Basement Waterproofing and Crawl Space Repair in Herndon, VA

December 28, 2021 | Herndon, VA

Remove both front window assemblies and save for reuse. Inspect and reframe entire jamb as needed based upon inspection. Flash and waterproof window frame to prevent further damage. Remove slate tiles on brick sill. Inspect and seal as needed. Reinstall windows, caulk and seal and install existing capping if possible. Capping may need replacement. Dryer duct in crawl space is leaking and dumping lint into space. Clean out duct to wall penetration. Reattach and seal duct connection where it enters crawl space. Complete installation of downdraft exhaust pipe. Check for any grease buildup. May need additional cleaning.

November 29, 2021 | Herndon, VA

Crawlspace to have for treatments conducted prior to renovations for mice. After treatments blanket insulation that is on foundation walls to be removed and disposed of the entire crawlspace to be treated for bacteria, parasites, and potential hantavirus. Perimeter of crawlspace foundation walls to be clean of heavy soiled fecal matter. Crawlspace walls to have r11 foam board with vapor barrier attached, seam tape will be applied to joints of insulation, the mice are currently nesting and thriving behind the blanket insulation attached to foundation walls And new insulation will prevent that from happening. Once crawlspace is cleaned out the seal plate at top of foundation walls around interior perimeter of crawlspace will be air sealed to close gaps and reduce energy loss.

August 05, 2021 | Herndon, VA

Remove all batted fiberglass insulation and vapor barrier. Use Sterifab to disinfect and treat for mold and mildew on all joists and seal plates. Install R11 bora foam board on the exterior walls of the crawlspace. Block off the vents with bora foam board. Spray foam the rim joists with 2 inches of closed cell spray foam. Install a dimple shield and a 16 mil white vapor barrier on the floor of the crawlspace. Run the vapor barrier up the walls 6 to 8 inches and seal with seam tape. Install one Santa Fe compact 2 dehumidifier with new electrical and condensate pump discharging to the left side of the home. Insulate the dryer exhaust line with insulation.

June 21, 2021 | Herndon, VA

Install one Santa Fe compact 2 dehumidifier with new electrical and condensate pump discharging to the left side of the home.

June 03, 2020 | Herndon, VA

Hook up electrical in the basement for a new dehumidifier, it will be run off a separate circuit. Breaker box to have additional breaker installed to run a new dehumidifier. Install a wise air 60 dehumidifier in the basement and hook up, run the condensate line to the existing sump pump at the interior walls left corner.