Crawl Space Encapsulation - Crawl space before encapsulation in Jackson, NJ
Before the Cowleys team arrived, this crawl space was a simple, unimproved dirt floor crawl space. There was no vapor barrier. Like most crawl spaces, it was vented. Although vented crawl spaces are common, modern building science considers them to be an outdated design that can lead to moisture and mold problems, drafts, and insect and wildlife infestations. An encapsulated crawl space seals off the crawl space from groundwater seepage and property-damaging elements like rain and hot, humid air. It also blocks insects and nuisance wildlife from entering your home through the crawl space