Crawlspace Encapsulation in Elk Grove Village, IL

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Learn why is it important to encapsulate your crawlspace in Elk Grove Village, IL today

If you live in Elk Grove Village, IL then you know it can be wet and damp come spring especially in your crawlspace. Most people don’t think about their crawlspace because it is out of sight, out of mind. However, out of sight doesn’t necessarily mean that excess moisture and poor air quality in your crawl space are not hurting you and your family.

The growth of mold, dust mites, insects, and other pests can be the result of excess moisture. Your crawlspace can be a damp wet place for these problems to fester. Excess moisture can also cause structural damage to your home’s wood framing and degrade some forms of insulation, fiberglass in particular. All of these factors create poor air quality and result in allergens caused from mold spores and dust mite droppings (the two largest indoor allergens) which breathe every day. Up to 40 percent of the air we breathe on the first floor of our homes comes from the crawl space or basement!

Do I need Crawlspace Encapsulation in my Elk Grove Village Home?

Elk Grove Village, being in the Chicagoland area, experiences hot and humid weather for a large amount of the year. This causes foundations to generally be damp, which then ends up in your home. Below are some of the things you may notice that will tell you if you are dealing with a moisture problem in your crawlspace:

Standing water or mud on dirt floor after a heavy rain
Efflorescence on crawl space walls
Unpleasant musty odors
Respiratory discomfort, headaches, and illnesses, such as allergies and asthma
Insect and other pest infestations
Mold and mildew on walls and floors of first-floor closets
Peeling paint on home exterior
Warping hardwood floors
Condensation on metal HVAC ductwork in crawlspaces, which may cause corrosion

Creating a vapor barrier between your crawl and your home is the best solution. A vapor barrier slows or prevents the evaporation of ground moisture into the crawl space air. If paired with a waterproofing system, moisture and water can be expelled from the crawl space before it can cause problems.

The major challenge is that vapor barriers must be durable to be effective in the long term. Many companies in the area suggest plastic and tape which is not a long-term solution. You would not put this on your roof to cover a leak and expect it to last. Why then would you put it in your crawlspace? Logic tells you not to do this.

A more durable long-term solution is the Nu-Crawl Crawlspace Encapsulation System

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Keep reading to find out the benefits of installing our crawlspace encapsulation system in your Elk Grove Village, IL home

From necessity comes invention, and the Nu-Crawl encapsulation system was developed as a permanent way of sealing and insulating crawlspaces. The breakthrough discovery of sprayed polyurea as a completely seamless and monolithic vapor barrier system in a crawlspace is revolutionary in the encapsulation and waterproofing field. The result is a dry space with a durable vapor barrier stronger than any other product on the market. The necessity to correct old building design flaws and longevity issues by the Nu-Crawl team led to the design of the Nu-Crawl system.

The following are just some of the benefits of installing our crawlspace encapsulation system in your Elk Grove Village, IL home:

Extremely Durable – Nu-Crawl polyurea sprayed onto woven geo-textile has unparalleled strength and is nearly puncture proof. It is not an issue to walk and store heavy items on the Nu-Crawl Liner, regardless of the ground type.
Nu-Crawl Liners are custom made to fit the dimensions of the crawlspace floor. All liners are made in America at facilities designed to ensure quality each installation.
Nu-Crawl becomes a seamless liner as technicians are able to join the multiple liners together, and make every cut, and join to footing, pipe, or pier a perfect seal.
Nu-Crawl is a sprayed polymer and is designed to bond immediately and permanently to nearly any substrate. This means we can attach our liners to stay completely and truly sealed. Suitable surfaces Nu-Crawl will bond with include concrete, CMU block, steel, and brick to name a few.
Nu-Crawl liners can cover vertical or steeply sloping ground, and will not pull down or be affected by gravity. Liners are permanently attached to points above and therefore will not shift down or come apart (like plastic/tape systems)
Nu-Crawl materials as called pure Polyureas, and therefore have no VOCs. The materials are safe to spray and use indoors, including use as sprayed potable water retention and for food processing plants. Polyurea is a very safe, and common material used by industry worldwide. Nu-Crawl is the first of its kind to be brought into the residential construction industry.
Nu-Crawl has immediate curing, within 15 seconds, and therefore technicians can easily work in the confined space and move about easily after spraying work is done. This allows installation crews to re-visit their work and make touch ups as needed. The immediate return to service also is an advantage to homeowners who would like to inspect or who need immediate storage
Many crawlspaces are rough and bumpy, and the loose ground sometimes is still experiencing settling. Using the Nu-Crawl System, there is no concern for cracking or punctures. This is especially good for new construction projects, when crawlspaces are part of the build design.
Headroom is a constant factor in a crawlspace, and using Nu-Crawl Liners maintains whatever headroom is available (unlike concrete)
Nu-Crawl RFX (reflective insulation) works for double purposes. It insulates as well as moisture proofs the walls. Our RFX materials are greatly enhanced as sprayed Nu-Crawl polymers are used to seal and seam the RFX insulation as it is installed. Effective R-value increases by double or more, by controlling the cold and moisture behind the RFX. The insulated liner allows the air space to be conditioned and reduces humidity, which is the cornerstone of crawlspace encapsulation.
The Nu-Crawl Seamless liner is suitable for storage, and meets residential building code for fire safety and vapor transmission.
Nu-Crawl liners are backed by a 100 year manufacturer warranty, as all liners are individually made in America to ensure the highest quality end product and installation.
The Nu-Crawl system is the best choice for Elk Grove Village, IL crawl space encapsulation.

How to Encapsulate my Elk Grove Village Crawlspace?

Crawlspace encapsulation is not a DIY project. It has to be done properly by a professional. Every crawlspace has its own set of unique problems. The main factors to consider include height of crawlspace, amount of waterproofing needed, extent of clean up needed, repairs to structure, mold removal and radon abatement. The best way to get a Nu-Crawl crawlspace encapsulation estimate in Elk Grove Village, IL is to either call us or fill out our form.

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502 Stratford Ave
Elmhurst IL 60126
Ph: 630-561-5200