Services We Offer

Crawlspace Assessment and Next Steps Advisory Most homeowners never go under their home — and that's exactly how small problems turn into expensive ones. Ironclad will get under there so you don't have to, taking a thorough look at what's happening in your crawlspace and give you a straight, honest assessment of what we find. We'll tell you clearly whether what we're seeing is something we can address directly, something that warrants monitoring, or something that needs a licensed specialist's attention before it gets worse. There's no pressure, no upselling, and no vague answers — just a clear picture of what's going on beneath your home and what your realistic options are.

Crawlspace Cleanout & Debris Removal Over time, crawlspaces accumulate debris, old insulation, deteriorated vapor barrier material, rodent nesting material, construction leftovers, and general buildup that creates moisture problems, pest habitat, and air quality issues throughout the home above. Ironclad performs thorough crawlspace cleanouts, removing debris, disposing of deteriorated materials properly, and leaving the space clean and ready for any further work that needs to follow. It's not glamorous work, but it's foundational — a clean crawlspace is the starting point for everything else.

Vapor Barrier Installation & Replacement A properly installed vapor barrier is one of the most cost-effective investments a homeowner can make in their crawlspace. By limiting ground moisture from migrating upward into the crawlspace environment, a good vapor barrier helps protect floor joists, subfloor materials, and insulation from the slow deterioration that moisture causes over time. Ironclad installs and replaces crawlspace vapor barriers using durable poly sheeting material, properly overlapped and secured to create consistent coverage across the crawlspace floor. If your existing barrier is torn, deteriorated, or was never properly installed in the first place, we'll remove the old material and start fresh.

Crawlspace Insulation Removal & Replacement Insulation that has fallen from between floor joists, absorbed moisture, or become a haven for rodents is doing more harm than good — it traps moisture against wood surfaces and creates ideal nesting conditions for pests while providing little to no thermal benefit. Ironclad removes deteriorated or compromised crawlspace insulation safely and replaces it with properly fitted insulation installed snugly between floor joists to restore the thermal barrier between your crawlspace and your living space above. Addressing insulation and vapor barrier together as a package is almost always the most efficient and cost-effective approach, and we're happy to tackle both in a single visit.

Moisture Control & Basic Drainage Improvements Standing water or chronic dampness in a crawlspace is a problem that doesn't resolve itself — it gets worse over time, accelerating wood rot, encouraging mold growth, and attracting pests looking for a water source. Ironclad addresses basic moisture control issues including improving ground drainage, redirecting water away from the crawlspace perimeter, and ensuring that the crawlspace environment stays as dry as possible. For moisture problems that originate from more significant drainage or foundation issues requiring engineered solutions, we'll identify that clearly and refer you to the appropriate licensed specialist rather than applying a surface fix to a deeper problem.

Surface Mold Cleaning & Treatment Surface mold on crawlspace joists, beams, and blocking is a common finding in homes with moisture issues, and catching it early makes an enormous difference in both the cost and complexity of addressing it. Ironclad performs surface mold cleaning and treatment on crawlspace wood surfaces, removing visible mold growth and applying appropriate treatment to inhibit regrowth. It's important to understand that surface mold cleaning is a maintenance-level service — it addresses what's visible and accessible on wood surfaces. It is not licensed mold remediation, and for situations involving significant mold growth, air quality concerns, or mold that has penetrated deeply into structural materials, we will always recommend a licensed mold remediation professional and help you find one we trust.

Rodent Exclusion & Trap Placement Rodents in a crawlspace cause damage that goes well beyond the unsettling knowledge that they're there — they destroy insulation, gnaw on wood and occasionally wiring, contaminate the space with waste, and create nesting conditions that attract further infestation. Ironclad addresses crawlspace rodent problems through exclusion and mechanical trapping rather than chemical treatment — sealing entry points with hardware cloth, steel wool, and appropriate sealants to prevent rodents from getting in, and placing mechanical traps to address existing activity. This approach is effective, environmentally responsible, and requires no pest control license. For infestations that have progressed beyond what exclusion and trapping can address, we'll recommend a licensed pest control professional from our trusted referral network.

Crawlspace Access Improvements A deteriorated or poorly fitted crawlspace access door is an open invitation to wildlife and rodents looking for a warm, sheltered place to take up residence — and once they're in, the problems they bring with them multiply quickly. Damaged insulation, gnawed wood, contaminated vapor barriers, and nesting material that traps moisture against your floor joists are just the beginning. Raccoons, opossums, rats, and mice are all remarkably motivated to find their way into a crawlspace that isn't properly secured, and a rotted access door, a missing vent screen, or a gap in the crawlspace skirting is all the invitation they need. Ironclad repairs and replaces deteriorated crawlspace access doors, improves vent covers and screening, and closes off the entry points that give wildlife and rodents a way in — because keeping them out in the first place is significantly cheaper and less disruptive than dealing with the aftermath of an infestation that's had time to settle in and make itself at home.

Specialist Referral & Project Coordination When what we find in your crawlspace or around your foundation goes beyond our scope — a failing foundation, significant structural damage, extensive mold requiring certified remediation, or a termite infestation requiring licensed treatment — Ironclad doesn't leave you on your own to figure out the next step. We maintain relationships with trusted licensed specialists across structural engineering, foundation repair, mold remediation, and pest control, and we'll help connect you with the right professional for the job. We can also remain involved as a coordination resource throughout the process, handling the general maintenance and preparation work that supports the licensed specialist's scope and helps keep the overall project cost as efficient as possible.