Dirt crawl spaces are common in many homes and present unique problems for the homeowner. Dirt inside the home transmits humidity, odors and radon gas. It also provides rodents and insects an easy path into the upper living portions of the home. The humidity and dampness that is inherent in crawl spaces can also cause structural damage to the wood framing, carpets, floors and walls. This environment is a breeding ground for mold and mildew, all of which present a real problem.
Innovative Solutions for Your Crawl Space
The homeowner might consider pouring concrete over the crawl space floor, but in a post construction setting this is often unrealistic and impractical.
The cost effective SOLUTION … Integra Clean & Dry's Basement Technologies’ CRAWL SPACE CONDUIT™
A Proven EPA Sealing and Encapsulation Method
The Environmental Protection Agency taught radon professions to install a barrier on the floor and up the walls of dirt crawl spaces to “encapsulate” the dirt area. Integra Clean & Dry's Basement Technologies has done radon mitigation for years and strongly agrees with the EPA and utilizes this method of encapsulation as a cure for water, dirt and insects as well as stopping Radon Gas. The method virtually seals the crawl space from the outside.
Home airflow mechanics, called the “whole house effect”, is the natural airflow, which travels towards the roof, creating a suction type effect on the crawl space dirt. This process will cause dampness and humidity. It also provides rodents and insects an easy path into the upper living portion of the home. The Crawl Space Conduit™ will reduce humidity and possible mold growth throughout the home. It can also help dry up wood and floor structural framing. Integra Clean & Dry's Basement Technologies has designed a solution to the dirt crawl space problem. The Crawl Space Conduit™ will reduce heating and cooling costs. Our Crawl Space Conduit™ is a concrete floor replacement when concrete is unrealistic in a post construction setting. Integra Clean & Dry's Basement Technologies offers two (2) types of crawl space coverings. Please ask your Integra Clean & Dry's Basement Technologies representative for samples to see which one you prefer, Crawl Space Conduit I™ or Crawl Space Conduit II™.
CRAWL SPACE CONDUIT I™
Advantages
… made from high density resins making it far more durable than low density poly films.
… will not crack on folds and creases as does a standard poly.
… because it’s cross laminated and is pin-hole free while standard poly can never be pin-hole free.
… has an outstanding resistance to snags and punctures while regular standard poly has virtually no resistance.
… cross grained construction, like plywood, ensures a lightweight durable barrier of outstanding strength.
… weather stabilized while standard poly shows early disintegration under varied weather conditions.
… has an MVT rate which is 67 times more effective than the maximum FHA standards.
… physical characteristics have been tested, documented, and certified by independent research/engineering laboratories.
Certified Facts …
… is OVER 67 TIMES more effective than the maximum allowed by FHA Specs of 0.50 gr/100 sq. in./24 hrs.
… is over 6.4 times more puncture resistant than 4 mil low density poly.
… has an MVT rate almost 6 TIMES more effective than 4 mil. Low density poly.
Lifetime warranty against tears and breaks.
CRAWL SPACE CONDUIT II™
Consists of virgin outer layers of white high-strength polyethylene film laminated together with a lack layer of molten polyethylene. Both outer layers contain UV inhibitors and thermal stabilizers to assure long outdoor life. The white layers are designed to reduce heat build up and condensation, and to provide excellent dimensional stability. A layer of polyester reinforcement placed between these piles greatly enhances ear resistance and increases service life. Crawl Space Conduit’s II heavy duty diamond reinforcement responds to tears immediately by surrounding and stopping the tear.
Lifetime warranty against tears and breaks.
Crawl Space Conduit™ and Your Bon Aire™ System
Installing the Bon Aire™ humidity control system will help reverse the normal airflow of the whole house effect and bring warmer air into the basement. Although most of the dampness will be trapped under the vapor barrier, it will be necessary to control the dampness of the air in the crawl space and /or basement. This process, in conjunction with keeping windows and vents closed, will create a healthy and safer environment for your home.
For serious humidity and dampness in conjunction with the Bon Aire™ system, Install the Air Mop 30, a heavy duty marine and industrial dehumidifier, to control extensive dampness in the crawl space and to control moisture and humidity in the air.
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