Reliable Crawl Space Repair & Basement Waterproofing Company in San Juan County, WA

After owning their home in Olga for 18 years, Jim and Diane reached out to Rainy Day Basement Systems because they noticed there was insulation hanging down from the joists in their crawl space; in addition to the presence of mold and rodents throughout. After seeing what Rainy Day was capable of, Jim and Diane decided to go through with the project knowing it was going to help combat Diane’s asthma.

Their entire crawl space was encapsulated with CleanSpace, an antimicrobial crawl space lining meant to prevent water vapor and mold from developing. They also installed a SaniDry CX dehumidifier to keep the crawlspace at a steady temperature and humidity that encourages mold to become dormant and inhibits the growth of future mold. To top it off, they opted for the SmartDrain with Remote style Water Watch Alarm, which can detect any plumbing complications that may be leaking into the crawlspace. Often these types of leaks can go unnoticed as they simply absorb into the ground.

Jim and Diane are thrilled to now be living with a mold-free crawlspace, and Rainy Day is delighted to be a part of the solution.

Robert and Janne S. started to notice that their crawl space was collecting water soon after their house was built. And while they hadn’t physically seen mold yet, they knew that the with the humidity the way it was, it was only a matter of time before it began to appear. They were also concerned about dangling insulation and the presence of rodents.

Rainy Day Basement Systems encapsulated their entire crawlspace with CleanSpace, an antimicrobial crawlspace lining meant to prevent water vapor and mold from developing. They also installed a SmartSump pump along with an UltraSump battery back-up system for worst-case scenarios. To assist in the fight against mold, a SaniDry CX dehumidifier was installed to keep the crawlspace at a steady temperature and the humidity low enough to encourage mold to become dormant and inhibit the growth of future mold. Finally, they sealed it all off with an Everlast Crawl Space Door for easy access to and from their crawl space. These doors are specially made for sealing crawl spaces and are made of completely inorganic material that is waterproof, rust proof and resistant to the growth of mold.

During our initial inspection of Michael’s Friday Harbor, WA, farmhouse, Rainy Day discovered groundwater seepage, mold, condensation, and pests in his crawlspace. We came to the home and got right to work with installing a new drainage system and crawlspace encapsulation system. A new three-in-one TripleSafe sump pump was also installed. We sealed all entries with vent covers and then added the SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. Now, all of Michael’s moisture issues are simply a thing of the past.

Whether you are up north in Friday Harbor, or down south in Edmonds, we offer free inspections and estimates for all your waterproofing needs under the home. Call us today to schedule at 1-360-614-2857

Doug T. from Eastsound, WA, first spoke with our appointment center because he was interested in replacing the pier blocks at his hotel due to sagging floors. With the sale of the building coming shortly in the future, he was hoping to get the project done as soon as possible. When we got there, we found extensive powderpost beetle damage. Powderpost beetles are woodboring beetles attracted to places with wood and moisture. This makes crawlspaces and basements an absolute feeding ground for them. These pesky bugs are hard to get rid of because they can live up to a year and a half in infested wood. Rotting posts can often be replaced with SmartJacks, and we have the best tools and expertise to address Doug’s moisture problems and floor permanently. Addressing the underlying issue of water control will help alleviate the issue of continuous powderpost beetle damage in the future.

Call today to schedule a free inspection and estimate at 1-360-614-2857

Barrett and Libbey from Friday Harbor wanted the crawlspace of their new home clean and healthy. They wanted to get rid of mold smell in the office and is concerned about health impact of mold in the house. The system we designed to fix the problems under their home included a full-perimeter drainage channel, sump pump, and CleanSpace encapsulation. Our solutions leaves the home dry, energy efficient, and safe from mold and moisture.

Friday Harbor homeowners were fighting standing water in their family home for multiple years. They were ready for our specialists to diagnose the problem to clearly identify the problem to stop the water. Experts at Rainy Day designed a system with interior drainage piping, sump pump, and encapsulation. This will not only keep the crawl space dry, but also will help create healthy air for the entire living space.

Gordon from Ferndale, WA, wanted to fix the crawl space in a newly built home. During heavy rain, the crawl space was flooding from groundwater. They wanted to fix it long-term to prevent structural issues later on. After calling Rainy Day, we sent Ed Upenieks, Design Specialist, to provide a thorough inspection and report his findings and solutions. We recommended installing a full-perimeter drainage system and sump pump, as well as encapsulation. With our waterproofing system, the home will stay dry and safe. 

Craig from Orcas, Washington, found Rainy Day Basement Systems through a Google search while looking for someone to help fix his crawl space.

His split-level home had a deep crawl space, tall enough to stand in. He had noticed musty smells, moisture, and an old dehumidifier that had stopped working. Crawl space expert Jean-Paul visited the home for a thorough inspection and estimate, and to determine a path to a worry-free crawl space, while Craig and his family were away for the winter.

The crew, led by Daniel, encapsulated the crawl space using a CleanSpace encapsulation system. CleanSpace is a 20-mil-thick liner with antimicrobial properties. Its seven-layer polyethylene composition is reinforced with cord, making it extremely durable, protective, and aesthetically pleasing. The encapsulation system uncouples the home from the dirt to isolate the space and prevent moisture, mold, outside air, and pests from getting in.

Now Craig has an energy-efficient home with a healthy, dry, and clean crawl space.