Crawl Space Insulation Before & After Photos

Insulating Crawl Space in Pittsfield, MA to keep prevent drafts and cold floors above.

These homeowners in Winsted, CT had cold air and humidity getting into their crawlspace and moving up into their home. Crawl spaces were previously considered to not be part of the conditioned space of a home and thus were vented and no effort was put into keeping outside air out. We now know that to have a comfortable and mold free home, the crawl space must be sealed. The access door to this crawlspace was loose fitting and uninsulated, causing air leaks and letting in moisture.

We removed the old doors and replaced them with our Everlast Crawl Space Doors with a few modifications to fit the larger frame. The doors are made of 1/2" polyethylene with weather stripping to keep the door airtight. We added our SilverGlo EPS foam board to the inside as well to add insulation value and keep heat in the home in the winter and out in the summer.

Thanks to Dr. Energy Saver by Eco Energy Solutions, there is still easy access to the crawlspace but cold air and moisture are staying out!

This homeowner in Sandisfield, MA called us looking for new insulation in his home. When our Home Comfort Specialist arrived, he noted that the home's crawlspace was insulated on the ceiling using foam insulation board, but it was not encapsulated. The dirt crawlspace was being used for storage, and was at risk of having water leaks.

We were able to help this homeowner by re-insulating and encapsulating the crawl space. We first ensured that all of the old insulation was out. After performing other treatments such as insulating the rim joist using our two part expanding spray foam, we got to work installing our SilverGlo™ wall insulation. SilverGlo™ has graphite infused into the foam to increaase the R-value by 24% over standard foam. We then followed by laying down our dimpled drainage mat. After that, we started installing TerraBlock floor insulation, before pausing to fully install the SuperSump™ sump pump, which is a different solution we offer for crawlspaces and basements. We ensured that the TerraBlock went right around it to prevent gaps in the insulation. After that is finished, we installed our CleanSpace™ encapsulation liner. This waterproof liner also features Ultrafresh™ anti-microbial ingredients. This homeowner now has a well insulated and clean crawlspace where he can store his valuables. This crawlspace now will prevent moisture damage and mold that could have grown in the home.

Vented Crawl Space Insulation using SilverGlo to prevent humidity and lower fuel and electric bills.

This homeowner in Unionville, CT called us hoping that we would be able to take a look at his insulation. He was experiencing a lot of issues with rooms that were uneven temperatures. When our Home Comfort Specialist arrived in the home, he noted that one issue in the home was the crawlspace. It was poorly insulated and unencapsulated, meaning that cold air was coming in from outside and traveling through the entire house. 

We were able to help this homeowner by utilizing our CleanSpace™ crawl space encapsulation system - with a few modifications for the home itself.

We started by utilizing our two-part expanding spray foam to insulate around the base of the (now unused) chimney that is in the crawl space. Then, we got to work. We started by adding SilverGlo™ foam board insulation on the walls. SilverGlo™ has graphite infused into the foam, increasing its R-value by 24% over standard foam. Then, we added two-part expanding spray foam to the rim joist and over the sill plate until it met the SilverGlo™, forming a barrier. Then, we laid out dimpled drainage mat on the floor, creating airspace as well as a thermal break. Dimpled drainage mat also has the bonus of forcing any water that may occur under the mat to go to the lowest point of the crawl space. We then added TerraBlock™ floor insulation over top of that. After that, we installed our heavy duty CleanSpace™ encapsulation liner, sealing it to the walls and floors. 

Now, this homeowner's crawl space is insulated and encapsulated -- causing the home to have less drafts and cold floors. They are much more happy!