Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

In the top photo, you see a familiar sight: a dirt floor crawl space that was causing our Dartmouth, Nova Scotia homeowner a bit of a headache. Without proper sealing, moisture and all its pesky friends like mold and pests were making themselves comfortable. Fast forward to the bottom photo, and you’ll see how our CleanSpace® encapsulation has transformed this problematic space into a dry, secure part of the home. Our trusty team at Ridgeback Basement Systems replaced the worry with a strong, reliable barrier. No more moisture blues here!

When homeowner John in Dartmouth, NS, was warned his home's foundation was at risk due to water damage, leading to one corner sinking centimeters into despair, je turned to us. The before photo exhibits the dire state of their crawl space—damp, chilly, and sinking. But, dive into the after photo, and you'll notice a remarkable transformation. Our CleanSpace liner now encases their foundation, with SilverGlo insulation enhancing stability and warmth. Not only did we lift his home's spirits but also fortified it for years to come. This is what Ridgeback Basement Systems excel at—delivering peace of mind by seamlessly marrying invaluable comfort with enduring support.

Before tackling this Musquodoboit Harbour home's crawl space, water intrusion and lack of proper encapsulation left it damp and vulnerable, as evident in the before photo. Our dedicated team at Ridgeback Basement Systems transformed this issue with our CleanSpace system. Notice in the after photo, the difference is clear: a dry, well-encapsulated space now stands capable of resisting moisture, ensuring a healthier, safer home environment. Our mission was to deliver peace of mind with a durable, high-quality solution, and we did just that, bringing our client's crawl space back to optimal condition.

In Belle River, PE, a homeowner faced the challenge of a rotting beam and degraded floor joists leading to potential structural damage. We provided a comprehensive solution using the SmartJack System to stabilize and lift the beams and floor joists. Our team reinforced the foundation using engineered materials for enhanced distribution of weight. Additionally, we utilized CleanSpace for crawl space encapsulation, installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, included a reliable SuperSump system, and protected the sump pump with IceGuard. Notice the transformation from an unstable structure to a secure and dry foundation, ensuring long-term stability and protection.

In Lawrencetown, NS, a homeowner reached out as their 25-year-old property faced issues with a vented crawl space insulated with old straw. This led to improper insulation and elevated moisture levels. We addressed the problem by removing the inadequate insulation and installed our comprehensive solution: CleanSpace, SilverGlo, SaniDry Sedona, and SmartJack. With CleanSpace encapsulation, SilverGlo wall insulation, and proper humidity control using SaniDry Sedona, we significantly improved air quality and structural stability with SmartJack. This resulted in a dry, energy-efficient crawl space and restored the home’s structural integrity.