Pleasanton Vapor Barrier Installation

How Do You Know If You Need a Vapor Barrier?

In most cases, building a new home in our part of California will require a vapor barrier. If you are buying an older home, it may already have one in some areas but not others. To be sure about your current home’s situation or to learn whether a new build needs one, review the plans with your builder and ask questions.

If you currently do not have a vapor barrier installed in your home, several signs indicate it may be necessary:

• Persistent musty odors in crawl spaces or basements
• Visible mold or mildew in damp or dark areas
• High humidity levels making rooms feel clammy
• Condensation on pipes or HVAC equipment
• Wet or rotten wood in the crawl space
• Cold floors above crawl spaces during winter months

Our Vapor Barrier Installation Process

Our specific approach will depend on whether we are installing a vapor barrier during construction or adding a vapor barrier to an existing home. However, there are some general steps that our Pleasanton vapor barrier installation services include:

• Inspection and assessment - We begin by evaluating your space and locating moisture problem areas, then determining how best to go about installing the vapor barrier. 
• Preparation - Before installation, we clear the area of debris, lean and level the surface, and seal any existing leaks or cracks to support the vapor barrier’s maximum effectiveness. 
• Custom-cutting the barrier - Next, we measure and cut the vapor barrier to fit the unique dimensions of your crawl space, basement, or other target area. 
• Securing the barrier - We carefully anchor the vapor barrier to the ground, walls, and any support beams, creating a tight seal that locks out moisture.
• Quality check - Before we finish, we perform a thorough inspection to verify that the barrier is installed correctly and meets our high standards of workmanship. 

It is important to note that we aim to achieve 100% customer satisfaction during every job. As such, you can count on us to work efficiently and with attention to detail to deliver the results you need. If something is amiss, you can let us know, and we will work to remedy the problem immediately.