Foundation Repair Photo Album: Repair sagging floors and add vapor barrier to Crawlspace in Lynden, On

Larry has a crawlspace in Lynden, On with moisture issues just like most crawlspaces. The moisture has caused the floor joists to sag and improper supports were installed. Omni Basement Systems add new supports using the SmartJacks and a vapor barrier called Cleanspace. To cut down on condensation and to insulate the crawlspace, Omni added a layer of insulation on the floor as well. This insulation is sandwiched between the drainage matting and the Cleanspace vapor barrier.

Dirt floor

This crawlspace is very damp and cold. It is a nasty place to have under your home.

Poor supports

Concrete blocks can sink over time and the wood shims at the top are not adjustable

Makeshift supports

These bricks piled up are not a good way to support.

Base for Smartjacks

A whole is dug in the earth and gravel will be added to distribute the weight.

Gravel and aluminum footer

gravel is added to the whole which will distribute the weight. Then a large aluminum foot plate is added.

Connection to beam.

The clamps are temporary and will hold the post in place so proper fasteners can be applied.

Drainage matting

The drainage matting is installed this will keep any moisture from being trapped in one area and will also protect the other products from stones when crawled on.

Insulation installed

An insulation which is sandwiched between vapor barriers id laid over the drainage matting.

Cleanspace vapor barrier

THe Cleanspace barrier is 20mil, 7 layers thick. This will prevent moisture from coming out of earth and into the air envelope of the crawlspace. This will protect the building materials and make the home smell better.

Sealed Cleanspace

The Cleanspace is sealed against walls and any supports.

Completely sealed crawlspace

This vapor barrier called Cleanspace, completely sealed all damp areas.

Smartsump

The earth was graded to the center of the room and any ground water goes down into the sump system. The Smartsump features a sealed lid and a high water watch alarm.