Crawl Space Encapsulation Adds Value to Your Home

Crawl Space Encapsulation Adds Value to Your Home A wet crawl space is a problem no homeowner wants to come across. It causes a musty smell, mold and mildew growth, pest infestations, sagging floors, and structural damage. The experts at Rapid Foundation Repair are highly trained in these situations and can easily spot warning signs of a crawl space issue. The best way to combat moisture is crawl space encapsulation, the process in which we seal and insulate the crawl space with a durable vapor barrier. This barrier, usually made of foil or plastic, can resist moisture diffusion through walls, … Read More

Is a Vapor Barrier Necessary in Your Basement?

Is a Vapor Barrier Necessary in Your Basement? What is a Vapor Barrier? A vapor barrier is an encapsulation made of foil or plastic designed to keep moisture out of the basement. This material will help damp-proof your basement or crawlspace, helping you avoid moisture-related damage, like dry rot and mold. It is not the same thing as waterproofing, but it is an important part. Signs You Need a Vapor Barrier In addition to the humidity levels in your area, several everyday factors can contribute to moisture in the air, like cooking, house plants, and showers. When too much moisture … Read More

How Your Wet Basement Effects You in Wyoming, South Dakota, and Nebraska

Wet Basement Wyoming Whether you live in Wyoming, South Dakota, or Nebraska, you deal with the four seasons. Hot and cold, wet and dry, and the seasonal changes affect the soil around the foundation of your basement. The soil expands and contracts due to the moisture levels in it. When this happens over and over throughout the year and years after, the soil can cause damage to your foundation. When you have a wet basement, it is time to consider having our specialists from Rapid Foundation Repair come and check out exactly what is happening. The damage water can cause … Read More

Spring Thaw Can Mean Damp or Wet Crawlspaces in South Dakota

Take Action against Damp or Wet Crawlspaces in South Dakota It is finally that time of year. Spring is so close and the temperature is rising and the snow is melting. While that’s exciting for most, it also means the possibility for wet or damp crawlspaces in South Dakota and Nebraska. When the snow melts the water may pool in your yard with no where to go. This is called yard drainage. From there it will drift toward your home and in and around your crawlspace. This can cause problems such as: Mold and mildew growth Wall cracks Floor cracks … Read More

Rapid Foundation Repair’s Service Area

Foundation Repair for South Dakota and the Surrounding Area Rapid Foundation Repair has made taking care of our clients our number one goal when it comes to taking care of your needs with your foundation. We want to make sure your home is as safe as it can be for your family. We only use Earth Contact Products because they are number one in the industry. It makes the job that our highly trained professionals do better when using the best products. Our service area covers parts of Nebraska, Wyoming, and South Dakota. The following cities will find Rapid Foundation … Read More

Make Your Crawlspace Safe

Crawl Space Encapsulation in South Dakota Many homeowners experience moisture problems in their basements. If you have similar problems, Rapid Foundation Repair has a solution. We offer prime services, such as vapor barriers and crawl space encapsulation. For all things related to waterproofing or foundation repair, choose Rapid Foundation Repair. Although some areas still permit a vented, dirt-floored crawl space, the better option is to have your crawl space encapsulated with a vapor-retardant material that will prevent structural problems. Crawl space encapsulation will keep mold from growing, reducing the number of air pollutants and allergens in your home. A water-repelling vapor barrier … Read More

How Can a Vapor Barrier Help You?

Crawl Space Repair Sioux Falls, SD If you have a damp, musty basement with wet walls or lots of humidity, then a vapor barrier may be the best option for you. A vapor barrier is usually made of a material used for damp proofing, such as foil or plastic, that will resist moisture diffusion through walls, ceilings, or floors. Although a little moisture in the home is a good thing, too much can cause problems for the building materials. Rapid Foundation Repair can help you with your crawl space repair needs to keep your home dry. Installing a vapor barrier … Read More

Basement Waterproofing? SD Experts Can Help

Summer Storms Can Equal a Wet Basement It is that time of year again. Summer is here. Summer is great in South Dakota: swimming in the pool, the Fourth of July, fireworks, vacations, and lots of outside fun. With all the special celebrations and fun times to be had during the summer, you do not want to be bothered by a leaky, wet basement. When that summer season shows up, summer storms come along with it, and along with these storms, you are bound to encounter some foundation problems, such as a damp crawl space. Do not worry; Rapid Foundation … Read More

Keeping Your SD and WY Crawlspace Healthy

Crawlspace Moisture and Your Family’s Health Did you know that as much as 50% of the air that you and your family breathes comes from your basement or crawlspace? Many people don’t look in their crawlspace very often. The area can smell bad, be humid, and dark. It’s kind of like the attic, one of those places you just don’t want to go. Heck, it might even have a dirt floor. But problems can lurk in your crawlspace that can lead to a downward spiral in your family’s health. You need the help of a crawlspace professional! Keeping Your SD … Read More