Crawl Space Drainage
Collect and redirect water before it reaches the wood.
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Crawl Space Services
Crawl Space Waterproofing
Standing water and damp soil under your home don't stay put — they raise humidity, feed mold, and go after the wood. DryWorx waterproofs the crawl space by managing where that water goes.
How water gets into a crawl space
Groundwater after heavy rain, exterior drainage that sends water the wrong way, and bare soil giving off moisture all add up to a wet crawl space. Waterproofing means collecting and redirecting the water that enters, then covering the ground so it can't keep wicking moisture upward.
It's a two-part job: move the water that's already getting in, and cut off the steady supply rising out of the dirt.
Signs your crawl space has a water problem
You may notice:
- Standing water or mud after it rains
- Soil that stays dark and damp
- Condensation on framing or ductwork
- A musty smell in the rooms above
- Rusting metal or chalky residue
- Wood that feels soft or damp to the touch
How DryWorx waterproofs a crawl space
After a free inspection, we match the system to the water you actually have:
- Interior drainage and a pump to carry water out
- A vapor barrier over the soil
- Full encapsulation where the space calls for it
- Drier air through dehumidification
Water first, then seal
We deal with active water before sealing anything, so a barrier isn't laid over a wet floor. That order is what helps keep a waterproofed crawl space dry rather than trapping moisture underneath.
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Crawl Space Vapor Barrier
Cover exposed ground to slow soil moisture.
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The full sealed system once water is handled.
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Keep the air dry after the space is sealed.
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See the full range of DryWorx crawl space work.
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Is waterproofing the same as encapsulation?
Do I still need drainage if I get a vapor barrier?
Will this help the musty smell upstairs?
Is the inspection free?
Jason and the crew were great to work with and did a fantastic job on encapsulating our crawl space. They communicated often with us to let us know what was going on. They showed up when they said the… Read more about Tonya S reviewRead More
Jason was great. He was very professional and did a great job with a difficult crawl space. I had a another company do work when I bought the house 9 years ago but put in a residential dehumidifier th… Read more about Steve H reviewRead More
Jason and his Crew did a wonderful job on encapsulating our crawlspace. They were very detailed in their work. They took the time to explain how the dehumidifier and sump pumps work and how they shoul… Read more about Chris H reviewRead More
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