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.
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 damage. Because they are primarily situated below ground level, the area’s silty loam and silty clay soils, as well a
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One of our contact center representatives will reach out to you to determine your problem and set the best time for one of our certified field inspectors to visit your home.
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Installation of Customized Solutions
Our professional production crew installs patented, American-made solutions in each home with care and strives to leave the area better than we found it.
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.
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 then can 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.
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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Very happy with the work that Tyrone W, Daniel K, & Deaunte A did with my crawl space. They are professional, friendly, organized, &…
Very happy with the work that Tyrone W, Daniel K, & Deaunte A did with my crawl space. They are professional, friendly, organized, & finished ahead of schedule. I was kept informed of each step of the job. Would highly recommend this team.
Great job by the team installing a new drain in the yard. Replacing an 30year old french drain. The team was friendly, timely, and very…
Great job by the team installing a new drain in the yard. Replacing an 30year old french drain. The team was friendly, timely, and very neat with the work. Great work by foreman Jaime Castillo and team Angel Molina and Erick Morales. My back still hurts from watching them move all those rocks.
We called JES when we first moved into our new home and knew water management needed to be done. They were responsive, diligent in their…
We called JES when we first moved into our new home and knew water management needed to be done. They were responsive, diligent in their work and the crew (Osman, Joje, and Roverto) we're all kind, knowledgeable and had great attitudes and always did things right. We highly recommend them if you need work done.
We’d like to thank the JES crew for outstanding work on our house foundation. Manuel Guzman, Arcy, Jose, Cruz and Antonio worked very…
We’d like to thank the JES crew for outstanding work on our house foundation. Manuel Guzman, Arcy, Jose, Cruz and Antonio worked very diligently every day, every detail was explained to us with pictures shown before and after, and everything was perfectly cleaned after completion of the project. Thank you very much! Irina and Bob
Rick Smith provided a very thorough inspection of a foundation/moisture issue which has been plaguing one of the rooms in our home. Rick…
Rick Smith provided a very thorough inspection of a foundation/moisture issue which has been plaguing one of the rooms in our home. Rick spent a total of four hours meticulously examining all aspects of what could possibly be causing the problem. He carefully explained his findings in a way that was comprehensible for individuals who worked outside of the construction industry. Ultimately, he determined that the issue was unrelated specifically to our foundation and provided tips on how to deal with our problem area, despite the fact that this would mean that JES would not be receiving our business. We really appreciated his time, attention, and honesty in finding a solution to our problem, rather than just pushing a product. Rick demonstrated patience and obvious expertise. For future issues that appear to have a foundation nexus, we will return to JES because of our amazing experience with Rick.
I just received a visit from Inspector Andre Williams. I was happy to receive a text message to confirm the arrival time. I also received …
I just received a visit from Inspector Andre Williams. I was happy to receive a text message to confirm the arrival time. I also received an arrival text. This heads up allowed me the opportunity to move my feisty dog to another room. Andre's visit was due to a request I put in for a warning signal that has been repeating for the last week. Andre explained the reason for the signal, and immediately resolved the problem. That definitely put me at ease. Thank you so much Andre. The signal was driving me crazy, but now I feel sanity returning. Wonderful!
Had my annual service completed today. The service technician Ethan Looney was outstanding and explained each step as he was doing it….
Had my annual service completed today. The service technician Ethan Looney was outstanding and explained each step as he was doing it. Ethan provided great customer service. Highly recommend JES.
Jay gave a call 10 minutes before arrival and was on time for for the appointment. He clearly explained the issues related to our project….
Jay gave a call 10 minutes before arrival and was on time for for the appointment. He clearly explained the issues related to our project. I was impressed by his depth of knowledge and thorough approach. Thank you Jay
I contracted with JES to have my Foundation repaired a Sump Pump and a full basement Dehumidifier installed. The onsite foreman Mr. Jaime…
I contracted with JES to have my Foundation repaired a Sump Pump and a full basement Dehumidifier installed. The onsite foreman Mr. Jaime Castillo was timely with keeping to the set work schedule JES provided. The work crew, Mr. Noel Larios, Mr. Erik Morales and Mr. Antonio Canales show strong work ethic in preforming their duties. Mr. Castillo explained each step of the job in layman’s terms as they worked. I myself have the habit of asking the same questions repeatedly and the foreman Mr. Castillo would take his time and re-explain the task as they worked. Mr. Canales was also knowledgeable with helping me understand the Sump Pump drainage process.The clean up was excellent paying attention to every detail.
Abdul Jalloh is a tremendous field inspector. He is professional, courteous and a good communicator. He carefully explained the big scope…
Abdul Jalloh is a tremendous field inspector. He is professional, courteous and a good communicator. He carefully explained the big scope of the job and the details. He continued to answer all my questions to my satisfaction. Abdul has a strong knowledge of the housing and engineering areas of the project. He provided options. Abdul provided the trust factor I needed to have JES perform the work needed. I highly recommend the company and you would benefit from having Abdul as your field inspector.
After considering a number of contractors for our foundation repair, we chose JES. The team included a number of qualified folks, and the …
After considering a number of contractors for our foundation repair, we chose JES. The team included a number of qualified folks, and the onsite team of Jose Rodriquez, Victor Croz, and Nicolas Levano did a great job for the 2 day project. They were prompt, answered questions, and installed 16 steel brackets to reinforce our basement walls. Time will tell, and the job should result in stabilizing the foundation for a very long time. The company obviously has depth, and solid resources to call on when needed. Many thanks to the entire team including those I contracted with, spoke to on the phone, and quizzed on a number of topics for the job.
John F.
Tyrone W., Quandray J., and Antuan T arrived promptly and were friendly, professional, efficient, and meticulous. They left the basement…
Tyrone W., Quandray J., and Antuan T arrived promptly and were friendly, professional, efficient, and meticulous. They left the basement spotless and took the time to explain all of the equipment and make sure I was satisfied. Thanks to a great team doing top notch work!
Jaime was an excellent foreman. He was attentive and very knowledgeable. I would also like to commend Luis, Jose and Eric for a good job….
Jaime was an excellent foreman. He was attentive and very knowledgeable. I would also like to commend Luis, Jose and Eric for a good job. They were professional and careful while working in my basement.
Had Joe York come out for an and he did a very good job. He told me everything that was going on and how JES can fix the issue no problem….
Had Joe York come out for an and he did a very good job. He told me everything that was going on and how JES can fix the issue no problem. Easy and fair!