Before & After Photos

 It’s frustrating to have crawl space problems in the home you live in every day, but it’s equally frustrating to have them in a vacation home. This cottage up north in Kewadin, MI was a retreat for East Lansing, MI residents, so they knew they had to do something when they realized the crawl space of the cottage was damp and starting to get moldy.

Our team visited the cottage and got right to work encapsulating the crawl space. We added Terrablock insulation on the floors and SilverGlo insulation to the walls to keep the crawl space warm before installing CleanSpace. This durable liner will provide a barrier to moisture and the antimicrobial additive that’s manufactured into the liner will keep mold away. Adding a SaniDry dehumidifier to eliminate the moisture in the air was the last step to making this cottage nice and dry.

Diane called Ayers because she was looking to have her crawl space area waterproofed. We had a crew inspect her crawl space to determine the best installation. Our System Design Specialists recommended our CleanSpace solution. CleanSpace consists of a thick plastic with a vapor barrier property that protects from excess water and moisture. This surplus of moisture causes bacteria or mold to thrive which is the opposite of what Diane wanted so this will take care of that issue! The liner is placed over our Drainage Matting which is a dimpled mat that collects water and gives it a channel to flow to the sump or drainage system rather than collecting in puddles on the ground. Diane was stunned by the results now that her crawl space is protected and looking much cleaner!

This lakeside cottage in Kewadin, MI, faced moisture intrusion and an outdated sump pump, putting its crawl space at risk. Ayers replaced the failing system with a SmartSump® sump pump, encapsulated the space with CleanSpace®, and added a self-emptying dehumidifier to maintain a dry environment. Now, the homeowners can enjoy their cottage worry-free, knowing their crawl space is safe and protected.

Nick noticed after the storm that water moisture from the rain had entered his crawl space. He knew this could cause further damage, so he called Ayers for help. Our specialists visited his home to evaluate the space and make a recommendation. They decided to install CleanSpace, a highly durable vapor barrier lined with anti-microbial material and applied entirely to the crawl space floors and walls. CleanSpace aims to eliminate moisture, prevent mold growth, and withstand normal wear and tear. Nick loves his shiny new space!

Thomas saw his crawl space for the first time and was appalled at the eye sore he found. He knew having a dirt floor beneath his home wouldn't stop water from entering, so he called Ayers. Our professionals visited his house and suggested the installation of CleanSpace, an uninterrupted vapor barrier applied to the crawl space floors and walls. CleanSpace is lined with antimicrobial material to eliminate moisture and prevent mold growth. Thomas is excited his crawl space looks brand new!