Foundation Repair in Baltimore, MD
Foundation issues can be alarming and intimidating, but they need to be fixed as soon as possible. Trust the professionals at JES to permanently stabilize and protect your home.
Baltimore Local Office
JES Foundation Repair
8361 Town Center Ct.
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 873-7979
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 7 am – 11 pm
Saturday: 8 am – 11 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 11 pm
Foundation Repair in Baltimore, MD
Baltimore, MD, is a historic city with a mix of old and new homes. Whether structures were built within the last decade or a century ago, they all have the potential to experience foundation damage. This is largely because of Baltimore’s above-average rainfall and diverse loamy soil. You’ll know your foundation is in trouble if you start to notice various wall cracks, unevenness, and other movement.
Foundation damage is a serious issue that shouldn’t be ignored or repaired on your own. The best way to repair your foundation and ensure its longevity is with professional assistance from your local experts at JES Foundation Repair. We have the experience, expertise, and best permanent solutions to protect your Baltimore home for years to come.
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Foundation Problem Signs in Baltimore
Foundation problems can be complex, but there are signs you can look for inside and outside your Baltimore home to get an idea of your foundation’s condition. These include drywall nail pops, drywall cracks, cracking basement walls, bowing basement walls, uneven floors, and sticking windows and doors throughout your home’s interior. Outside your house, keep an eye out for cracked bricks, cracking and leaning chimneys, and sinking, uneven foundations. When in doubt, contact our experts for a free foundation inspection.
Causes of Foundation Damage in Baltimore
Like many things, foundations can break down over time or may have been built without proper materials or attention. Any number of factors can affect the foundation of your Baltimore home, but the common cause behind most forms of foundation damage lies beneath your home. The soil underneath and surrounding your house needs to provide a stable base for the foundation. Baltimore’s loam soil with varied silty, clay, and gravelly properties can become unstable, especially when contending with the area’s 42 inches of annual rainfall.
Foundation Repair Solutions in Baltimore
Foundation issues can vary greatly depending on the unique structure of your Baltimore home and the extent of any damage that has occurred. In order to address these issues, it’s necessary to implement a repair solution that’s fully customizable to meet your home’s specific needs. At JES, we’re proud to provide a range of versatile repair systems, each designed to target specific problems. Here’s a deeper look into these solutions:
1. Piering Systems
- Helical Piers: These are screw-like supports that are driven into the ground to stabilize and potentially lift sinking or settling foundations. They are often used in situations where the soil condition requires a deeper foundation support.
- Push Piers: Push piers are driven into the ground until they reach a stable soil layer or bedrock. They’re used to lift and stabilize a foundation that’s sinking due to weak or shifting soil.
- Slab Piers: Slab piers are similar to other piers but are specifically designed for homes with a concrete slab foundation. They can help lift and stabilize a slab that is sinking or cracking.
2. Wall Repair Systems
- Wall Anchors: These are installed to stabilize and straighten basement walls that are bowing or cracking due to pressure from the surrounding soil.
- Wall Repair Beams: Steel beams are placed against the wall to prevent further bowing or cracking. They provide additional structural support to your foundation walls.
- Carbon Fiber Supports: Carbon fiber supports are strong and lightweight materials that are adhered to a foundation wall to stop bowing and cracking. They are a more modern and less invasive option for wall reinforcement.
3. Crawl Space Supports
If your home has a crawl space with sagging or bouncing floors above, crawl space supports can be installed. These are adjustable steel posts that can be placed in the crawl space to provide extra support to the above floor, helping to restore it to a level position.
Each of these solutions has its unique advantages and is designed to address specific foundation issues. The choice of repair method will depend on your home’s individual circumstances, the type of foundation you have, and the extent and type of damage present. Our team at JES will guide you in choosing the most appropriate solution for your home’s unique needs.
Why Choose JES Foundation Repair
Baltimore homeowners have trusted JES Foundation Repair with their most significant asset—their home—for almost 30 years. Thousands of homeowners just like you who now have secure and sturdy homes have given us glowing ratings and testimonials. We also take great pride in our Better Business Bureau accreditation and numerous awards, such as the Angi Super Service Award.
Our local inspectors and crews are also highly familiar with Baltimore’s sometimes troublesome soil, damp weather, and how those factors affect buildings’ foundations. You no longer need to tolerate a deteriorating, cracked foundation. Count on our experts to accurately identify your foundation issues and quickly install the best long-term fixes. To schedule your free foundation inspection and repair estimate, contact us right away!
Reviews from our Local Customers
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4 star due to scheduling issues I had and having to call to get the work completed.Joe Crossfield/David Gaskins/Larry and crew were…
4 star due to scheduling issues I had and having to call to get the work completed.Joe Crossfield/David Gaskins/Larry and crew were great.Joe was the sales guy that came out to quote us for the work. He was very polite and was honest about what needed to be done. He didn’t upsell us on any add ons and helped us save a little bit of money by offering alternatives for the encapsulation project.Larry and crew: they came and did the work and did a great job. Cleaned up after themselves and completed the work. Not sure if it was the day or the overwhelming work the crew had, but I felt like I was rushed when I asked questions and felt like an inconvenience when I did asked questions. So I didn’t appreciate that.David Gaskins: was polite and explained how to clean the dehumidifier and all that. Explained what the RH% should be in the crawlspace and showed me how to work the dehumidifier. I originally called because I wanted my encapsulated crawlspace to be at 40% RH but it wasn’t getting there. He explained to me that it is possible for the machine to get down that low but explained the issue that I may have with my foundation and wood beam. He was very honest and did not rush me when I was asking the questions.Cons:-After paying the deposit, I had to give the office a call to schedule my appointment. I would think that they would call me to schedule and get it on the books, but that did not happen.-the scheduler scheduled the encapsulation, but not the electricians subcontractor. You would think that they should schedule the electrician first before the work so that the work is totally complete once the crew comes. I ended up calling the office, getting the phone number to the electricians, and calling the electricians myself to get something scheduled since the office could only email the subcontractor to be put on the books.
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We had our basement waterproofed by the best team of guys working for the JES company. Darrell Grissom, Darrell Matthews and Derrick…
We had our basement waterproofed by the best team of guys working for the JES company. Darrell Grissom, Darrell Matthews and Derrick Copeland. Be safe and keep up the good work!
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Had the pleasure of dealing with Jason Gamse today and he did an excellent job of not only educating us in regards to the work his company…
Had the pleasure of dealing with Jason Gamse today and he did an excellent job of not only educating us in regards to the work his company does but also assisting us in the best process to get what we needed done to our home. He was the third person that came out and the saying “save the best for last” definitely applied to him. After this job is done we will come back for any future work needed for our home and definitely ask for him personally.
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JES installed my sump pump in October 2023. Today (9/25/24) was my annual maintenance appointment to be sure that everything was working…
JES installed my sump pump in October 2023. Today (9/25/24) was my annual maintenance appointment to be sure that everything was working well with it. My technician, Ben, contacted me on 9/24/24 to check in with me on any possible issues that he needed to be made aware of prior to my appointment as well as to confirm my appointment. Very professional and polite. Fast forward to the appointment, Ben arrived on time, once again was very professional. I showed him where it was installed so he could get to work. Unbeknownst to both Ben and I, well there was no power going to the sump pump. That was as easy as flipping a switch on the breaker box. Then, Ben noticed a leak in the piping that was installed when the sump pump was installed. Ben ended up having to cut my drywall in which JES will incur the cost to repair it back. But this was nothing he couldn't handle although he did have to make an unexpected run to Home Depot/Lowes to get the tool needed to cut the pipe. Ben returned in a decent amount of time and got right to work. Ben repaired the pipe, cleaned the sump pump bucket, and ensured everything was working correctly. Towards the end of the appointment, Ben made a few recommendations and ending up finding out that the piping that is coming out of the from of my house that pushes the water out was installed incorrectly and was not was I paid for. Therefore, Ben made a call to his supervisor, Megan Hartman, to put her on notice about this issue as well. Ben assured me that someone from the service department would reach out to me to schedule repairs for the piping outside as well as the wall repair. Overall, I would give Ben a 10/10 and would highly recommend him as your service tech. He made sure to answer any questions I had to the best of his ability, remain professional, kept me informed throughout the whole appt, valued me as a paying customer, and advised me that if I had any further questions after this appt that I shouldn't hesitate to reach out to him. Ben was AWESOME‼
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The team,of Gaston Ellis, Thomas Jackson, and Derek Trask were a delight to get to know and experience their expert talent of work. They…
The team,of Gaston Ellis, Thomas Jackson, and Derek Trask were a delight to get to know and experience their expert talent of work. They worked tirelessly over the course of 3 days to take equipment and supplies to a basement with no outside entrance. They kept my house as free as possible from dust and debris. I would give them a 10+++ if possible.
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JES is a superior company to contract with. Dave, the sales representative, explained each step of the process and the contractors,…
JES is a superior company to contract with. Dave, the sales representative, explained each step of the process and the contractors, Darrell and Ricky did an amazing job.
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JES did an exceptional job! Particularly, Bruce Chase provided great follow-up and clarity. Mike Baines, Chris Robinson, Jesse Frye, Erik…
JES did an exceptional job! Particularly, Bruce Chase provided great follow-up and clarity. Mike Baines, Chris Robinson, Jesse Frye, Erik Hudson, Eric Towns were all exceptional workers and extremely respectful! I would highly recommend them for their service and work completed.
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Andrew is the most professional and efficient employee you have. He was able to remedy all of the problems left by the prior service tech. …
Andrew is the most professional and efficient employee you have. He was able to remedy all of the problems left by the prior service tech. Thank you for taking pride and making things right!!
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Michael kuffour and Joseph Wagner were. Dry timely and professional. Explained what they were doing. Great representatives of JES
Michael kuffour and Joseph Wagner were. Dry timely and professional. Explained what they were doing. Great representatives of JES
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OMG – Fabulous! Daquan A. and Allan B. did a great job, were nice, explained everything, took their time, and meticulous. They even changed …
OMG – Fabulous! Daquan A. and Allan B. did a great job, were nice, explained everything, took their time, and meticulous. They even changed their schedule the day of, to accommodate us. JES knows this business and can assist those that require these types of repairs.
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What a team of hard workers! Bruce C. sat with us for a couple hours to work up a plan and explain the process, Antoine G. and his team…
What a team of hard workers! Bruce C. sat with us for a couple hours to work up a plan and explain the process, Antoine G. and his team Gearld P., Troy G., and Kevin P. were amazing with the installation inside and out! Knocked it out in 2 days and kept the entire work area nice and clean! They walked through the completed work and were very efficient and professional. Would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a foundation company and a healthier home! Thank you! Pat O.
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Dustin, Matthew, and Ricky did a great job installing two sump pumps in our basement. They did a great job walking us through the process,…
Dustin, Matthew, and Ricky did a great job installing two sump pumps in our basement. They did a great job walking us through the process, explaining everything about the pumps and how to maintain them. Highly recommend them.
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David Gaskins was great to work with as our on-site foreman. David was very informative and I like that he sent multiple picture of the…
David Gaskins was great to work with as our on-site foreman. David was very informative and I like that he sent multiple picture of the work performed.
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Very appreciate of the work done to solve water issues in my basement. Antoine Gant, Gerald Peoples, and Troy Griffin did a phenomenal job…
Very appreciate of the work done to solve water issues in my basement. Antoine Gant, Gerald Peoples, and Troy Griffin did a phenomenal job installing a drainage system and pump. Along with the installation work, they also helped clear all the sandbags away from the work area. I’m thankful for their willingness to go above and beyond the scope of the job. It was a huge help. They were tidy, patient, and open to answering any questions I had. After they were done they gave me very specific instructions on how to manage the work area. No complaints at all about the work these gentleman did in my home! Blessings.
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Had cold floors during the winter and wanted this fixed. Michael Berger came out and suggested encapsulating my craw space. Was very…
Had cold floors during the winter and wanted this fixed. Michael Berger came out and suggested encapsulating my craw space. Was very professional and answered all emails immediately. The guys who came out to do the work were very polite and professional. Had 2 separate teams come out and both teams where great. The crawlspace deffinently had its obstacles due to a addition being built previously and hard to get to areas. After the job was done lots of pics were takin so I could see the areas that were hard to get to. This was great because it insured me it was done correctly. The encapsulation looks great and worked well. Had a small coldspot still and was immediately contacted by Sean Wheeler to get this addressed . They came out for free to assure that my issue was addressed and that I was satisfied. Now my floors are warm and it's 25°. Don't be scared to go with the bigger company. JES Foundation is an amazing company and I highly recommend them.
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Foreman David Gaskins was very knowledgable about our problem and was able to repair in very little time. He explained exactly what our…
Foreman David Gaskins was very knowledgable about our problem and was able to repair in very little time. He explained exactly what our problem was and literally took the time to show me what was needed. Very courteous and professional. Thank you David!!!
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Had JES come out and install a box drain. Darrell M. The job supervisor called me early that morning to let me know what time he was coming….
Had JES come out and install a box drain. Darrell M. The job supervisor called me early that morning to let me know what time he was coming. He greeted me and introduced himself and his crew, Ricky J. And Allen B. He told me what he was going to do and asked if I was ok with what he was going to do. They got right to work. When they were finished, he knocked on the door and showed me what he'd done. The job was done beautifully, and the clean-up was too. I'm very pleased with the work. And would use them again
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The following workers listed did a wonderful job. The foreman Santos was great and his assistance Robert, Lucas, Coyt, and Sergio .I would…
The following workers listed did a wonderful job. The foreman Santos was great and his assistance Robert, Lucas, Coyt, and Sergio .I would love to have that team to do my next project. Thanks for your hard work. Ms Zackery
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JES is five star. Our Marina had a waterfront building with foundation issues. JES install push piles. After a year, it was decided the…
JES is five star. Our Marina had a waterfront building with foundation issues. JES install push piles. After a year, it was decided the foundation needed more support and JES made it right! The real judge of a service provider like JES is their follow up and continuing customer service. Five star!
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JES sent Marcelo Flores to do the initial inspection and he helped me understand everything I needed to do to make the solution successful. …
JES sent Marcelo Flores to do the initial inspection and he helped me understand everything I needed to do to make the solution successful. Marcelo even responded to text messages when I had questions later. The installation was done only a few weeks later by Quintin Holthaus, Damien Files, Dante McKenzie, and Eric Townes. These gentlemen discovered that my footer was an unexpected size and they went above and beyond to adapt to this. They were also very positive and polite at all times. They worked well together as a team. I am very impressed with JES and highly recommend them to anyone!
