Edmond sits in northern Oklahoma County, and its housing grew outward in rings. The oldest blocks around downtown and the University of Central Oklahoma include homes on pier and beam foundations, while many neighborhoods built during the city's growth in the 1970s and 1980s have perimeter crawl spaces under brick one and two story homes. Most of the newest construction on the edges of town is slab on grade.
That mix means two Edmond houses a mile apart can need completely different work. A crawl space under a 1980s two story might be solid and fairly dry, yet have a liner that has torn, slipped or been pulled loose by a cable installer. A small house near campus might have wood posts sitting on bricks and a floor that slopes toward the kitchen.
Edmond's creeks and the Deep Fork River drainage toward Arcadia Lake also matter. Homes on lots that slope toward a creek tend to take on water at the low side of the foundation after heavy spring rain. Mark Bennett oversees every project, and the first visit is a free inspection with photos so you see exactly what is under your floor.
Around Edmond
Places we work in and around Edmond include:
- Older blocks near downtown Edmond
- Streets around the UCO campus
- 1970s and 1980s neighborhoods in central Edmond
- Homes on wooded lots in east Edmond
- Neighborhoods along the I-35 corridor
- Rural properties toward Arcadia Lake
Crawl Space Notes for Edmond Homes
- Two story homes in Edmond often have a crawl space under only part of the house, so check whether the garage or a family room addition sits on a separate slab.
- Rental houses near UCO frequently have bare dirt or a shredded plastic sheet underneath; a ground cover is an inexpensive first step for landlords.
- Lots that fall toward a creek usually need the downhill side of the crawl space checked for standing water after big storms.
- Cable, security and plumbing work over the years often leaves liners torn near the access door, and even small tears let ground moisture back in.
Most Requested Crawl Space Services in Edmond
Crawl Space Vapor Barrier Installation in Edmond
Many Edmond crawl spaces from the 1970s and 1980s still have thin original plastic that no longer covers the soil.
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Crawl Space Waterproofing in Edmond
Homes on sloped lots near Edmond creeks often need exterior drainage or an interior drain on the low side.
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Pier and Beam Foundation Repair in Edmond
Older houses near downtown and UCO still rest on original posts and shims that settle over time.
Learn moreSloping or bouncy floors in Edmond?
Structural problems get their own page: pier and beam foundation repair in Edmond covers piers, shims, beams and leveling costs for local homes.
Buying an Older Home in Edmond
When you are under contract on an older Edmond home, the general inspection report often notes only that the crawl space had limited access or showed moisture. That leaves buyers guessing about the real cost. A focused crawl space inspection during your inspection period gives you photos, measurements and a written quote you can bring to repair negotiations with the seller.
We look at the ground cover, the supports, the sill plate, any mold on the joists and the drainage around the outside of the house. If the problem turns out to be small, such as a missing vapor barrier, you will know that too, which keeps a minor issue from derailing a good purchase.
What Affects Crawl Space Repair Costs in Edmond
Crawl spaces under larger Edmond two story homes can run 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft, and size matters more than anything else in the price. A 12 to 20 mil reinforced liner costs $1.50 to $2.50 per sq ft, and full encapsulation at 2,000 sq ft is about $7,500 to $14,000. Drainage on sloped lots adds anywhere from $300 for downspout lines to $3,000 to $9,000 for a full waterproofing project. The written quote is free.
