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Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Northern Virginia

Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia homeowners can protect their crawl spaces and maintain a comfortable indoor climate by repairing or encapsulating their damaged crawl spaces.

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Roanoke Local Office

JES Foundation Repair

2033 Cook Dr.
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 384-4224



Hours of Operation

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

Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation in Northern Virginia

There are numerous advantages to having an encapsulated crawl space for homeowners in Northern Virginia. Crawl space encapsulation is a permanent solution to protect your crawl space from rainwater and other elements. Washington, DC, has deep, well-drained soil, as opposed to the silty loam and expansive clay soil found in Northern Virginia. Year-round rain is common in Northern Virginia, making for a very wet environment. This makes protecting and encapsulating your home’s crawl space very important. JES Foundation Repair can provide you with permanent crawl space encapsulation, as well as other solutions you may need to protect your crawl space. 

Crawl Space Problem Signs in Northern Virginia

It’s critical to be aware of potential problem signs when inspecting the crawl space of your Northern Virginia home. Mold growth, pest infestations, and a buildup of humidity are all signs that your crawl space has been damaged by water. It will save you time and money in the long run if you know the signs of damage to your crawl space. Ignoring the obvious signs of crawl space damage can lead to additional problems that can cost you more than you intended to spend.

Causes of Crawl Space Damage in Northern Virginia

A wide range of factors can cause crawl space damage. Many crawl space problems are caused by the combination of expansive clay and silty loam soil and frequent wet weather in the area, which causes water pressure to press against your crawl space. As a result, water seeps into your basement or crawl space. Some of the other causes, such as an ineffective vapor barrier, are more of a wear-and-tear concern. Your crawl space’s foundation may shift if water collects inside or if the earth shifts due to the unique soil in Northern Virginia.

Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation Solutions in Northern Virginia

Crawl space repair issues can be solved permanently with the help of JES. A crawl space dehumidifier or a full vapor barrier reduces humidity levels in the area. Because of the hot, humid summers and cold, wet winters, the climate in Northern Virginia necessitates appropriate solutions to ensure that the problem is fixed correctly the first time. Contact us today for more information about our crawl space repair and encapsulation services.

Why Choose JES Foundation Repair

Crawl space encapsulation may be your best option for protecting it from abnormal moisture, mold growth, and even standing water if you live in Northern Virginia. Whether you repair or encapsulate your crawl space, JES will inspect it for free and without any obligations. With over 27 years of experience in these areas, you can rest assured that we are well-versed in everything from the silty loam soil to the yearly downpours. In addition, we’ve received more than 3,000 positive reviews and Angie’s List’s “Super Service Award.” You can rely on us when it comes to basement waterproofing in Northern Virginia and the surrounding areas. Contact us today!

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Recently had inspector Cody McCarter out for a maintenance visit. I was able to take advantage of a free checkup offer from JES, having…

Recently had inspector Cody McCarter out for a maintenance visit. I was able to take advantage of a free checkup offer from JES, having had foundation work done four years ago. Cody checked everything and took the time to explain what he found and what he did. Professional, prompt and polite.

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Hello folks, Joshua Clarke is knowledgeable and friendly rep. He is a great rep for representative. I would give them a try.

Hello folks, Joshua Clarke is knowledgeable and friendly rep. He is a great rep for representative. I would give them a try.

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We had the pleasure of working with Jeanne from JES Foundation Repair, and I couldn’t be more impressed. As an inspector and sales…

We had the pleasure of working with Jeanne from JES Foundation Repair, and I couldn’t be more impressed. As an inspector and sales associate, Jeanne’s extensive knowledge was evident from the start. She thoroughly explained everything in a way that was easy to understand, making me feel confident and comfortable throughout the entire process. Her communication skills are exceptional, and she answered all of my questions with patience and clarity. It’s rare to meet someone with such a strong combination of expertise and people skills. I highly recommend Jeanne to anyone in need of foundation services—she truly goes above and beyond!

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JES service call provided by Cesar G, Angel M, Jose D did exceptional work! We are very satisfied with these guys service call to our home! …

JES service call provided by Cesar G, Angel M, Jose D did exceptional work! We are very satisfied with these guys service call to our home! Excellent customer service and excellent work! Highly recommend JES!

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Andre Williams that came out for the annual inspection as top notched tech started with an introduction and discussed the inspection plan….

Andre Williams that came out for the annual inspection as top notched tech started with an introduction and discussed the inspection plan. plus, didn't leave a trace or work after completing the work. definitely a professional service done right.

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Jeanne was knowledgeable, polite, fun, everything you want in a technical sales person.

Jeanne was knowledgeable, polite, fun, everything you want in a technical sales person.

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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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I am very impressed and appreciative of Michael Berger, I learned a lot and he made things simple and easy for me to understand.

I am very impressed and appreciative of Michael Berger, I learned a lot and he made things simple and easy for me to understand.

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JES was amazing, from start to finish. My estimator was thorough and professional, helping me understand what issues he had identified and…

JES was amazing, from start to finish. My estimator was thorough and professional, helping me understand what issues he had identified and how JES would work to remediate it, and helping me work through financing as well. Communication from the scheduling group and the work crews was clear and anticipated my needs; and the teams were on-time, communicating expected and actual arrival. The work crews were a delight to have here. In particular, Tyrone, John, Amir, Kevin, Jackie, and Shai were easy, fun, and kind with one another — all while working extremely hard to tunnel through the worse ice storm this area has seen in 15 years, in order to finish my job on time and precisely as described. They also dug me and my daughter out, when we were stuck in the snow bank on our way to school for the day. That is above and beyond! This is my second time working with JES, and I would hire them again. Highly recommended.

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Wow what an inspection! What started off as a call for a simple concrete slab lift, turned into a full home walk through. Jeanne's…

Wow what an inspection! What started off as a call for a simple concrete slab lift, turned into a full home walk through. Jeanne's explanation of everything was thorough and educational and I was left with a more holistic understanding of my home's foundation and it's issues/solutions. Her expertise on the matter is clearly very valuable and well earned. I look forward to working with her and JES to improve our home!

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Boston Environmental & Contracting Inc. was recommended by Jeane from JES for asbestos mastic removal from my basement and the did a…

Boston Environmental & Contracting Inc. was recommended by Jeane from JES for asbestos mastic removal from my basement and the did a wonderful job, the basement looked great and the tile removed from the steps revealed beautiful wooden steps. I was very happy with their work, turned out better than expected. Mark E. Moore.

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Maynor, Osman and Jose did a great job- communicating well, working hard, doing the job properly and finishing sooner than expected. ??

Maynor, Osman and Jose did a great job- communicating well, working hard, doing the job properly and finishing sooner than expected. ??

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Jeanne was very helpful and provided a detail explanation of what the repairs entailed, show evidence of a preliminary analysis about the…

Jeanne was very helpful and provided a detail explanation of what the repairs entailed, show evidence of a preliminary analysis about the problem, and all the different options to get the repairs done. I highly recommend Jeanne to come to do a preliminary analysis if you see cracks that affect the outside walls or the foundation of your house.

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Andre Williams was an excellent specialist. Very knowledgeable and great to work with!

Andre Williams was an excellent specialist. Very knowledgeable and great to work with!

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Michael Reeves was the best. Very informative and knowledgeable.

Michael Reeves was the best. Very informative and knowledgeable.

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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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Great service. Took less than two hours and the driveway now lines up perfectly with the sidewalk that had sunken down.

Great service. Took less than two hours and the driveway now lines up perfectly with the sidewalk that had sunken down.

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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!

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Today we had the pleasure of meeting Brandon Harriford. He was punctual, friendly and put us to ease. He’s very knowledgeable as well….

Today we had the pleasure of meeting Brandon Harriford. He was punctual, friendly and put us to ease. He’s very knowledgeable as well. He suggested several areas of concern and explained his thinking for his concern. He was not pushy at all and gave us the information so we could talk about it and get back to him. I would highly recommend Brandon from JES Foundation and Repair if you are looking for their services.

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