How Does Drainage Matting Work?

The means you have of protecting your crawl space from leaks and high humidity are many and varied. Drainage matting serves as less of a waterproofing measure on its own and more of a waterproofing accessory. This matting works in tandem with other home waterproofing measures, including a full space encapsulation with a vapor barrier. If you’re concerned about what kind of damage your crawl space has taken on in the past, you can invest in this kind of protective measure to both preserve the integrity of your space and the functionality of those home waterproofing measures you’ve invested in.  

Crawl space drainage matting serves as an insert that you can install in between a crawl space vapor barrier and the floor of your crawl space. CrawlSeal™ Drainage Matting can be identified by its raised bumps, which help prevent water from sticking to your liner and continually increasing the amount of moisture within your crawl space. 

Installing Your Drainage Matting 

Drainage matting installation is a rather straightforward process. Normally, you’ll want to install your drainage matting at the same time as a vapor barrier or a full crawl space encapsulation. You can discuss the process with the experts in your area to determine first if an installation is plausible and then, in turn, how long it may take considering the size of your crawl space and any pre-existing damage. 

That said, most drainage matting installations take a day or less. Again, if your home has experienced some manner of water damage in the past, you’ll want to factor in the amount of time it will take to repair your crawl space before making other plans for your home. 

The Cost of Your Installation 

Determining how much it might cost to install crawl space waterproofing measures isn’t a process that’s set in stone. However, you can often guess at the cost by taking the size of your home into account. In most cases, larger crawl spaces are going to cost more to waterproof than smaller ones simply due to the material cost of that installation. If your crawl space needs any additional repairs, you can expect your eventual costs to run you more than they would if you installed waterproofing measures before that damage appeared. 

For a more specific estimate, however, you can opt to schedule a consultation with the professionals in your area. After a thorough home inspection, you can determine whether your crawl space needs any structural repairs. Then, you can debate what kind of waterproofing measures might best suit your crawl space’s needs. At the end of the day, you’ll have the option to look over a free quote to determine what of the available installation methods, materials, and more you want to take advantage of while protecting your home.