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Basement Waterproofing in Northern Virginia

Your basement might have issues like mold and moisture that impact the rest of your home. Learn how your Northern Virginia home can benefit from permanent solutions from JES.

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Northern Virginia Local Office

JES Foundation Repair

7940 Gainsford Ct.
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 420-1887



Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday: 7 am – 11 pm
Saturday: 8 am – 11 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 11 pm

Basement Waterproofing Services in Northern Virginia

Maintaining a dry and mold-free basement in Northern Virginia can be challenging due to the area’s cold winters and humid summers. Whether it’s for storage or extra living space, keeping it healthy is crucial for your safety and home’s structural integrity.

While DIY fixes may provide temporary relief, it’s wise to have your home professionally inspected and repaired by experts such as JES Foundation Repair. Our experienced team has the solutions and expertise necessary to ensure your basement remains dry for good. Explore our services below.

Basement Problem Signs in Northern Virginia

Basement problems aren’t just inconvenient — they can put your home and family at risk. It’s important to recognize signs of trouble, and even harder to determine if there’s damage to the foundation. Keep an eye out for leaks, efflorescence, mold, musty smells, and other issues like condensation, humidity, wet drywall, and flooding in your Northern Virginia home. Don’t wait for a small problem to turn into a major hazard. Get the help you need, and contact our team for a free estimate today. We’re here to help ensure your home is safe and sound.

Causes of Basement Damage in Northern Virginia

Basement issues in Northern Virginia are often caused by the region’s clay and silty soil, which can shift or retain water around your foundation. During construction, the soil removed for the foundation is backfilled, creating a clay bowl effect that traps water and forms an artificial water table. This added pressure can lead to cracks, leaks, and bowing walls. Interior issues, such as a faulty sump pump, water heater, or plumbing, can also contribute to the problem. Our team can help diagnose the cause and provide lasting solutions to ensure a safe and dry home.

Basement Waterproofing Solutions in Northern Virginia

Ensure your Northern Virginia basement, and consequently, your entire home, is safeguarded to the best of its ability by enlisting the expertise and equipment of a reliable basement waterproofing team. Following a thorough inspection by JES, viable solutions such as an interior drain, sump pump, dehumidifier, wall vapor barrier, or a combination of these options will be proposed. While each solution brings unique advantages, they collectively function as a comprehensive waterproofing system that guarantees your basement the ultimate protection it deserves. Trust in JES to shield your home from water damage.

Why Choose JES Foundation Repair

JES Foundation Repair has been Northern Virginia homeowners’ go-to resource for basement waterproofing solutions for almost 30 years. We are keenly aware of the challenges residents face due to the area’s variety of unstable silty, clay, and loam soils, as well as constant rainfall and excessive humidity. We have created specialized basement waterproofing solutions to solve these issues and keep your basement permanently dry and protected. In addition, thousands of homeowners like you have given us positive customer feedback, and we have also won numerous awards, like the Angi Super Service Award. 

Nobody should have to put up with a wet, moldy, musty basement. Contact JES to schedule a free basement inspection and repair estimate. The process only takes a few minutes, and your basement and home will be secure for many years to come. 

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I wanted to give a shout out to one of JES's Technicians that serviced my home today. Idriss Kamara is by far one of the best technicians I …

I wanted to give a shout out to one of JES's Technicians that serviced my home today. Idriss Kamara is by far one of the best technicians I have ever encountered in over 30 years of home ownership. He was patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to fully asses the problem. His dedication to providing superior customer service is unmatched. I can tell he truly cares about his job and the customers he services. I will continue to rely on JES Foundations and Idriss Kamara's expert advice for all my foundation needs. Thank you again Idriss for taking such great care of me today and fully addressing the issue.

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Jesse came out when booked, was in contact with me on the way here, was friendly, gave a prompt estimate, and conducted himself…

Jesse came out when booked, was in contact with me on the way here, was friendly, gave a prompt estimate, and conducted himself professionally, including with post-estimate texts.

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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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Service Tech Brandon H cae for my yearly inspection of the wall braces and sump pump. Brandon was ever the orofessional as we reviewed my…

Service Tech Brandon H cae for my yearly inspection of the wall braces and sump pump. Brandon was ever the orofessional as we reviewed my covered services and explained some other options for me to consider for the future. The braces were fine, the in checking the sump pump, we found it needed to be replaced. Brandon thoroughly explained the situation and replaced my sump pump in timely fashion. It was a pleasure meeting and engaging with him.

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The team of Antione G, Troy G, and Gerald P did an outstanding job making sure my nearly 100 year old basement never floods again. They…

The team of Antione G, Troy G, and Gerald P did an outstanding job making sure my nearly 100 year old basement never floods again. They worked hard and long. Answered all my questions. And were careful to clean up before they left as well. Really good people to work with. Respectful and friendly. I’m ALMOST looking forward to the next big downpour! I’d be happy to recommend these guys to anyone!

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Andre Williams came out to understand what was happening in our home. He was personable, respectful and honest. 10/10 recommend

Andre Williams came out to understand what was happening in our home. He was personable, respectful and honest. 10/10 recommend

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Brandon Harriford was professional and helpful. This my second time dealing with JES and could not be more happier.

Brandon Harriford was professional and helpful. This my second time dealing with JES and could not be more happier.

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Proud Customers Michael & Wendi Williams give 5 Thumbs Up to the JES Bristol Crew led by Jaime Castillo, Ernesto Castillo, Milton T….

Proud Customers Michael & Wendi Williams give 5 Thumbs Up to the JES Bristol Crew led by Jaime Castillo, Ernesto Castillo, Milton T. Fernandez and Jose Diaz. Work, Execution and Professionalism at its BEST! THANKS SO MUCH!!

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Certified Field Inspector, Cody McCarter was professional and thorough. Excellent customer service!

Certified Field Inspector, Cody McCarter was professional and thorough. Excellent customer service!

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We had Andre Williams come and check our sump pump for our annual checkup. Not only did he check everything, he informed us that there was …

We had Andre Williams come and check our sump pump for our annual checkup. Not only did he check everything, he informed us that there was still more time on our original service plan (we were under the impression it elapsed this year, not next). He also gave us ideas to alleviate the water flowing from our downspouts into our yard.

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Everything went smoothly from start to finish. Jay Hyman, came right out and identified the problem. He told me what my options were, and…

Everything went smoothly from start to finish. Jay Hyman, came right out and identified the problem. He told me what my options were, and how much everything would cost. A date and time was scheduled for the work to be done. Abdoul and his team came out on the scheduled date and time and did a great job. They were very polite, friendly, and professional. Abdoul welcomed questions and was very knowledgeable. They also cleaned up very well afterwards. I would highly recommend JES Foundation to anyone who needs this type of work done.

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Mike came to carry out the annual inspection of our house to ensure no settlement had occurred since JES had fixed our foundation issues a…

Mike came to carry out the annual inspection of our house to ensure no settlement had occurred since JES had fixed our foundation issues a few years ago. He explained everything very clearly and made sure I could see for myself how the laser showed perfect alignment still. He was very thorough and most personable. I look forward to seeing him again next year.

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Booked an estimate for some work in a crawl space at a home in WV. Rick Smith showed up but was unable to provide an estimate due to…

Booked an estimate for some work in a crawl space at a home in WV. Rick Smith showed up but was unable to provide an estimate due to clearance within the crawl space. He was able to answer a few questions and provide some guidance on how to move forward. It was unfortunate that we were unable to obtain service from this company.

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Bryan Rutherford showed up on time, explained in detail the work he would perform and how long he estimated it would take. Excellent work…

Bryan Rutherford showed up on time, explained in detail the work he would perform and how long he estimated it would take. Excellent work and completed within the time specified. Gerald Woodbridge, VA

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Outstanding company!! Very professional, very reasonable prices, and they do great work! Excellent presentation on the process when they…

Outstanding company!! Very professional, very reasonable prices, and they do great work! Excellent presentation on the process when they came out for the free quote. I really like that they have an internal engineering team at their company that calculates the amount of correction needed for the repairs. The Forman Austin Hicks and Walter Falcon did a great job keeping me updated on their arrival time, explaining what to expect, and making sure I was satisfied before they left. Exceptional company!

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Jeanee was fantastic. She was so thorough and we learned so much more about the issues that we were having. She spent so much time going…

Jeanee was fantastic. She was so thorough and we learned so much more about the issues that we were having. She spent so much time going over everything, I was very impressed.

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Abdul Jalloh did a great job doing the waterproofing work in my basement. Was quick, easy, and not trying to hard sell me. Great experience

Abdul Jalloh did a great job doing the waterproofing work in my basement. Was quick, easy, and not trying to hard sell me. Great experience

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Field inspector Shannon Martin did a fantastic job doing inspection on foundation wall and going over our options with prices.

Field inspector Shannon Martin did a fantastic job doing inspection on foundation wall and going over our options with prices.

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Steven Conlan was our great inspector today. He helped me and my nextdoor neighbor. He helped out with the problem we have been having with …

Steven Conlan was our great inspector today. He helped me and my nextdoor neighbor. He helped out with the problem we have been having with our sidewalks separating from our front stops and sinking. Steve gave us Exceptional service! I highly recommend them.

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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.

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