Crawlspace Encapsulation & Areas We Serve
At Emerald Home Solutions, we offer professional crawlspace encapsulation to homeowners who would like to find a permanent solution to their moisture issues in the crawl space of their home. Our encapsulation system is specially engineered to last for decades. It transforms a damp, drafty crawl space into a dry, clean environment that does not detract from the comfort of the homeowners that live in their properties.
Benefits of
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Encapsulating a home’s crawl space comes with many benefits. First, moisture will no longer accumulate in the area, eliminating the need for mold and wood rot to develop in these areas. Furthermore, the area will dry out completely, transforming from a damp area into a dry, walkable space for the homeowners. The air quality within the home will also improve because the crawl space does not contribute to the air quality within the living areas of the property. Energy bills will also go down because the HVAC systems of the home will no longer have to work overtime to compensate for the humidity in the crawl space. Foundation materials will be better protected, air quality will improve, and pests will no longer be allowed to enter into the home. Homeowners will sleep better at night knowing their homes are healthy and their families are breathing healthy air.
Many homeowners attempt to do crawl space encapsulation themselves, but there are several mistakes that they will make in the attempt to save money by doing this themselves. Some common mistakes include using insufficient plastic sheeting to cover the foundation, installing the insulation in the wrong way in the crawl space, attempting to do the encapsulation without the proper equipment, ignoring the root of the problem, and using consumer-grade vapor barriers that will separate within a matter of months.
Hiring a professional encapsulation contractor will ensure that the work is completed correctly the first time.
Many homes have basements that are partially below ground. Because of their unique structure, encapsulation methods will have to change slightly to accommodate their below-ground portion. We offer basement encapsulation as well as basement crawl space encapsulation services.
Basements are an essential part of most homes. Encapsulating their crawl spaces will protect those basement areas from moisture damage, mold, pests, and will improve the indoor air quality of the entire home. Whether the basement is a traditional one or it features a crawl space underneath it, our technicians can handle any situation.
How Encapsulation Saves on Energy Bills/Affects Comfort
Encapsulation will save money on energy bills and increase the comfort of the individuals who live in these homes. When the crawl space is dry and sealed from moisture, the HVAC systems will no longer have to work as hard to circulate the air in the home. Most homeowners will notice a reduction in the temperature differences between winter months and summer months. Floors will also be warmer in the winter as the heat will no longer be lost to the crawl space, and there will be a reduction in the number of drafts in the homes. The HVAC system will last longer due to the improved energy efficiency of the home.
Furthermore, the average home will save between 15 and 30% on their energy bills. In homes with severe crawl space moisture problems, these percentages will be more dramatic. Most homeowners will see a payback period of several years for the encapsulation systems. This does not include the savings that will be made on the cost of treating mold, wood rot, or HVAC systems that would have otherwise been required for homes with encapsulated crawl spaces.
Why Choose
Emerald Home Solutions?
At Emerald Home Solutions, we take encapsulation very seriously. All of our technicians are licensed, insured, and trained in the technology and methods that will provide encapsulation systems that last for decades. Furthermore, we will give you a price that is competitive and will pay for all of the services that we promise to provide. We will provide you with service the same day or emergency service at any time. As a locally owned and family operated company, we promise our customers the satisfaction of their encapsulation projects.
Why Choose
Emerald Home Solutions?
With crawlspace encapsulation by Emerald Home Solutions, you can rest assured your encapsulation is done by professionals.
Our licensed and insured technicians are trained and experienced in encapsulation that is professional and stands the test of time.
We don’t take shortcuts and provide honest up-front pricing—no hidden fees, just estimates you can trust.
Need it done today? We provide same-day service and 24/7 emergency service!
We are based in Charleston, SC, and a locally owned company serving the Lowcountry and beyond.
Every service is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee!
Crawl Space Vapor Barrier Installation
The vapor barrier that is placed in the crawl space is essential for preventing moisture from entering the space and the living areas of the homes. The vapor barrier is an essential component for encapsulation systems made by Emerald Home Solutions. We use the best and most durable vapor barrier materials for crawl spaces in order to ensure that homeowners will have a dry crawl space for the lifetime of their homes. The installation process will cover every square foot of the floor and the walls of the crawl space to create a complete vapor barrier. This will subsequently prevent mold, wood rot, condensation, and the damage that these elements do to homes over time.
Crawl Space Waterproofing Solutions
There are several aspects to waterproofing your crawl space. The process will protect your basement and foundation from moisture damage and protect your crawl space from the elements. Some of the services that we offer for waterproofing include installing a moisture barrier to the ground, installing drainage systems around the home, installing sump pumps in the basement, exterior foundation seals, installing french drains around the foundation areas of the property, and correcting the grade of the land around the foundation.
Waterproofing and encapsulation work hand in hand to keep your crawl space dry.
Insulation for Crawl Space Efficiency
Insulation for the crawl space is essential for the overall energy efficiency of the home. Most homes have energy efficiency issues due to damaged insulation in their crawl spaces. By installing energy efficient insulation in your crawl space, you can improve the energy efficiency of your entire home. Benefits of installing energy efficient insulation in your crawl space include even temperatures throughout the entire home, shorter cycles of your HVAC systems, condensation will be prevented in the spaces of the home, and the comfort of the individuals living in those homes will increase.
Furthermore, the insulation can be installed in a way that works with the encapsulation system to improve the comfort and efficiency of your home.
Areas We're Proud to Serve Crawlspace Encapsulation
At Emerald Home Solutions, we provide the highest quality crawl space encapsulation services in Charleston, SC, and the surrounding areas. Our experts will work tirelessly to ensure that your home or business is free of moisture, mold, and humidity. This will increase your air quality, energy efficiency, and structural value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Crawlspace encapsulation is a process of sealing your crawl space using a vapor barrier, insulation, and a system that controls the humidity within the space. It will prevent moisture from entering the space, it will prevent pests from entering the crawl space, and it will keep your crawl space dry.
Crawl space encapsulation will prevent moisture from entering the space. This will prevent mold and wood rot. Furthermore, the air quality will improve in your home, and your energy bills will go down.
Yes, encapsulation will eliminate the humidity within your crawl space, which will eliminate the musty odor that comes from the area. Most homeowners notice the difference in just a few days.
Most homeowners will see a percentage of energy savings between 15 and 30%. If the percentage is higher for your home, it likely means that you had severe issues with moisture in your crawl space prior to encapsulation. Homeowners’ energy bills will go down because their HVAC systems will not have to work as hard to circulate the air in their homes.
Yes, most homes require a commercial dehumidifier in the crawl space. These dehumidifiers will maintain the humidity of the crawl space at 50 to 55% throughout the year. Even with excellent encapsulation of the crawl space, there may be some humidity that enters the space over time. A dehumidifier will ensure the crawl space remains dry.
Encapsulations last for 20 years. The dehumidifiers will last for 10 to 15 years and may need to be replaced after that period of time.
Yes, mold will not be able to grow in the crawl space if encapsulation is performed. Mold requires moisture. By preventing humidity from entering the crawl space, encapsulation will prevent mold from growing in this area of the home.
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