CleanSpace vs Vapor Barrier
Crawl spaces in Arkansas are going to hold moisture. Through the years, homeowners have come up with all kinds of inventive ways to prevent that moisture from damaging their home, sometimes causing more problems. We have seen people vent their clothes dryers into the crawl space, install fans, open their vents in the summer only to close them in the winter, and install so called “vapor barriers”.
Traditional vapor barriers are typically thin sheets of plastic available at your local hardware store. They are relatively inexpensive, making them a popular choice for builders and homeowners. Vapor barriers are supposed to be a vapor diffusion inhibitor, meaning they slow the progression of moisture into the crawl space. However, vapor barriers are not made to last. The thin material can bunch, tear, get punctured, and be blown around by the wind coming through the vents. Once any of these things happen, your crawl space and your home are subject the damages caused by water and moisture. Even if you secure your vapor barrier in your crawl space, you are still subject to moisture, because eliminating crawl space moisture is not a 1-step process.
The CleanSpace Encapsulation System is different. This system combines our CleanSpace Liner with other products, like the SmartSump Sump Pump, Drainage Matting, SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier, and Ez Flow Drainage System, based on the needs of your home. The CleanSpace Liner is thick, durable, and high quality. It is made in 7 layers from a blend of high-density polyethylene for puncture resistance, low-density polyethylene for flexibility, and a polyester cord for brute tear resistance. It is infused with an antimicrobial additive called “UltraFresh”, and the bright white finish helps you to easily see your crawl space is free of mold, insects, and dirt. The CleanSpace Liner is carefully fitted to your crawl space, and all edges, seams, and pipe penetrations are sealed. It doesn’t just cover the floor of your crawl space, it isolates your home from the earth, completely and permanently. Plus, it is warrantied against rips and tears!
Your crawl space is the foundation of your home. It houses your HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and supporting structures. Over time, moisture can damage all of these elements. If you are considering a vapor barrier to protect your crawl space, take the extra step to protect your whole home with the CleanSpace Encapsulation System, featuring the CleanSpace Liner! Click here for your free estimate now!
