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The Drying Company serving Gwynn, VA
Expert Ductwork Sealing, Home Energy Audits, & Insulation Contractor
The Drying Co. is an authorized dealer of the nationally renowned Dr. Energy Saver network. The Dr. Energy Saver network is comprised of the best energy-conservation contractors across the country. We are not just another contractor company, we specialize in improving your home's current energy efficiency issues. You'll receive the maximum energy and cost-saving results with the least amount of hassle. We offer a wide range of services including:
- Attic Insulation
- Crawl Space Insulation
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Blown-in Insulation
- Rigid Foam Insulation
- Ductwork Sealing
- Home Energy Audits
- And More!
Spray Foam Insulation Contractor
Spray foam insulation is the best choice for insulation if you’re looking to increase your comfort & decrease your energy bills. Spray foam insulation is truly the best option for home insulation and here are a few reasons why. Spray Foam Insulation provides an air barrier due to its ability to fill gaps and cracks. It is also great at staying in the hard to reach areas because of its super-adhesive qualities. Unlike fiberglass and cellulose insulation, spray foam insulation is waterproof. Water will not be able to pass through the foam which makes it an extremely durable and long-lasting product. Lastly, spray foam insulation is foolproof. Spray foam is sprayed as a liquid and then expands and hardens to fill voids and gaps. There is never any chance for an area to be missed or void to form. Once cured, spray foam insulation will stay in place for decades to come and will never shift or settle like fiberglass. To ensure your home has the best insulation available and your energy bills are low, switch to spray foam insulation today!
Blown-in & Attic Insulation
Blown-in insulation is often called blow-in or blown insulation, but it doesn’t matter what you call it. What does matter is how well it keeps your home insulated. Many people are under the impression that their attic has enough insulation, however, 9 out of 10 times it does not. In a nationwide study, it was found that the average American attic only has about 1/3 enough insulation to keep the home properly insulated. That is where blown-in insulation comes in. Blown-in insulation is blown into your attic and forms a dense layer that will ensure heat will not escape through the top of your home. Having an attic that is properly insulated can cut heating and cooling costs but up to 20%. What are you waiting for? Call or click today to schedule a FREE blown-in or attic insulation estimate!
Our Complete Insulation Service Include:
- Crawl Space Insulation
- Blown Fiberglass Insulation
- Cellulose Insulation
- Rigid Foam Insulation
- Floor Insulation
- Wall Insulation
Gwynn’s Go-to Basement Waterproofing Company
The last thing any homeowner wants for their home is water damage. While water in the basement can be critical, it is not irreparable, especially when you partner with The Drying Company. At The Drying Company, we are dedicated to creating and maintaining a dry and healthy basement environment for each of our clients so that you no longer have to worry about a wet basement plummeting the value of your home.
We begin by examining your basement to pinpoint the source of the water problem. To do so, we utilize a combination of Hydrostatic Pressure and The Clay Bowl Effect. From there, we are able to install a waterproofing solution catered to your needs so that your basement will remain healthy and dry for the long haul. We offer a number of basement waterproofing solutions, including:
- Waterproof Wall Coverings
- French drain systems
- Sump Pumps
- Dehumidifiers
- Crack Repair
- And more!
Crawl Space Repair Experts
Crawl spaces are frequently neglected by homeowners because they are hidden away under our homes. Ignoring your home’s crawl space seems inconsequential, but disregarding your crawl space can lead to potentially critical problems. The air that flows through your home will eventually pass through your crawl space, taking with it pollen, mold spores, and various contaminants that prosper in the moist, cold, and dirty atmosphere of a vented crawl space.
In addition to leaving you and your family vulnerable to these contaminants, a vented crawl space can also result in expensive drafts that make for chilly temperatures in the higher floors. This issue is worsened by the utilization of fiberglass insulation that can become ineffective and soggy in the moist environment. These issues significantly decrease the energy efficiency of your entire home.
Luckily, The Drying Company can reconstruct your crawl space so that what once was a hazard to your home becomes a resource. We provide a variety of crawl space solutions, such as:
- Crawl Space Insulation
- Crawl Space Encapsulation
- Crawl Space Support Jacks
- Crawl Space Dehumidifiers
- And More!
Reliable Gutter Installation in Gwynn
Having gutters that don’t need to be cleared out every time it rains is every homeowner’s dream. At The Drying Company, our experts will install the perfect gutters to help protect your home from water damage. The GutterShutter gutter system is designed with premium-grade aluminum so it won’t bend under heavy debris. Our patented gutters and gutter guards also prevent debris from clogging up your gutters and never detach from your property, so you have one less thing to worry about! Better protect your home from damage with the help of your local GutterShutter dealer in Gwynn.
Reliable foundation repair solutions
When you need effective foundation repair solutions that stabilize your home while preventing future structural damage, contact the professionals at The Drying Company. We know how the latest tools and strategies will ensure the most reliable results. So, whether you are dealing with foundation settlement, sagging floors above the crawl space, sticking windows and doors, or basement wall cracks, we fix these foundation problems and more!
Our foundation repair solutions include:
- Push Piers
- Helical Piers
- Crawl Space Jacks
- And More!
Get a free foundation repair estimate to learn more. We serve homeowners in Gwynn and nearby!
During their home renovation, this Gwynn, VA, family wanted to replace their gutters.
The home was receiving a new porch, roof, and siding, so the homeowners wanted to ensure that the water coming off their roof during rainstorms would be properly managed.
Gutters would need to be added to the new porch area and replaced around the home.
Wanting to be sure that their home was protected and not wanting to worry about cleaning their gutters, the family chose to install the Gutter Shutter System on their home.
New, white gutters were installed on the home. Our Installation Team cut the seamless gutter on site to fit the home, fitted downspouts, and installed hoods on the Gutter Shutter System.
These Homeowners will no longer need to worry about cleaning their gutters, because Gutter Shutter is backed with a no-clog, no pull-away, no sagging guarantee.
This homeowner reached out to us because they were interested in adding insulation, a new vapor barrier, and treating mold in the crawl space.
At our inspection, we found that the relative humidity in the crawl space was about 85.9%. At 60% relative humidity, mold growth can begin. Mold and mildew grow on organic surfaces, in this case, the wood substructure of the home. Wood moisture readings of the flood joists ranged from about 20% all the way to 39%! At 19% wood moisture content, wood rot can begin. Some of the joists had signs of wood rot, including high moisture content, soft wood, the material was darkened, and there were musty odors. Wood rot is a major concern, if left untreated, it can result in serious and costly damage to the home’s foundation.
The excess moisture in the crawl space is a result of open foundation vents, bulk water, and water vapor from the earth. We found that there was puddling in several spots throughout the crawl space. Standing water and moisture evaporate, rising into the crawl space and is absorbed by porous surfaces. The dark, damp environment is ideal for snakes, insects, and rodents, creating its own ecosystem where these creatures can thrive.
After our inspection, we discussed our findings with the homeowners and reviewed their options to address the mold, dry out the crawl space, and prevent further fungal growth and damage to the foundation.
We first recommended removing all debris including the sparse vapor barrier and installing a drainage system to address the puddling. A drainage system is necessary when bulk water is present because vapor barriers are only designed as a vapor suppression system and even when properly sealed, will not be able to prevent bulk water from eventually seeping through seams. We then offered several options for treating the microbial growth to kill the mold and mildew.
Our next option for the homeowner was a heavy-duty vapor barrier. One that can be properly sealed and attached to the foundation walls to protect the crawl space from water vapor, as well as withstand any service persons working in the crawl space. The next step would be to keep out any outside air carrying moisture. This would be done by sealing the sill plate, rim and band, and all vents.
We then discussed insulating the crawl space. We recommend insulation from the foundation walls as opposed to the floor. This is because it will extend the thermal barrier from the floor of the bottom level of the home to the floor of the crawl space. This means we can effectively reduce the heat and moisture transfer through the foundation walls and better control the crawl space environment. Our final recommendation is a dehumidifier. Though we have done everything we can to prevent moisture from getting into the crawl space, we still need to control the relative humidity with an energy-efficient dehumidifier. Installing the dehumidifier without taking the previous steps would be ineffective in protecting the crawl space because it would be the same as trying to dehumidify the outdoors.
If the homeowner opts to take these steps, they will be able to not only replace their vapor barrier, add insulation, and treat mold, but they can prevent further damage and never have to worry about completing the project again. In addition, they will have the benefit of warmer floors in the winter, reduced energy bills, healthier indoor air quality, and added durability to their home.
