Basement Waterproofing in Charlottesville, VA
If your Charlottesville home has a basement, it could sustain damage such as flooding, mold growth, and more. Learn what’s behind these issues and how JES can help you repair and protect your basement.
Richmond Local Office
JES Foundation Repair
309 Quarles Rd
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 409-2147
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 7 am – 11 pm
Saturday: 8 am – 11 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 11 pm
Basement Waterproofing in Charlottesville, VA
While most houses throughout Virginia lack basements, Charlottesville in Albemarle County is home to many structures with these below-ground areas. Basements can be used for everything from extra bedroom space to storage, to a state-of-the-art fan cave and beyond. However, they are often problematic and prone to various forms of damage.
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Basement Problem Signs in Charlottesville
Basement problems are not something to take lightly, as they can impact the health and safety of your home and family. Some Water intrusion and other damage in your Charlottesville basement can show up in various ways. The visible presence of water on your basement walls or floor is the most obvious sign that something is wrong. There are other common problem signs you can look for that will let you know your basement needs to be repaired. These include efflorescence (a white, chalky substance on concrete walls or floor), mold, wet drywall, high humidity, musty or unpleasant odors, increased pest activity, and more. Once you notice one or more of these issues, it’s time to contact local basement waterproofing professionals right away.
Causes of Basement Damage in Charlottesville
There are several reasons the aforementioned issues can develop. Some of the most common causes of basement damage include internal leaks from plumbing or appliances, like a faulty sump pump, as well as the clay bowl effect and hydrostatic pressure. The last two causes have to do with the way your home was constructed and how Charlottesville’s wet weather and problematic soils impact your home. Loose, backfilled soil around your basement walls creates an artificial water table that makes it easier for hydrostatic pressure to arise and exert tremendous pressure on the walls. This can then lead to wall cracks and bowing, as well as water intrusion and flooding.
Basement Waterproofing Solutions in Charlottesville
Every house in Charlottesville is unique and will need specific solutions tailored to best fit those repair needs. But some of the most recommended and commonly used basement waterproofing solutions include interior drainage, sump pumps, dehumidifiers, and wall vapor barriers. Every home may need something different, but all of these products make up a comprehensive waterproofing system that ensures water vapor is kept at bay, leaking water is intercepted and promptly removed, and that interior moisture is controlled.
Why Choose JES Foundation Repair
For nearly 30 years, JES has been the preferred basement waterproofing professional in Charlottesville and surrounding areas. Our highly trained and experienced team has lived and worked throughout the area for many years, so they are familiar with the challenges area homeowners face such as the constant rain, expansive soil, and how both impact home safety. Along with our various accolades like the Angi Super Service Award, we have earned positive reviews from thousands of homeowners like you who have trusted us with their most valuable asset, their home.
Don’t let a wet and moldy basement get the best of your home. Contact JES Foundation Repair today to schedule your free inspection and estimate with our friendly and knowledgeable professionals. We have been helping Charlottesville homeowners create safer and healthier homes for many years, and we are ready to help you too.
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I had basement waterproofing done and JES did great work. They started the job on schedule and finished a day early. Roberto Lemus,…
I had basement waterproofing done and JES did great work. They started the job on schedule and finished a day early. Roberto Lemus, Osman Ochoa and Alejandro Vazquez were fantastic. Roberto kept me informed during the entire process. At the end of every day I was given an update and walk thru. They cleaned up when the entire job was finished. They were a great team and should I need JES again, I would be happy to work with this group. Thank you JES for a great job!!! Shirley Tucker
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JES has completed two separate jobs on my home. Recently, we had them encapsulate our crawl space due to excessive moisture and a budding…
JES has completed two separate jobs on my home. Recently, we had them encapsulate our crawl space due to excessive moisture and a budding mold problem. Rudy González expertly conducted an in depth inspection of the area and showed us all the existing and potential issues. He quickly arranged for a quick response team to do our job while the weather was dry. Osman, Alejandro and Roverto worked extremely hard to complete this project in one day. We now have an encapsulated crawl space that can now serve as additional storage. it is super dry and has a humidifier installed to maintain a dry environment. These guys work hard and our very easy to work with. Please note that "encapsulation" is a real "dirty job" but these guys are true professionals.
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Joey was very helpful explaining the solution to our problems. He gave very detailed explanations of what they were going to do to solve…
Joey was very helpful explaining the solution to our problems. He gave very detailed explanations of what they were going to do to solve the issue.
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Mike Burgess was a fantastic inspector . He is professional, very respectful and informative.
Mike Burgess was a fantastic inspector . He is professional, very respectful and informative.
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Hired JES to stabilize our sinking foundation after a very positive site survey with field engineer Skylar Wilson. He explained the repair…
Hired JES to stabilize our sinking foundation after a very positive site survey with field engineer Skylar Wilson. He explained the repair process and guarantee very well and worked with us to develop a logical repair plan. Once the job was scheduled and that date arrived, the install crew of Jaime Castillo, Joel Larios, and Cesar Zafra came and immediately went to work. They were very organized and performed in a very efficient manner. They were patient and provided excellent feedback for my questions of this fascinating process. They maintained a very clean and neat working environment. Skylar: thanks for giving us a great customer experience. Jaime, Joel, Cesar: ¡Eres increíble! ¡Buen trabajo!
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Augustin and Eduardo were excellent and very good to work with. I was impressed by their professionalism.
Augustin and Eduardo were excellent and very good to work with. I was impressed by their professionalism.
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We just had a service call from Andre Williams with JES and he was fantastic. Came out on a Saturday morning and checked our three sump…
We just had a service call from Andre Williams with JES and he was fantastic. Came out on a Saturday morning and checked our three sump pumps. He was professional, thorough and courteous. Great personality as well. Glad he’s part of the JES team.
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I wish I could hire JES to do any and all work we need done at our house! They are knowledgeable, professional, caring, helpful, and on top …
I wish I could hire JES to do any and all work we need done at our house! They are knowledgeable, professional, caring, helpful, and on top of everything. They did awesome work at our house, and we just had the annual inspection done by Andre Williams and he was awesome. He walked us through everything he was inspecting, how everything looked, and answered all our questions. I couldn't recommended JES more
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Jeanne was very professional, curious and thorough on my home assessment. I would recommend.
Jeanne was very professional, curious and thorough on my home assessment. I would recommend.
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Andre W. was awesome! He came out for the annual maintenance check and he was very knowledgeable and helpful. He gave me options, but…
Andre W. was awesome! He came out for the annual maintenance check and he was very knowledgeable and helpful. He gave me options, but didn't try to push anything on me.
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Had a very pleasurable experience with JES and Jay Hyman he came out and was a very experienced inspector of many years ,spent the time to …
Had a very pleasurable experience with JES and Jay Hyman he came out and was a very experienced inspector of many years ,spent the time to explained everything on how I could keep my basement dry and never worry about it again.Can't wait to get my new basement waterproofing . Thanks Jay and JES
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Joe is a great inspector/technician who has explained every little detail of the problem I had along with options to fix it. Thank you very …
Joe is a great inspector/technician who has explained every little detail of the problem I had along with options to fix it. Thank you very much for your help with this!
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We just had our crawl space inspected today by Andre Williams and He was knowledgeable of what he's doing. He made it easier for us to…
We just had our crawl space inspected today by Andre Williams and He was knowledgeable of what he's doing. He made it easier for us to understand what's going on down there. Excellent job! Highly recommended.
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Service technician Andre Williams came and did our annual inspection. He was punctual, professional and had great information.
Service technician Andre Williams came and did our annual inspection. He was punctual, professional and had great information.
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Andre Williams did a great job in his inspection of waterproofing.
Andre Williams did a great job in his inspection of waterproofing.
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Michael Berger was my inspector he was very helpful very professional and very informative. A five star experience!
Michael Berger was my inspector he was very helpful very professional and very informative. A five star experience!
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Scott was very professional and answered all my questions. Very refreshing to have such nice customer service. Thank you.
Scott was very professional and answered all my questions. Very refreshing to have such nice customer service. Thank you.
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Austin & Brian did an amazing job for us, they were friendly & informative & walked us thru every step they did!
Austin & Brian did an amazing job for us, they were friendly & informative & walked us thru every step they did!
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Start to finish the experience was great with JES. Everything was explained clearly and thoroughly during the first home visit. …
Start to finish the experience was great with JES. Everything was explained clearly and thoroughly during the first home visit. Expectations were met with timing and permitting process. Work was done quickly and with minimal interruption. Recommended.
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