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The WhiteCap System
total crawl space protection
With the help of The WhiteCap Crawl Space System, your unpleasant crawl space can quickly become a safe, usable space. Every component of the system is designed to defend your home against the elements for the long term. No matter what climate you live in, your WhiteCap installer has a full range of solutions to answer any crawl space repair challenge. From start to finish, WhiteCap has you covered.
How do we do it?
cleanup
As with any crawl space related project, the first step will be to clean things up. Crawl spaces are usually the most neglected areas of any home, and there will often be debris and damaged insulation that needs to be removed. We’ll also level the soil or gravel, take care of any mold or pests, and generally make sure everything is ready for system installation.
Drain and Dry
Your WhiteCap contactor should address any standing water or water seepage issues and a sump pump or drainage system may be advised before encapsulation. A base layer of drainage matting is then applied. This is the best way to maintain an air gap between the earth and the top layer of the WhiteCap Liner. Then “dry-in” begins, as the WhiteCap Vapor Barrier is installed and outside vents are sealed, cutting off the elements that cause poor indoor air quality.
dehumidify
After the work is completed, it’s important to regulate and maintain the relative humidity in the space. A quality, commercial grade, compact dehumidifier can remove 70-155 pints of moisture per day. These units not only make the home more comfortable, they also filter out pollen, spores, and other particulates, improving overall indoor air quality.
CLEANUP
As with any crawl space related project, the first step will be to clean things up. Crawl spaces are usually the most neglected areas of any home, and there will often be debris and damaged insulation that needs to be removed. We’ll also level the soil or gravel, take care of any mold or pests, and generally make sure everything is ready for system installation.
DRAIN AND DRY
Your WhiteCap contactor should address any standing water or water seepage issues and a sump pump or drainage system may be advised before encapsulation. A base layer of drainage matting is then applied. This is the best way to maintain an air gap between the earth and the top layer of the WhiteCap Liner. Then “dry-in” begins, as the WhiteCap Vapor Barrier is installed and outside vents are sealed, cutting off the elements that cause poor indoor air quality.
DEHUMIDIFY
After the work is completed, it’s important to regulate and maintain the relative humidity in the space. A quality, commercial grade, compact dehumidifier can remove 70-155 pints of moisture per day. These units not only make the home more comfortable, they also filter out pollen, spores, and other particulates, improving overall indoor air quality.
Ready to connect?
If you would like to learn more about all the great benefits of using the WhiteCap System in your home, please fill out our quick contact form. Then, we will connect you with your local Certified WhiteCap Installer. Many of our certified installers offer free inspections, so you won’t have to stress about expenses if you just want to take precautions.
Get in touch with us today!
Contact an Installer
Ready to connect?
If you would like to learn more about all the great benefits of using the WhiteCap System in your home, please fill out our quick contact form. Then, we will connect you with your local Certified WhiteCap Installer. Many of our certified installers offer free inspections, so you won’t have to stress about expenses if you just want to take precautions. Get in touch with us today!
Get in touch with us today