Drainage Systems
Prevent Water Damage with Crawlspace Drainage Systems
Water control and management in the crawlspace or around the home is essential for maintaining a home. Water first becomes a problem when the gutter spout comes down and makes the ground moist. It can pool in areas around the home, can cause wood rot, and can lead to a cracked foundation. We have to control the water around the home. Most water issues can be solved by using a perforated drain tile around the outside walls of the crawlspace or outside the home.
Our Drainage System Services
- Drainage SystemsTHINGS TO CONSIDER • Do you have sandy soil - easy digging, or clay? • Do you have several "rooms" in your Crawlspace?
- Sewage Clean upIs it a single puddle or the entire crawlspace?
Small Home
- Starting at
- $1500
- $500
Average Home
- Starting at
- $1900
- $1500
Large Home
- Starting at
- $2200
- $2500+
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Crawlspace Drainage Systems & Sump Pumps
An interior crawlspace drainage system consists of a trench filled with gravel or rock and a perforated pipe, which is then covered with additional gravel. Depending on specific needs and layout, they can be installed on the interior or exterior of a property. These systems require proper design and installation to ensure effectiveness and longevity, and a Crawlspace Remediation specialist can help you determine the best solution for your property.
A sump pump is a vital drainage system component, typically installed in basements or crawlspaces to prevent water damage. Different types of sump pumps are available, including submersible and pedestal pumps. A Crawlspace Remediation specialist can help you determine the best option for your property based on factors such as the size of the area, water table depth, and expected water volume. Proper installation, maintenance, and testing of sump pumps are essential to ensure effectiveness.
Sewage Clean Up
Sewage buildup in the crawlspace can cause a wide variety of issues depending on the nature and severity of the buildup. First of all, the raw sewage can sink into the soil in your crawlspace and make its way into the air in the form of toxic fumes. It also can cause mold to grow, which makes for dangerous air quality.
Raw sewage buildup can even cause structural damage to your crawlspace, especially the wooden supports. If left alone for too long, you'll be in for some serious and very expensive repairs. Crawlspace Remediation can help protect your home by cleaning up this biohazard. Get in touch as soon as you notice signs of sewage contamination to get it cleaned up before it does any damage to your home.
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Commercial Drainage Systems
Our drainage systems that feed into the sewer are mostly for commercial buildings. These use the same process as our residential French drainage system, only instead of diverting the water to a location outside of the home, they are rerouted to the city sewer system. This completely removes the water and ensures that the foundation will stay dry. In order to hook up to the city sewage system, we must install a drain.
The Power of Water Damage
A wet crawlspace is the number one problem we see. Excessive moisture in the foundation can lead to a number of problems. Wood-destroying fungus that deteriorates exposed framing can grow and can lead to an infestation of wood-destroying insects, such as termites, and in extreme cases, water penetration can lead to the undermining of the foundation! Don't let damage get that far - call Crawlspace Remediation today.
Crawlspace Repair
The crawlspace is often damp, dark and has a distinct odor. It’s not a place many of us like to visit. When a crawlspace is left unfinished, the integrity of the home is slowly undermined.
Drainage Systems
The longer water pools around your home, the more damage it can cause to your home’s foundation. We'll assess your situation to find the best strategy for removing the excess water near your home.
Mold
Attics and crawlspaces are dark, damp and encourage the growth of mold that can harm you and your family. We'll test for various strains of mold, find out if they are dangerous, and determine the best way to remove them from your home.
Air Quality
You may be breathing in harmful mold spores and not even realize it. Since we are a certified air inspector in Waterford, Michigan you can be sure that you'll get an accurate reading of what is floating in the air that you breathe.
DID YOU KNOW?
According to a study by the Mayo Clinic, nearly all chronic sinus infections are a result of mold. Since up to 40% of the air we breathe in the home can come from the crawlspace, mold in the crawlspace means mold in the home. The EPA recommends keeping humidity levels in the crawlspace to 40%–50% to reduce the likelihood of mold formation.
DID YOU KNOW?
According to a study by the Mayo Clinic, nearly all chronic sinus infections are a result of mold. Since up to 40% of the air we breathe in the home can come from the crawlspace, mold in the crawlspace means mold in the home. The EPA recommends keeping humidity levels in the crawlspace to 40%–50% to reduce the likelihood of mold formation.