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15 Things Everyone Gets Wrong About Crawl Space Waterproofing!

Michael Church from Crawl Space Ninja shares 15 critical mistakes to avoid when waterproofing your crawl space, highlighting proper installation techniques and essential components for long-term protection of your foundation. • Improper sump pump basin installation – basins should be level with the floor and 2-3 feet deep • Failing to bury drainage pipes properly – contractors sometimes place pipes on top of soil in less visible areas • Relying on gravity-fed drainage without proper discharge points • Not securing the sump pump discharge line to floor joists • Forgetting to install a check valve on the sump pump • Missing a "Dranjer Drain" for water that gets on top of the vapor barrier • Inadequate discharge line extension – should be at least 15 feet from foundation • Skipping aggregate around certain types of drainage pipes • Not using protective socks on drainage pipes when needed • Installing loose vapor barriers instead of securing them to foundation walls • Painting foundation walls without continuing moisture protection • Failing to invest in battery backup systems for power outages • Not extending downspout drainage away from foundation • Missing proper thresholds on crawl space doors • Installing too few sump pumps for the space (one per 140 linear feet recommended) • Bonus: Install water alarm systems to detect leaks or system failures early • Bonus: Quality matters – don't choose contractors based solely on price Get Michael's Gold Award Winning Book (Print or Audio): "Crawl Space Repair Myths Busted" offers expert guidance: (https://amzn.to/3llnB1m) Support Michael, schedule a consultation, download Michael's Book in Spanish, get a Crawl Space Inspection Sheet and more: buymeacoffee.com/csninja At Crawl Space Ninja, we’re here to help homeowners take control of their crawl spaces, basements, and indoor air quality. Our videos are packed with expert advice, how-to guides, and product recommendations on: ✅ Crawl Space Encapsulation ✅ Basement Waterproofing ✅ Foundation Repair ✅ Mold Remediation ✅ Indoor Air Quality ✅ Air Purification ✅ Dehumidifiers & Ventilation ✅ DIY Tips & Professional Insights Whether you're a DIYer or just want to better understand what’s under your home, our mission is to educate and empower you to protect your home and your health. *Contact Us:* Website: (https://CrawlSpaceNinja.com/) Schedule Free Inspection: (865) 659-0390 DIY Store: (https://supply.crawlspaceninja.com) DIY Store Phone: (865) 321-9314 *Disclaimer:* This information is for educational purposes only. Consult professionals for specific advice. Some links may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. #CrawlSpaceNinja #BasementNinja 0:00 Introduction 0:57 1 - No Sump Pump Basin Installed 2:08 2 - Sump Pump Basin Not Buried Deep Enough 2:59 3 - Drainage Pipe Not Buried 4:00 4 - No Sump Pump/Gravity Fed Drainage Only 5:13 5 - Sump Pump Plumbing Not Secured to Joist 6:28 6 - Not Having a Check Valve Installed 7:11 7 - Not Having a Dranjer Drain Installed 8:09 8 - Discharge Line Not Long Enough 9:11 9 - Not Using Drainage Aggregate 10:33 9b - No Sock/Silt Filter Around Pipe 10:58 10 - Vapor Barrier Not Secured to Foundation 12:07 11 - Foundation Walls Are Painted 13:10 12 - No Battery Backup Installed 14:24 No Downspout Extensions Installed 15:20 13 - No Crawl Space Door Threshold 16:18 14 - Not Enough Sump Pumps Installed 17:49 15 - No Water Alarm Installed 19:06 Installing Weep Holes 19:44 Buying Cheap Materials