DIY Support
Support like this in the crawl space is not effective long-term.
Rotten Section
This area had wood rot that was causing the porch to sag.
New Treated Wood and Support
The rotten wood was replaced with new treated wood and the area was supported affectively with SmartJack support posts.
Moisture Readings
The relative humidity and wood moisture in the crawl space was very high.
Condensation Dripping from AC
Condensation on ducts and the AC unit is a sign of a moisture issue in the crawl space.
Before Drainage Matting
This is an area of the crawl space before having drainage matting installed to help water flow.
After Drainage Matting
Drainage Matting was installed as a first initial step to full moisture protection in the crawl space. Drainage matting helps water to flow better so it can drain.