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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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Cody did a great job -an excellent representative of JES. He was professional, respective and very affable. Would welcome Cody back to…

Cody did a great job -an excellent representative of JES. He was professional, respective and very affable. Would welcome Cody back to service my house again!

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We've used JES in the Richmond metro area twice in the past five years and have been very pleased with their work on both projects. In…

We've used JES in the Richmond metro area twice in the past five years and have been very pleased with their work on both projects. In November 2019, they installed two push piers under a corner of our mid-1960s house that was sinking and installed a CrawlSeal encapsulation system in the crawl space. In September 2024, they installed a steel I-beam and two engineered jacks in the crawl space under a fireplace hearth that didn't have adequate support. Both projects involved working very close to the residential gas line. In both projects, the work was done very well and completed on schedule. Each employee has been professional, knowledgeable, hard-working, and very pleasant to deal with. On the most recent project, Cameron Flynn, lead jack installer, and John Trak, certified field inspector, were terrific. We trust JES employees and will not hesitate to call on them if we need them in the future.

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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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I had a crew of four (Joey Donahue, Jose and two others). They were the perfect team working together; so professional, Well knowledgeable…

I had a crew of four (Joey Donahue, Jose and two others). They were the perfect team working together; so professional, Well knowledgeable and extremely efficient. They finished a 2 day project in a 9 hour period. I have to say I would ask specifically for this fine team for any project I have?❤️

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We had a lovely free inspection with Chris Routten today. He was scheduled for 90 minutes to diagnose an issue with water leaking in our…

We had a lovely free inspection with Chris Routten today. He was scheduled for 90 minutes to diagnose an issue with water leaking in our basement and we ended up taking 3 hours of his time! He was so thorough, finding some additional weak spots for us. He provided a solution to our current issue, as well as options we were interested to hear regarding some longer term fixes. The most relieving part is he was not super “salesy” – so I felt I could make the right decision for work to do now versus later. Highly recommend.

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Fantastic! We signed on the spot! Jeanne was amazing at answering questions, talking us through each step, showing us our options, and…

Fantastic! We signed on the spot! Jeanne was amazing at answering questions, talking us through each step, showing us our options, and giving us the biggest discount she could. Thank you so much and PLEASE give her a raise!!

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Rudy and his team, including Jose, Ernesto, and Victorino, were incredibly professional, respectful, and clean. They were also very helpful …

Rudy and his team, including Jose, Ernesto, and Victorino, were incredibly professional, respectful, and clean. They were also very helpful and walked me through every step of the work, even though I wasn’t familiar with the process. Everything looks perfectly neat and well done.

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I can't overstate how impressed I am with Andre. His personality, demeanor, intelligence and overall good character made a big impression…

I can't overstate how impressed I am with Andre. His personality, demeanor, intelligence and overall good character made a big impression on me today. He is an excellent representative for JES. He quickly assessed our problem and was extremely helpful. I am grateful to him and JES in general for providing excellent service and products.

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André Williams provided 5 Star service while helping determine the correct mitigation process for my basement.

André Williams provided 5 Star service while helping determine the correct mitigation process for my basement.

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JES and the entire crew (Rudy Gonzalez, Joel Lugo, Jose Garcia, Luis Trejo) did an outstanding job on our foundation and beam support work. …

JES and the entire crew (Rudy Gonzalez, Joel Lugo, Jose Garcia, Luis Trejo) did an outstanding job on our foundation and beam support work. Great crew to work with, very communicative and professional. They kept me informed of progress every step of the way.

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Mike was polite, professional, courteous, conscientious and very respectful!

Mike was polite, professional, courteous, conscientious and very respectful!

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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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JES Foundation repaired my home today. And I am very pleased with the job they did. Jaime Castillo, Edras Aguilera and Joel Larios were…

JES Foundation repaired my home today. And I am very pleased with the job they did. Jaime Castillo, Edras Aguilera and Joel Larios were very professional, courteous and worked diligently getting the job done. And I thank them for their hard work. Sincerely, Harry Walker

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Shannon Martin was amazing to work with, went out of hos way to make sure we knew exactly what we are dealing with in our crawl space!!

Shannon Martin was amazing to work with, went out of hos way to make sure we knew exactly what we are dealing with in our crawl space!!

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Shannon Martin was here today went above and beyond with his explanation of the foundation repairs.He took his time . Very enjoyable person …

Shannon Martin was here today went above and beyond with his explanation of the foundation repairs.He took his time . Very enjoyable person to talk to.He done an excellent job.

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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.

Richard K. von Seelen

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5-8-26 JES representatives DEMETRIUS came to the property to make an installation. He explained what he was doing before and after…

5-8-26 JES representatives DEMETRIUS came to the property to make an installation. He explained what he was doing before and after completing the project. I recommend him because no question was a dumb question to answer. Thank you DEMETRIUS and JES

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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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Omar was the JES representative who did our basement evaluation. He arrived exactly at the appointment time which I appreciated. He was…

Omar was the JES representative who did our basement evaluation. He arrived exactly at the appointment time which I appreciated. He was thorough in his assessment of what was needed to resolve our humidity issues and gave us several options to remedy the problem. He is very professional and knowledgeable and explained the benefits of each option. I recommend speaking with Omar if you have a choice.

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This is for the workers. They were polite, very helpful and they worked so hard getting my house jacked up and secured all with me living…

This is for the workers. They were polite, very helpful and they worked so hard getting my house jacked up and secured all with me living in it. They helped to move stuff around for me, so they could take up floors. I can’t say enough good things about Walter Z. Yzquierdo, Freddy Zavaleta, Walter Zavaleta and the rest of their crew.

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