Old Crawlspace Door for Duncan, SC Crawlspace Replaced with EverLast Door

There are many different ways that water and moisture are able to get into a crawlspace. Usually the big areas are floor and walls of the crawlspace, but another big one is the door of the crawlspace. This of course depends on the door, but most times, people don't realize that an airtight door is the best option for a crawlspace. Having an airtight door prevents any outside air from getting into the crawlspace.

The "before" picture shows the door to the crawlspace before any work was done. While it may look nice, it definitely is not designed to keep moisture from getting into a crawlspace. The slats of the door give air a perfect entrance into the crawlspace. With air coming into the crawlspace, moisture gets in as well. This is one of the main things that should be prevented when encapsulating a crawlspace. Sealing off the crawlspace entirely is the main goal when encapsulating a crawlspace.

The "after" photo shows off the new EverLast Door that was installed for the homeowner. Not only does the EverLast Door look much better than the previous door, it functions much better. The new door creates an airtight seal when the knobs are tightened down. This helps to keep moisture out of the crawlspace and make the area under the home a much safer and healthier area.