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Crawlspace Clean Up

Seattle, WA - Environix

EnviroFACT

The Air That You Breathe:

So is mold in the crawl space a problem? The answer depends on your expectations. The Advanced Energy findings conclude that much of the air we breathe in our "naturally ventilated" homes comes from our crawl spaces through penetrations in the floor.

The flow of air from the crawl space is driven by the difference in building pressure between the first floor and the outside. Research shows that depending on the structure, as much as 40 percent of the air we breathe inside the living space of our homes can come from the crawl space, although it's not common.

Crawlspaces are often neglected because body sees them. This can lead to mold problems down the road.

This client was convinced that there was a mold problem in her home. Upon inspection we discovered that the insulation throughout the crawlspace was disrupted as the result of a previous rodent problem.

There was construction debris including, moldy lumber, HVAC and plumbing parts, garbage left by the previous owners, and rat feces scattered throughout the crawlspace. Further, the polyethylene vapor barrier was missing in a majority of the crawlspace creating excessive RH throughout the building envelope.

after crawlspace cleanup mold prevention visqueen vapor barrier

Our technicians started by removing the insulation, garbage, and other debris from the crawlspace. We then replaced the polyethylene vapor barrier, treated the floor joists and sub floor with an EPA compliant biocide, and replaced the insulation.

The odors that were wafting into the home were completely eliminated. Just another day in the life of the Environix Crawlspace Cleanup Crew.

Please see our project estimator below for pricing.

Mold under your home?

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Crawlspace Mold in New Construction – Insulation Removal Seattle

The most common place that mold colonization occurs during the course of construction is the crawlspace. Exposure to the elements during the course of construction causes saturation of the cellulose rich sub-floor and floor joist system. This condition naturally leads to mold growth. Often times, this condition is not discovered until the insulation contractor begins work in the crawlspace. Upon discovery one of two things will happen. The contractor will ignore the problem and give the insulation contractor the green light to proceed with installation or work will stop altogether creating costly construction delays involving remediation.

Option one: Ignore the mold and cover it up with insulation.

This solution is often adopted by builders who assume the wood will eventually dry thereby killing the mold. To some extent they are right. The wood substrates will eventually dry arresting further colonization. The problem is that even dormant mold spores can cause allergic reactions in susceptible individuals. Any breach in the HVAC, plumbing, or wire hole penetration into the building envelope can cause an aerosolize of these dormant mold spores. This can create a potentially hazardous indoor environment ultimately leading to costly litigation.

Option two: Hire a professional remediation contractor to eradicate the problem.

We implore you to take the higher road and fix the problem. Environix specializes in treating mold problems that occur during the course of construction. We have worked with some of the largest builders in the state of Washington. Our remediation is carried out by the book in accordance with accepted industry protocol. Beach is not an effective mold abatement chemical. Make sure you look at the certification, license, and insurance of the company that you use. The mold remediation industry is completely unregulated in the state of Washington. Many companies bill themselves as profession remediation contractors without having Mold, Pollution, or Professional Liability Riders on their General Liability Policy. Be sure to perform your due diligence before making a decision. Finally, mold removal in crawlspace does not have to break the bank. The average 1000 sq foot crawl space costs approximately $900-$1200.

Option three: PREVENTION

Please see our mold prevention page to learn about the Environix Mold Prevention services.

Crawlspace Clean Up Packages

BASIC CRAWLSPACE CLEANUP PACKAGE

The Basic Package includes the Removal of your existing vapor barrier, removal of crawlspace debris and a final replacement with an industry standard vapor barrier. Please call our office for a detailed price quote.

PREMIUM CRAWLSPACE CLEANUP PACKAGE

The Premium Package includes the Removal of your existing vapor barrier and insulation, removal of crawlspace debris and a final replacement with an industry standard vapor barrier and applicable insulation. All labor, disposal and materials needed for replacement are included in this package. Please call our office for a detailed price quote.

PREMIUM CRAWLSPACE CLEANUP w/ DEODORIZATION PACKAGE

Our most all inclusive package, the Premium w/ Deodorization Package includes the Removal of your existing vapor barrier and insulation as well as removal of crawlspace debris. Then an EPA approved sanitizer and wood preservative is applied to the underside of the home to eliminate odor causing bacteria and mold, in addition to providing added protection against wood decay organisms. Finally, an industry standard vapor barrier and applicable insulation will be installed ensuring a Clean Crawlspace. All labor, disposal and materials needed for this service are included in this package. Please call our office for a detailed price quote.