Crawlspace Encapsulation Keeps Basement Dry in Bernard, IA
Challenge
For homeowner Blake, rainy days were a source of constant frustration. Every time a storm hit, his basement would end up damp and pooled with water. Assuming the issue was a standard basement foundation leak, he sought a professional waterproofing solution to finally protect his home.
During the initial inspection, the MidAmerica Basement Systems team discovered that the basement walls weren't actually the culprit. Instead, the issue originated in a nearby untreated crawlspace.
Groundwater was pooling within the crawlspace and, once it reached a certain level, "spilling over" into the basement area. Simply waterproofing the basement would have been a temporary fix that ignored the true source of the moisture.
Solution
To provide a permanent solution, the team recommended a full crawlspace encapsulation. This strategy was designed to seal the crawlspace off from the rest of the home, ensuring moisture stayed out of the structure entirely.
Key components installed included:
- CleanSpace® Liner: A heavy-duty, antimicrobial vapor barrier used to completely seal the crawlspace floor and walls.
- SuperSump® System: A high-performance sump pump designed to effectively manage and discharge any water that collects beneath the liner.
By shifting the focus from the basement to the crawlspace, the team successfully eliminated the water intrusion. Blake no longer deals with the "spillover" effect or the irritation of a wet basement. The home is now protected by a system that addresses the source of the problem, rather than just the symptoms.