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Is a Cracked Slab Foundation Important?

How important is it to prioritize the foundation repair slab? Does it actually matter that your foundation has a crack in it? Although you may be able to put off some types of home repair, this definitely isn’t one of them. It’s incredibly important that you repair a cracked slab foundation. If you’re wondering why […]

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Why Are You Dealing With a Crack in a Slab Foundation?

Many homeowners wonder why they’re seeing a crack in their slab foundation. What could cause the cracks they’re seeing, especially when these cracks become wide enough that they’re causing genuine concern? There are many reasons you may need concrete slab foundation repair. Here are the most prominent of those reasons. Concrete Shrinkage Concrete inherently shrinks. […]

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How do you fix a crack in a basement floor?

Fixing a crack in a basement floor begins with identifying the underlying cause, as cracks may result from concrete shrinkage, foundation settlement, soil movement, or water intrusion. A professional inspection can determine the source of the crack and recommend the most appropriate repair solution to help protect your home’s stability and reduce the risk of […]

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Can a Cracked Foundation Be Fixed?

The good news is that it is possible to fix a cracked foundation. It can be a difficult process for sure, but if you’re able to schedule an inspection with a foundation repair expert, you can learn more about the problems in your basement or foundation and how you can fix them.

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How Do You Fix a Leaking Foundation?

The best way to fix leaks in your foundation, quite simply, is to consult a foundation repair expert. A cracked foundation leak is very serious, and you should always take it very seriously. A foundation repair expert will know the answer to questions like, “What do foundation cracks look like?” which makes it easier for them […]

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How Do You Know If Your Foundation Has Water Damage?

A cracked foundation leak can be very alarming, especially if you don’t know how to identify these leaks. Your best bet is to look for the secondary signs of water damage, including high indoor humidity, mold and mildew, and other water damage signs. You should also get in contact with a foundation repair expert.

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When Should I Be Worried About Foundation Cracks?

How serious is a cracked foundation? It’s a good idea to worry about home foundation cracks as soon as you start seeing them. You shouldn’t wait until they’re “bad enough” to be an actual problem. If you’re seeing home foundation cracks, including cracked bricks and drywall cracks, you should consider addressing the problem.

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How Can I Fix My Foundation Problem?

Are you already experiencing foundation cracks? Have you had one of these problems happen with your home? If you’re having foundational problems, you need to request a free inspection from JES. With a free inspection, you’ll be able to learn more about what’s actually going on in your foundation. Even if you know some of […]

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Poor Planning

The last type of foundation problem arises simply from poor construction planning. Typically, this doesn’t fall on the homeowner’s shoulders. You probably purchased the house from someone else, not knowing how much planning and thought went into the home’s construction. However, the home’s construction requires a variety of extremely important checks and balances. If the […]

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Weather

From a serious natural disaster to the everyday weather happening around your home, the weather has a significant impact on your home’s health. That includes both whatever’s happening above ground and whatever’s happening below ground as well. You need to pay attention to both halves of the problem. If you’ve recently experienced a weather issue […]

JES Foundation Repair service area map of the Mid-Atlantic region.

Our Locations

Baltimore

8361 Town Center Ct
Nottingham, MD 21236

Fredericksburg

311 Central Rd.
Suite 2-02
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Hampton Roads & NE NC

2569 Quality Ct
Virginia Beach, VA 23454

Northern VA & DC

7940 Gainsford Ct.
Bristow, VA 20136

Richmond

309 Quarles Rd
Ashland, VA 23005

Southwest Virginia / Roanoke

2033 Cook Dr.
Salem, VA 24153

Western Virginia

456 Old Courthouse Rd
Appomattox, VA 24522

Winchester

45 W Boscawen St,
Winchester, VA 22601