Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

In Salem, MA, a homeowner faced a persistent issue of a wet crawl space leading to mold concerns and musty odors, as visible in the before photo. Our team at Erickson Foundation Solutions expertly addressed these problems by installing SilverGlo, which provided R-11 insulation. Additionally, CleanSpace encapsulation vapor barrier combined with CleanSpace Drainage Matting and TerraBlock contributed to a waterproofed and durable foundation for their crawl space, as shown in the after photo. This comprehensive solution ensured a dry, energy-efficient environment, effectively preventing future moisture-related issues.

A homeowner in Swampscott, Massachusetts, had an odor in their crawlspace that would come into the home when the homeowners would turn on the fan in the bathroom. The odor would take over the entire home. The homeowners called EFS for a free inspection of their home and recommended encapsulating the entire crawlspace with CleanSpace and then installing a SaniDry dehumidifier into the crawlspace. The system will prevent moisture and odor from penetrating the crawlspace and then being spread around the home by the bathroom fan. 

Faced with a damp, uneven crawl space in Newburyport, MA, that risked the health of their investment property, a proactive homeowner reached out to us. The challenge was a half concrete, half dirt floor with aging fieldstone walls—clear in the 'before' photo. With our comprehensive solution, we revitalized the space. As shown in the 'after' photo, we installed WaterGuard and a TripleSafe Sump Pump system, topped with our IceGuard and CleanSpace technology on walls and floors. We also introduced the SaniDry Sedona for impeccable air quality. The result? A transformed, dry, and efficiently protected property ready to stand the test of time, ensuring peace of mind for our hands-off investor. Our mission: a remarkable customer experience, offering reliable, extensive solutions alongside true property longevity.

The crawl space of this Newburyport, MA home faced issues with humidity, causing deterioration in the floor joists and raising concerns of further wood rot. Our team at Erickson Foundation Solutions addressed this with a comprehensive approach, installing CleanSpace Drainage Matting to efficiently manage water flow and provide a robust base. For additional protection, the CleanSpace encapsulation system was used to block moisture and mildew. To ensure a dry environment, we incorporated the advanced SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. This reliable solution restores structural integrity, promoting long-term protection and home health.

This homeowner in Acton, Massachusetts was experiencing a large crack in his brick foundation wall. The homeowner travels for business and doesn't want to worry about the problem getting worse when he is away. He decided to call EFS for a free inspection. 

Design Specialist Michael LaMalfa inspected the interior and exterior of the home. Michael confirmed that there is a large crack on the brick foundation wall. Michael explained to the homeowner that a crack this size on a brick or block foundation wall can diminish the integrity of the wall. Michael recommended demolishing the cracked wall and building a new block foundation wall.