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    Encapsulation & moisture control by tier
    EP CrawlSeries™

    Encapsulation & moisture control by tier

    A complete crawlspace system in four clear tiers.

    What's the difference between a vapor barrier and encapsulation?
    Do I need a dehumidifier?
    How do tier upgrades change moisture protection?
    What's actually included in every EP package?

    Foundation

    Included in Every EP Crawlspace Package

    These items are standard — not upsells. Every tier gets this foundation.

    • Debris cleanup
    • Vapor barrier seam-taped
    • Wall & pier wrapping
    • Sump assessment
    • Dehumidifier line drained to exterior
    • EP Protection Plan™
    1

    Step 1

    Choose Your Crawlspace Solution

    Select your primary crawlspace need.

    2

    Step 2

    Explore Manufacturers & Colors

    See who builds your crawlspace solution and the finishes available, mapped to our EP tier system.

    Select Your Manufacturer

    Aprilaire

    Aprilaire

    Industry-leading dehumidification.

    GOOD

    EP DryStart™

    Good ($)

    Basic vapor barrier

    • Vapor Barrier — Standard 6-mil poly
    • Sealing — Basic seam taping
    BETTER

    EP DryLine™

    Better ($$)

    Upgraded encapsulation

    • Vapor Barrier — 12-mil reinforced poly
    • Sealing — Comprehensive seam and wall sealing
    BEST
    ★ Most Popular

    EP DryShield™

    Best ($$$)

    Premium encapsulation system

    • Vapor Barrier — 20-mil premium reinforced poly
    • Moisture Control — Commercial-grade dehumidifier
    PREMIER

    EP DryShield Ultra™

    Premier ($$$$)

    Ultimate moisture and climate control

    • Vapor Barrier — 20-mil premium reinforced poly
    • Climate Control — Dehumidifier + insulated walls + drainage
    Santa Fe

    Santa Fe

    Premium crawlspace climate control.

    GOOD

    EP DryStart™

    Good ($)

    Basic vapor barrier

    • Vapor Barrier — Standard 6-mil poly
    • Sealing — Basic seam taping
    BETTER

    EP DryLine™

    Better ($$)

    Upgraded encapsulation

    • Vapor Barrier — 12-mil reinforced poly
    • Sealing — Comprehensive seam and wall sealing
    BEST
    ★ Most Popular

    EP DryShield™

    Best ($$$)

    Premium encapsulation system

    • Vapor Barrier — 20-mil premium reinforced poly
    • Moisture Control — Commercial-grade dehumidifier
    PREMIER

    EP DryShield Ultra™

    Premier ($$$$)

    Ultimate moisture and climate control

    • Vapor Barrier — 20-mil premium reinforced poly
    • Climate Control — Dehumidifier + insulated walls + drainage
    3

    Step 3

    Choose Add-Ons

    Optional upgrades — tap any chip to toggle.

    Cost cue: +$ small · +$$ moderate · +$$$ significant. Final pricing in SmartQuote.

    4

    Step 4

    Compare Packages

    Four package levels — same trusted foundation, more features as you go up.

    GOODGood ($)

    EP DryStart™

    Basic vapor barrier

    Best for

    Budget-friendly moisture control

    System Build

    • Vapor Barrier: Standard 6-mil poly
    • Sealing: Basic seam taping

    🛡 Standard workmanship warranty

    BETTERBetter ($$)

    EP DryLine™

    Upgraded encapsulation

    Best for

    Most homeowners

    System Build

    • Vapor Barrier: 12-mil reinforced poly
    • Sealing: Comprehensive seam and wall sealing

    🛡 Extended performance warranty

    ★ Most Popular
    BESTBest ($$$)

    EP DryShield™

    Premium encapsulation system

    Best for

    Long-term ownership

    System Build

    • Vapor Barrier: 20-mil premium reinforced poly
    • Moisture Control: Commercial-grade dehumidifier

    🛡 Lifetime limited warranty

    PREMIERPremier ($$$$)

    EP DryShield Ultra™

    Ultimate moisture and climate control

    Best for

    Maximum protection and storage space

    System Build

    • Vapor Barrier: 20-mil premium reinforced poly
    • Climate Control: Dehumidifier + insulated walls + drainage

    🛡 Comprehensive lifetime warranty

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    Every feature, every tier — at a glance.

    FeatureEP DryStart™EP DryLine™EP DryShield™ ★EP DryShield Ultra™
    Vapor Barrier6-mil12-mil20-mil20-mil Premium
    SealingBasicComprehensiveAdvancedComplete Envelope
    Dehumidifier

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does encapsulation take?
    Most jobs take 2-4 days depending on size and condition.
    Do you offer financing?
    Yes, flexible options are available.

    Ready to design your crawlspace?

    Continue to SmartQuote with your selections pre-filled, or schedule a free in-home consultation with our crawlspace specialists.

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