Encapsulating your crawl space is simply insulating the walls, using a vapor barrier on the dirt floor, and sealing off vents and outdoor openings to reduce more humid air entering. Properly sealing your crawl space doesn't take any specialized tools or skills (but you may want to invest in some quality knee pads). More @Wikipedia
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