Plastic Sewer Line On Crawl Space Floor

If the existing crawl space floor is dirt some improvements might be undertaken to give the homeowner the best floor possible.

Plastic sewer line on crawl space floor.

A six mill plastic vapor barrier should be installed. Posted by joehomeowner on 23rd jul 2018. Plastic sheeting in your crawl space can serve a number of useful purposes. In many cases water heaters and furnaces are installed in the crawl space.

Primarily plastic is installed in crawl spaces to residential buildings to create a barrier against moisture or vapor. Second if gravel is on top of the plastic we can t see that the plastic was placed over an adequately smooth sloped crawl space floor the risk is future puddles of water that collect on top of the plastic but hidden from view under the gravel an ongoing crawl space water and moisture trap. Cut the sheets to size allowing 12 inches or more along walls. We carry all the tape and adhesives you need to securely install your crawl space wall and floor liners to create a powerful moisture barrier.

A floor drain can be installed but might not be necessary. Even in the most arid areas of the country mother earth constantly releases water vapor which likes to seep into your crawlspace through. I did my entire crawl space 2500 sq ft with this plastic and could not be happier. Overlap the seams by no less than 12 inches and secure them together with the poly pvc tape.

I m 55 yrs old and did it all myself including loading unloading and cutting these rolls. Plenty thick and not too hard to work with. This approach helps minimize the risk of mold or mildew intrusion into the home. It can also help create a more suitable storage space for homeowners.