Dry-Tek Environmental

It’s not often that a reviewer praises a contractor for what he DIDN’T do. Austin Ireland, the owner and operator of Drytek, didn’t propose spending several thousand dollars on encapsulating my wet crawl space. He said that in my case encapsulation might not be cost effective. You see, my 50 year-old home’s foundation consists of 8”x 8” wood posts, with the foundation’s perimeter enclosed by 1”x 6” boards, slatted to allow for ventilation. The layout of my irregular crawl space posed other installation problems as well. Among other things, insulation panels would need to be installed to form walls in addition to the vapor barrier and a large dehumidifier. Four contractors/salespersons preceded Drytek’s Austin Ireland. One simply said there’s nothing that can be done. Another proposed encapsulating the crawl space from the OUTSIDE, but thankfully never followed up. Another did an evaluation, but never returned my calls. Dryzone wanted $8,500 but offered a pressure tactic $425 discount if I signed a vague contract the same day the salesman came. Later the salesperson said the installation of insulation boards would raise the cost significantly. The salesperson at Dryzone also said he would call back with details, but didn’t. Drytek’s Austin Ireland, on the other hand, took more time than any of the others to carefully examine my crawl space. I crawled with him as he pointed out the condition of my crawl space and the challenges of encapsulation. By this time, my own research had better prepared me to better evaluate proposals. I found him to be knowledgeable, straightforward and honest. I was a highly motivated prospective customer. Last year a HVAC system had been installed with the air handler, electronics, and ductwork in my crawl space. The moisture in the crawl space last summer was degrading the new system. So what did Austin Ireland of Drytek propose? Four centrifugal snail fans joined together by extension cords, placed strategically in the crawl space. These are not exhaust fans to ventilate, but rather air movers like you may have seen in public bathrooms to dry floors. He even showed me what to do, and wouldn’t take any payment for his visit. After investing $400 the next day at Home Depot , I located the fans, connected the extension cords to the receptacles in the fans and waited for the heat and humidity to test Austin Ireland’s theory. It is now six weeks later and we have had three prolonged periods of hot, humid weather during which I have activated the fans. THE CRAWL SPACE HAS STAYED AS DRY AS A BONE. Amazing! The vast majority of wet crawl spaces need to be encapsulated; mine did not. But it took a trustworthy expert whose ethics mattered more than profit to present the best solution for me. Austin Ireland, owner and operator of Drytek, is that person.

Austin and his group were excellent. THey were professional, efficient, always available to discuss and explain all aspects of the job, and cleaned up after themselves HIghly recommend Austin and his whole group. You will not regret it!

Dry-Tek made a 150% improvement to our crawlspace. If you don't want your floor joists and other parts of the crawlspace damaged by humidity, then I would recommend you get an encapsulation, it's much cheaper than repairing the damage. Also, Austin provided us with before and after pictures of our crawlspace once the work was completed. What a difference.

I made 2 appointments with them. The first time they didn't come they said it was because they wrote down the wrong day. The 2nd time they didn't show up either. No call. No show. Very unprofessional.

I felt they were very professional and efficient. They explained the procedure and offered before and after pictures. Very happy with the whole experience

We asked for an estimate. It was difficult to schedule as Austin makes his own schedule, not the call service that answers calls. We were unable to be home when he stopped by to inspect, but we home shortly after the time scheduled. Austin was not around and there was a note on the door that an estimate would be given shortly. After about a week my husband and I each called separately to try and obtain estimate, leaving messages each time. We never received a call back. We are disappointed as we had assumed this would be an easy choice with all 'A' ratings on Angies List.

Dry-Tek performed all services as requested. The quality of the work was excellent and the price was fair.

Crew was courteous-timely-answered all questions, clean up job site.

Workmanship was sub standard from vapor barrier install, access door that leaks every hard rain, electrical wiring. All dehumidifiers are no longer operational and when you call with questions about warranty you receive no callback. Will never use this company again.

Crew was one hair late from original schedule with notification made morning of works. Crew went mighty work and removed all exactly plaster from Cr and space repaired all ares needed and started the encapsulation process which was completed on time. Return trip to repair plaster seams messed in installation.