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Water intrusion in the crawl space is never a good thing, especially if it is laying in puddles under your house.
Standing water is a breeding ground for all sorts of organisms, some quite harmful and a source of bad odors.
To make matters worse, groundwater evaporation will substantially increase the relative humidity in the crawl space, to levels that will support mold and eventually, structural decay.
Our drainage solutions will stop water intrusion and pooling, keeping your crawl space dry year round.
Solutions for Pooling Water in the Crawl Space
The best way to keep water out of your crawl space is to perform drainage improvements. Pioneer Basement offers two levels of groundwater control solutions that will help collect any water that seeps in and discharge it away from your home.
Healthy Crawl Space Level 1:
Basic Groundwater Control
- The FastDrain™ System is an engineered sub floor crawl space drainage system used to channel ground water to a collection system.
- The GrateSump™ Sump Pump System is fully equipped with a sump pump and liner, alarm and floor drain. It can also include an additional battery backup system.
Healthy Crawl Space Level 3:
Advanced Groundwater Control.
- The FastDrain™ System
- Double GrateSump™ Sump Pump System offers all the power and features of the single unit solution times two! Two sump liners, two sump pumps and up to two backup batteries! Double protection for your crawl space.
FAQ
Why is my crawl space wet?
Standing water in crawl spaces can happen for several reasons. From groundwater intrusion to condensation around pipes and ducts dripping onto the floor, to undetected plumbing leaks. The best way to address this type of problem, in a place that homeowners almost never inspect, is to provide adequate drainage through drainage channels, floor drains, discharge lines and a good sump pump to pump any water out and away from the crawl space.
iBasement Systems & Crawl Space Systems Certificates
The iBasement Systems and Crawl Space Systems Certificates were created using specific sets of criteria to provide a healthy indoor living environment. Air pollutants and excessive moisture levels in the basement or crawl space can negatively impact the odors in the home as well as cause health problems with those who live there year-round - including yourself!
We offer 6 levels of iBasement Certificate, and 5 levels Crawl Space Systems Certificate, each designed to solve specific problems and protect your home, family, and property value on the long run.
Steps towards a healthy basement and a Nationally Backed Warranty.
All of our Healthy Basement / Crawl Space Contractors are trained and certified.
Steps towards a healthy crawl space and a Nationally Backed Warranty.
All of our Healthy Basement / Crawl Space Contractors are trained and certified.
Why does my basement smell musty?
That infamous musty odor indicates the presence of mold in your basement, even of you can’t see mold spots yet. Mold is a smelly fungus that loves damp and dark environments like a basement. Even in small concentrations it still releases spores and odors in the air.
Is mold in the basement dangerous?
Only a few species of mold, such as black mold, produce hazardous mycotoxins that can trigger serious health problems. Yet, every species of mold growing indoors releases spores which, in high concentrations, will negatively impact indoor air quality. This can trigger mild to sever allergy symptoms in sensitive people.
How to clean up mold in my basement?
If you have a visible mold infestation in your basement, start by getting rid of all the moldy items. Cardboard, paper, fabrics, upholstery, wood, drywall, and insulation must be removed and properly discarded. You can then clean mold from the walls and other hard surfaces using these CDC guidelines. https://www.cdc.gov/mold/mold-cleanup-bleach.html
How to get rid of basement mold?
The most effective way to permanently kill mold and keep it from growing back is to always keep Relative Humidity Levels in the basement below 60%. That can be accomplished by running a good basement dehumidifier that will constantly monitor RH levels and run as needed of the levels are too high.
What are those stains in my basement wall?
Stains in basement walls can have different causes. Some stains are mold. Others, like rusty-colored stains can indicate the presence of iron ochre in the groundwater, and a white, powdery substance covering the walls can be efflorescence. Basement wall stains usually are a sign of water seepage, and that your basement would benefit from drainage improvements.
What Our Customers Say About Us
Accreditations
Angie’s List Super Service Award 2016
Home Advisor Screened & Approved
Basement Health Association Member
Better Business Bureau Rating A+
BestPickReport.com -4th year as a Best Pick!
Service Area
Pioneer Basement offers a variety of services from waterproofing to foundation repairs. We offer the following services in your area, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, sump pump installation and service, basement crack repair, vapor barriers and moisture control.