage your home when they fall. Jacking up floor joists very quickly can cause the floor to buckle and drywall cracks to form. Using any pieces of wood may just add fuel to the fire and allow mold and wood rot to spread.
Clearly, the only answer is to contact a crawl space expert to fix your bouncy floors. You want the job done right the first time, and the only way to do that is to contact a JES expert for help.
For a long time, people thought open crawl space vents were actually a benefit in a home. The idea was that crawl spaces needed ventilation because the ventilation would help “dry out” the crawl space. In fact, many building codes required ventilated crawl spaces, with minimal exceptions for unventilated crawl spaces.
Although this was a popular idea for many years, it doesn’t hold up to scrutiny nowadays. Because of the different temperatures of outside air and air in your home, open crawl space vents may actually increase the amount of humidity in your crawl space, rather than reducing it. Clearly, it’s not a good idea to leave your crawl space vents open.
The good thing is that there are many ways to return your crawl space to an encapsulated state. JES offers crawl space vent covers that you can add to your vents to avoid the entrance of water, moisture-laden air, or anything else into your crawl space.
Dehumidifiers can serve as effective waterproofing measures in your crawl space. Whether or not a dehumidifier can help you solve your crawl space problem, however, will depend on the extent of damage you’re seeing in your space. Dehumidifiers help pull moisture from the air and can run fairly consistently, as long as you cycle them regularly. If a contractor believes that the extent of your damage can be confined to high levels of humidity and not, for example, mold growths or standing water, dehumidifiers can help protect your space against immediate damage while also preventing a build-up of air pressure that might, later down the line, circulate moist air through the rest of your home.
However, note that dehumidifiers are not fix-all devices. If you’re contending with more significant moisture levels in your crawl space, it may be in your best interest to pair a dehumidifier with another set of waterproofing measures, like a vapor barrier, interior drainage system, and a sump pump. This way, the multiple waterproofing measures can support one another as they draw unwanted moisture out of your space.
Wet insulation will not do its job in your home, but it can also become a host for mold spores. You can again work with a professional to inspect your crawl space and reveal any insulation that might have suffered damage as a result of a leak. Should you find wet crawl space insulation, you may have to hire a professional to effectively remove it and replace it.
You can remove that moisture, dispose of it in accordance with your county’s regulations, and install new insulation material. We recommend rigid, waterproof panels called ExTremeBloc™ that also are treated to resist termites. Above all else, be sure to check over the space where your insulation used to be for signs of mold growth. You’ll want to do what you can to remove all such growth from your home before they have the opportunity to spread further.
Why Crawl Space Repair and Encapsulation Are Needed
Just as crawl space problems have a variety of impacts, crawl space repair and encapsulation offer your home and family countless benefits. Here are just a few of them:
Improves Energy Efficiency
Vented crawl spaces allow the unconditioned outside air inside your crawl space and home. This can make your floors feel cold during the winter and warm during the summer. Thus, you would be constantly fighting with your HVAC system to find a comfortable temperature. This not only strains your HVAC, but its constant operation can drive up utility bills. But with airtight vent covers, a vapor barrier, and a dehumidifier, your home will be more comfortable and energy-efficient.
Helps Deter Pests
Bugs and other pesky critters can easily make their way inside through the ground, cracks in your crawl space, and open or faulty vents and doors. They are attracted by the isolation, darkness, and moisture your unconditioned crawl space offers. But by deploying moisture control methods, you can decrease their interest in the space and make it more difficult for them to get inside. This can be done with vent covers, a thick vapor barrier, rigid insulation panels (that are integrated with a termiticide), and an energy-efficient dehumidifier.
Offers Positive Impact from the Stack Effect
Nearly half of the air you breathe in your house comes from your crawl space. That is largely due to the stack effect, the natural movement of air throughout your home from bottom to top. This means that anything in your crawl space like mold spores, pest waste, and unpleasant odors also circulates elsewhere in your house. This is unhealthy and unsafe, especially for people with existing breathing conditions. But once your crawl space is properly encapsulated and dehumidified, the cleaner, conditioned air within this space is circulated.
Common Crawl Space Encapsulation & Repair Tips & Mistakes
We’ve seen pretty much everything during our 30 years as crawl space encapsulation experts. To equip you with knowledge and advice, here are some helpful dos and don’ts:
Tips to Consider:
- Clean Your Gutters and Downspouts: While crawl space encapsulation systems are internal, you also need to protect your crawl space from the outside. Your gutters and downspouts are your first line of defense against excess water around your home. Regularly inspect and maintain yours at least twice a year in the spring and fall. Check for any holes, remove clogs and debris, and ensure the downspouts and extensions drain away from the house.
- Correctly Grade Your Yard: Having a positively graded yard also prevents excess water from collecting near your crawl space. A yard with a positive grade slopes down and away from the house, draining water away from it.
- Add Backup Waterproofing Protection: Our region experiences a considerable amount of precipitation, and flooding is prevalent in coastal areas. Along with encapsulation solutions, having waterproofing measures, such as an interior drainage system and a sump pump, is critical. In the event of a power outage, be sure your crawl space sump pump has a battery backup pump to ensure continuous operation when you need it the most.
Mistakes to Avoid:
- Enter Your Crawl Space Without Proper Protection: Your crawl space may be full of mold, and it might even be caving in. We recommend you don’t go in there without proper protection. In fact, you should leave it to professionals if you haven’t been down there in a while and don’t know what to expect.
- Waste Money on Partial Solutions: When your crawl space needs repairs, it can be tempting to address them with quick, partial solutions. Pumping sand into the crawl space to try to sop up water, placing fans or conventional dehumidifiers inside to try to dry the air, and laying a thin, 6-mil vapor barrier liner on the crawl space floor—these are all partial solutions. And they can end up making crawl space problems worse.
- DIY Your Crawl Space: While it may be tempting to repair your own crawl space with solutions from big-box stores, most of those solutions simply won’t cut it and you may make crawl space issues worse. You may also be putting yourself at risk of exposure to mold and other hazards. Leave it to the pros!
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Northern Virginia
Cracks and water intrusion impact your home’s safety, health, and appearance. Repair and protect your home with trusted solutions only available from JES Foundation Repair.
Washington, DC
Weather conditions in Washington DC can cause problems for your foundation and lead to structural damage around your home. JES has industry-leading solutions designed to repair this type of damage and keep your foundation protected from it in the future.
Charlottesville, VA
We understand that keeping your home protected is of the utmost importance, and Charlottesville’s rainy and humid environment can make that challenging. That’s why JES has world-class solutions and knowledge to keep your foundation permanently protected.
Hampton Roads, VA
The Hampton Roads region is home to several cities in Virginia, including Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Virginia Beach. All these cities share similar weather and soil conditions, with sandy soils and an above-average amount of rain – a combination that causes damage to your foundation.
Northeast North Carolina
Northeast North Carolina’s heavy rain and unstable soils can lead to water, excess humidity, cracks, and unevenness around your property. JES has the best solutions to combat these problems and permanently repair and protect your home.
Lynchburg, VA
Muggy summers, above-average annual rainfall, and clay soils make Lynchburg a challenging place for your home's foundation. These environmental conditions quickly lead to crawl space, basement, or concrete damage on your property, and JES has world-class solutions to fix the problem
Roanoke, VA
Situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia, Roanoke has wet summers with weekly rain. When winter rolls around, the area gets plenty of snowfall too. All this moisture damages your foundation over time, but JES has world-class tools and experience to repair and prevent issues.
Danville, VA
Danville’s native soil has a sublayer of clay that expands during frequent summer rains. This combination causes serious problems for your crawl space, concrete, or basement foundation. JES has world-class solutions to protect your property in any situation.
Richmond, VA
The sandy soil and wet climate of Richmond will wreak havoc on your home's concrete, foundation, basement, and crawl space. JES is here to help tackle the problems causing your foundation to falter!
Baltimore Metro
Your home in Baltimore is plagued with foundation problems thanks to environmental problems like climate and soil type. JES Foundation Repair has the knowledge and high-quality products to repair them permanently.
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In Nottingham, uneven and sunken concrete can become a common issue due to the expansive clay soils and the region’s wet climate. Whether it’s your driveway, sidewalk, or patio, moisture and shifting soil can cause concrete slabs to settle unevenly, leading to cracks and safety hazards. JES offers PolyRenewal™, a cutting-edge concrete lifting solution that […]
Concrete Lifting in Harpers Ferry, WV
In Harpers Ferry, the combination of around 40 inches of annual rainfall and the sandy loam soil can lead to erosion and washout, causing concrete slabs to sink over time. Driveways, sidewalks, and patios may develop cracks and uneven surfaces, posing safety hazards for residents. Our concrete lifting solutions use eco-friendly polyurethane injections to restore […]
Concrete Lifting in Smithfield, VA
In Smithfield, the combination of expansive clay soils and seasonal precipitation can lead to sinking and uneven concrete surfaces around your home. Whether it’s your driveway, patio, or sidewalk, the shifting soil can create unsightly cracks and trip hazards. To address these issues, JES uses PolyRenewalTM, an innovative concrete lifting solution that effectively restores your […]
Concrete Lifting in Moneta, VA
In Moneta, VA, the local topsoil can be prone to erosion and washout, especially during the wet seasons, which leads to issues with sinking and uneven concrete surfaces. Activities like parking in driveways or walking on sidewalks can become hazardous due to cracked or uneven concrete. JES offers PolyRenewal, a high-quality concrete lifting solution that […]
Concrete Lifting in Stephens City, VA
In Stephens City, the combination of expansive clay soils and the area’s 40 inches of annual rainfall can lead to settling issues for concrete surfaces. Whether it’s driveways, sidewalks, or patios, the unstable soil can cause concrete to become uneven and cracked. To address these issues, JES utilizes PolyRenewalTM, a premium concrete lifting solution that […]
Concrete Lifting in College Park, MD
In College Park, the reliance on concrete surfaces for driveways, sidewalks, and patios is common, but the area’s clay soils can lead to uneven and sunken concrete. The average annual precipitation of around 40 inches contributes to soil instability, which can result in cracks and trip hazards on your property. JES utilizes PolyRenewalTM, a state-of-the-art […]
Concrete Lifting in Dumfries, VA
In Dumfries, the combination of clay soils and frequent rainfall can lead to concrete settling and cracking on your property. As the soil beneath a concrete slab expands and contracts with moisture changes, it causes the concrete to become uneven and sunken. To address this, JES employs PolyRenewal™, a cutting-edge concrete lifting solution that cures […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Edgewater, MD
Crawl spaces are intended to protect your home from moisture, but in Edgewater, the average annual precipitation of about 42 inches can lead to significant problems. Poor ventilation and water intrusion can cause humidity to soar, resulting in mold, sagging floors, and damage to your foundation. It’s crucial to address these issues promptly to maintain […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Rosedale, MD
Rosedale, MD, experiences a significant amount of rainfall each year, leading to potential moisture issues in crawl spaces. With an average annual precipitation of approximately 40 inches, the risk of water intrusion can compromise the integrity of the utilities and structural elements housed within your crawl space. JES offers comprehensive crawl space repair solutions, including […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Harpers Ferry, WV
Crawl spaces in Harpers Ferry often contend with moisture problems due to the area’s average annual precipitation of about 40 inches. This moisture can seep into crawl spaces through vents and gaps, leading to mold growth, sagging floors, and damage to insulation. Our expert team understands the local conditions and offers comprehensive crawl space repair […]
Concrete Lifting in Seaford, DE
In Seaford, DE, homeowners rely on concrete surfaces for various daily activities, but the region’s clay soils can lead to significant issues. The combination of heavy rainfall and soil washout can cause concrete to sink and crack, resulting in uneven surfaces around driveways, sidewalks, and patios. JES offers PolyRenewal, a state-of-the-art concrete lifting solution that […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Middle River, MD
Crawl spaces in Middle River, MD, serve as vital areas for housing essential home utilities, but they are particularly vulnerable to moisture due to the region’s average annual rainfall of about 45 inches. This moisture can lead to condensation and mold growth, especially in crawl spaces with open vents. By allowing water to seep in, […]
Concrete Lifting in Roanoke Rapids, NC
In Roanoke Rapids, the combination of rain and clay soil can lead to significant issues with concrete surfaces. Over time, moisture can wash out the soil supporting your driveways, sidewalks, and patios, causing them to sink and crack. This not only affects the aesthetic of your property but also poses safety risks. JES offers PolyRenewal, […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Moneta, VA
Moneta, VA, with its average annual precipitation of 44 inches, poses a risk of moisture problems in crawl spaces, particularly if they have open vents. The combination of heavy rains and the surrounding soil conditions can lead to water intrusion, resulting in mold growth, high humidity, and damage to important home utilities. JES offers comprehensive […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Nottingham, MD
The crawl spaces in Nottingham, MD, are particularly vulnerable to moisture issues due to the area’s average annual rainfall of about 40 inches and high humidity levels. These conditions can lead to dampness and mold growth in your crawl space, especially when combined with open vents and exposed dirt floors. This excess moisture can damage […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Lusby, MD
In Lusby, MD, the crawl space beneath your home plays a crucial role in protecting your property from moisture-related issues. With an average of 40 inches of rainfall each year, maintaining a dry, healthy crawl space is essential. The humid climate can lead to moisture intrusion through open vents and exposed dirt floors, resulting in […]
Concrete Lifting in Essex, MD
Concrete surfaces in Essex, MD, can suffer from instability due to the underlying expansive clay soils and seasonal moisture fluctuations. Over time, this can cause driveways, sidewalks, and patios to sink and crack, creating potential hazards around your property. JES offers an innovative solution called PolyRenewalTM for concrete lifting, which is waterproof and strengthens your […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in College Park, MD
The crawl space in your College Park home plays a critical role in supporting its structure and housing essential systems, but the humid climate and average annual rainfall of around 40 inches can create significant challenges. Moisture infiltration from the ground and through open vents can lead to mold growth, wood rot, and increased energy […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Smithfield, VA
The climate in Smithfield, characterized by high humidity and substantial rainfall, poses significant risks to your home’s crawl space. With an average annual precipitation of around 50 inches, moisture can easily infiltrate through vents and exposed dirt floors, leading to mold growth, wood rot, and increased energy costs. JES provides effective crawl space repair solutions, […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Kitty Hawk, NC
Crawl spaces in Kitty Hawk are particularly vulnerable due to the region’s high humidity levels and average annual precipitation of about 50 inches. These conditions can lead to moisture accumulation, promoting mold growth and structural damage over time. Open vents and exposed dirt floors further exacerbate moisture issues, affecting not only the crawl space but […]
Concrete Lifting in Bluefield, WV
In Bluefield, WV, the fluctuating weather conditions can lead to problems with concrete surfaces, such as driveways, sidewalks, and patios. Frequent rainfall and the natural erosion of soil can cause the ground beneath your concrete to wash away, resulting in sinking and uneven concrete. JES provides an innovative concrete lifting solution known as PolyRenewal, which […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in South Boston, VA
South Boston experiences a significant amount of rainfall each year, which can lead to moisture issues in your crawl space. With an average of 45 inches of rain, combined with open vents, your crawl space can become a breeding ground for mold and mildew, threatening the structural integrity of your home. JES provides effective crawl […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Stephens City, VA
Crawl spaces in Stephens City face unique challenges due to the region’s average annual rainfall of approximately 40 inches and the accompanying humidity. These elements create a breeding ground for moisture, leading to issues such as mold growth, wood rot, and increased energy costs. Open crawl space vents and dirt floors exacerbate the problem, allowing […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Burke, VA
Burke’s humid summers and approximately 40 inches of annual rainfall can lead to significant moisture problems in your crawl space. Inadequate ventilation and exposed dirt floors allow moisture to infiltrate, resulting in mold growth, wood rot, and increased energy costs. JES offers comprehensive crawl space repair solutions, including vapor barriers, vent covers, and drainage systems […]
Concrete Lifting in Bedford, VA
Concrete surfaces in Bedford, such as driveways and sidewalks, often suffer from instability due to the region’s expansive clay soils and significant rainfall. These conditions can cause concrete to sink, crack, and become uneven over time. JES offers the innovative PolyRenewal™ concrete lifting solution, which is waterproof and cures quickly, allowing your concrete to regain […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Berkeley Springs, WV
Crawl spaces in Berkeley Springs play a crucial role in supporting your home while housing essential utilities. However, with an average annual precipitation of 39 inches, moisture can easily infiltrate these areas, especially if they have open vents. The resulting dampness can lead to mold growth and increased indoor humidity, potentially compromising the health of […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Dumfries, VA
Dumfries sees an average annual rainfall of about 40 inches, creating a damp environment that can severely impact your crawl space. Moisture from the humid climate can enter through open vents and unsealed dirt floors, leading to mold growth, wood rot, and increased energy bills. To combat these issues, JES offers comprehensive crawl space repair […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Seaford, DE
Seaford, DE experiences an average annual precipitation of around 45 inches, which can lead to moisture problems in crawl spaces, especially those with open vents. This moisture can create an environment conducive to mold growth, high humidity, and structural damage. To protect your home, JES provides comprehensive crawl space repair solutions, including vapor barriers, vent […]
Concrete Lifting in Rocky Mount, VA
In Rocky Mount, the combination of local clay soil and the average annual rainfall of approximately 41 inches can lead to soil erosion and washout, causing concrete slabs to sink. If you notice uneven surfaces on your driveway, sidewalk, or patio, it can create safety hazards and detract from your home’s curb appeal. JES offers […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Purcellville, VA
The crawl space of your Purcellville home is essential for housing utilities and providing a buffer against damp soil. However, with an average annual precipitation of 38 inches, moisture can become a significant issue, especially if your crawl space has open vents. This moisture can lead to condensation, mold growth, and increased humidity levels inside […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Vinton, VA
Crawl spaces in Vinton are crucial for housing essential utilities, but they can be susceptible to moisture issues due to the area’s annual average rainfall of 40 inches. This moisture can accumulate, especially if the crawl space has open vents, leading to condensation, mold growth, and higher humidity levels. JES Foundation Repair provides comprehensive crawl […]
Concrete Lifting in Randallstown, MD
Randallstown homeowners often face challenges with sinking concrete due to the area’s clay soils, particularly during the wet seasons. Heavy rains can lead to soil washout, resulting in eroded ground that causes concrete slabs to shift and crack. To counteract these issues, JES provides PolyRenewal, an innovative concrete lifting solution that is waterproof and cures […]
Concrete Lifting in Galax, VA
In Galax, the combination of expansive clay soils and continuous rainfall can lead to concrete settling and damage. With an average annual precipitation of about 40 inches, the soil under your driveways, sidewalks, and patios can shift, causing unsightly cracks and uneven surfaces. JES offers PolyRenewalTM, an innovative concrete lifting solution that is both waterproof […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Millersville, MD
Crawl spaces in Millersville can be susceptible to moisture problems, especially given the area’s average annual rainfall of around 40 inches. The presence of open vents and moisture from the soil can lead to high humidity levels, mold growth, and deterioration of the structural components within your home. JES Foundation Repair is here to protect […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Cambridge, MD
Crawl spaces play a vital role in protecting your home’s foundation by elevating it above the ground. However, in Cambridge, MD, with its average annual precipitation of about 40 inches, these spaces can easily become vulnerable to moisture intrusion. Poor ventilation and inadequate sealing can lead to standing water, mold, and structural issues, including sagging […]
Concrete Lifting in Chevy Chase, MD
In Chevy Chase, the combination of clay soils and the region’s average annual precipitation of 40 inches can lead to soil instability, causing concrete surfaces to sink and crack. This can be particularly problematic for driveways, sidewalks, and patios, which are essential for daily activities. Fortunately, JES Foundation Repair offers an innovative solution with PolyRenewalTM, […]
Concrete Lifting in Laurel, MD
Concrete surfaces in Laurel, MD, such as driveways, sidewalks, and patios, are prone to sinking and cracking due to the area’s clay soil, especially after heavy rainfall. The average annual precipitation of 40 inches can lead to soil washout and erosion, creating an unstable base for concrete structures. JES provides PolyRenewal, an advanced concrete lifting […]
Concrete Lifting in Locust Grove, VA
In Locust Grove, the combination of seasonal rains and the area’s topsoil can lead to soil washout, causing concrete surfaces like driveways, sidewalks, and patios to sink and crack. Over time, this erosion creates uneven and unsightly concrete that poses tripping hazards and detracts from your property’s appearance. JES’s PolyRenewal concrete lifting solution is designed […]
Concrete Lifting in Temple Hills, MD
Concrete surfaces in Temple Hills, MD, can suffer from sinking and settling due to the area’s clay soil and approximately 40 inches of annual rainfall. This combination can lead to erosion and washout beneath concrete slabs, resulting in uneven driveways, sidewalks, and patios. Not only are these conditions unsightly, but they also pose safety hazards, […]
Concrete Lifting in Great Falls, VA
In Great Falls, VA, the combination of clay soils and seasonal rain can lead to common concrete issues such as sinking or uneven surfaces. The expansive nature of the soil, coupled with the area’s average annual rainfall of about 38 inches, can cause concrete to shift and crack over time. To combat these issues, JES […]
Concrete Lifting in Towson, MD
In Towson, the combination of silt loam soil and an average of 61 inches of precipitation can lead to erosion and washout, causing concrete slabs like driveways and sidewalks to sink. This issue not only detracts from your home’s curb appeal but also poses a safety hazard due to uneven surfaces. Polyurethane injections from JES […]
Foundation Repair in Wytheville, VA
The expansive clay soils in Wytheville, coupled with the area’s average annual rainfall of 42 inches, can create serious challenges for your foundation. When the soil absorbs moisture, it expands and exerts pressure on your foundation. Conversely, during dry spells, the soil shrinks, leading to uneven settling. This cycle can cause structural issues, including cracks […]
Concrete Lifting in Kensington, MD
In Kensington, MD, concrete slabs can sink due to the clay soil and the area’s significant rainfall, averaging about 42 inches annually. This can lead to washout and erosion, causing cracks and uneven surfaces that are not only unsightly but also hazardous. If you have sunken driveways, sidewalks, or patios, it is crucial to address […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Chevy Chase, MD
Crawl spaces in Chevy Chase are at risk due to the region’s humid climate and an average of 40 inches of rainfall each year. The combination of moisture from the environment and the presence of open vents can lead to serious issues, including mold growth, wood rot, and increased energy costs. To combat these challenges, […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Great Falls, VA
The crawl space of your home plays a crucial role in maintaining its structural integrity, especially in Great Falls, VA, where the average annual precipitation is around 38 inches. This moisture, along with the region’s humid summers, can lead to significant problems such as mold growth, wood rot, and high energy costs due to damp […]
Concrete Lifting in Gloucester, VA
In Gloucester, the combination of clay soil and approximately 48 inches of annual precipitation can lead to soil washout and erosion, resulting in sunken concrete slabs. This issue is common for driveways, sidewalks, and patios, where uneven surfaces can create tripping hazards and diminish curb appeal. If you’ve noticed cracks or dips in your concrete, […]
Foundation Repair in Beltsville, MD
The foundation of your home in Beltsville, MD, is critical for stability and safety, yet it can be severely impacted by the area’s fluctuating rainfall and clay soils. During wet seasons, the clay expands, putting pressure on your foundation, while dry periods can cause the soil to shrink, leading to uneven settlement. This movement can […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Temple Hills, MD
Crawl spaces in Temple Hills, MD, are vital for protecting your home from moisture-related damage, yet they are often neglected. With an average annual precipitation of 40 inches and the tendency for clay soils to retain water, homeowners face numerous challenges including mold growth, sagging floors, and structural issues. Our experts at JES Foundation Repair […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Kensington, MD
Crawl spaces in Kensington, MD, are designed to protect your home from moisture and water damage, but the area’s average annual rainfall of 42 inches can overwhelm these spaces. Issues like standing water, humidity, and mold are common due to inadequate ventilation and poorly sealed access points. If left unaddressed, moisture can lead to sagging […]
Concrete Lifting in Kill Devil Hills, NC
In Kill Devil Hills, the coastal climate can lead to unique challenges for concrete surfaces due to shifting soils and frequent rain. With an average annual precipitation of around 50 inches, it’s not uncommon for concrete driveways, sidewalks, and patios to settle, crack, or become uneven. To combat these issues, JES uses PolyRenewalTM, a state-of-the-art […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Reisterstown, MD
Crawl spaces in Reisterstown are intended to elevate your home above damp ground, yet they often fall prey to moisture issues due to inadequate ventilation and exposure to Baltimore’s average annual rainfall of 42 inches. This leads to standing water and high humidity, resulting in mold growth, sagging floors, and even foundation damage. JES has […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Madison Heights, VA
Crawl spaces in Madison Heights are essential for housing vital home utilities such as plumbing and electrical wiring while elevating your home above potentially damp soil. However, with the area receiving an average of 42 inches of rain annually, moisture can easily seep into crawl spaces, particularly if they have open vents. This can lead […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Towson, MD
Crawl spaces are intended to protect your home’s foundation from moisture, but in Towson, the yearly average of 42 inches of rain and 19 inches of snow can lead to significant water intrusion issues. If vents and doors are not properly sealed, water can accumulate, resulting in mold growth, sagging floors, and potential structural damage. […]
Concrete Lifting in Centreville, VA
Homeowners in Centreville utilize concrete for driveways, sidewalks, and patios, but the area’s clay topsoil is prone to washout during heavy rainfall. This can result in uneven, cracked concrete as the ground beneath it becomes soft and eroded. JES provides PolyRenewal, an innovative concrete lifting solution that is waterproof and cures quickly, ensuring your concrete […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Hopewell, VA
Hopewell’s humid summers and approximately 42 inches of annual rainfall create a challenging environment for crawl spaces. Moisture can easily penetrate through open vents and dirt floors, leading to mold growth, wood rot, and increased utility costs. Protecting your crawl space is vital for maintaining your home’s integrity and comfort. JES employs effective moisture control […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Lexington Park, MD
Crawl spaces in Lexington Park are particularly vulnerable to moisture issues, with annual precipitation averaging around 42 inches. This moisture can lead to high humidity levels, mold growth, and damage to important home utilities. Open vents in crawl spaces can exacerbate these problems, allowing humid air to enter and condense. JES employs effective solutions like […]
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Reston, VA
Reston’s annual rainfall averages around 40 inches, which can lead to moisture accumulation in crawl spaces if they are not properly managed. The presence of standing water or high humidity can result in mold growth, wood rot, and damage to vital home systems like plumbing and electrical wiring. To combat these issues, JES Foundation Repair […]