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Foundation & Crawl Space Repair in Northern Virginia

The structural soundness of your home’s foundation is crucial. Keep a look out for different foundation issues and trust their repairs to the experienced team at 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

Foundation Repair in Northern Virginia


Your home’s foundation serves as the backbone, supporting not only the structure but everything it encompasses, including your family. It’s essential to remain vigilant for signs like wall cracks and sinking foundations, as these are clear indicators of potential problems. Ignoring them won’t make them disappear – foundation issues tend to worsen over time, posing a potential threat to your home and family.

Yet, there’s no need for panic. Our team of seasoned professionals at JES Foundation Repair is equipped to provide a comprehensive foundation assessment and reliable long-term solutions. We’re dedicated to ensuring the security of homes across Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia, helping restore your foundation’s integrity and put your mind at ease.

Foundation Problem Signs in Northern Virginia

Numerous problem signs with the foundation of your home in Washington, DC, or Northern Virginia may arise over time. Basement wall cracks and bowing basement walls are indicators that the foundation of your home is giving way to hydrostatic pressure. You’ll notice drywall cracks, drywall nail pops, and sticking doors and windows if your foundation is settling. Additionally, uneven floors and leaning chimneys are further warning signs to be aware of. Contact our foundation repair specialists for a free inspection and repair estimate as soon as you notice any of these problems to prevent them from getting worse.

Causes of Foundation Damage in Northern Virginia


While it’s true that poor construction can lead to foundation issues, the most prevalent causes of foundation damage usually stem from the soil on which your home stands. The soil variety throughout the Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia region is vast, comprising silt loam, clay, and sandy loam. Each soil type interacts differently with the environment and structural foundations.

  • Silt Loam: This type of soil has a silky texture when moist and is often rich in nutrients. However, it is prone to compaction and may lack proper drainage, leading to water retention that can exert pressure on your home’s foundation.
  • Clay: This dense soil type is notorious for its high water retention ability. The retained water can cause the clay to expand, resulting in increased hydrostatic pressure on your foundation. This pressure can cause cracking and bowing of foundation walls over time.
  • Sandy Loam: On the contrary, sandy loam soils are well-drained. This means they do not retain much water, which can be beneficial for the stability of your foundation. However, they are also prone to shifting, which could potentially lead to uneven settling.

It’s crucial to understand that your home’s foundation integrity is not entirely dependent on the soil type. Other factors like the terrain, climate, and proper construction techniques also play a significant role. Nonetheless, soil type is a key variable in predicting potential foundation issues, and understanding your soil can help mitigate future problems.

Foundation Repair Solutions in Northern Virginia

No two homes or foundations in Northern Virginia are identical, and each will require its own personalized set of repairs. We take pride in providing a diverse array of made-in-America solutions, each backed by a national, long-term, transferrable warranty. Here’s a brief rundown of the potential solutions that your JES inspector might recommend after a free foundation inspection:

  1. Settling Issues: If your home’s foundation is settling, or sinking into the ground, our experts might suggest the use of helical piers, push piers, or slab piers. These are types of foundation supports that are installed in the ground to bear the weight of your home, helping to stabilize and potentially lift the foundation back to its original position.
  2. Cracking and Bowing Walls: If the walls of your home are cracking or bowing inward, it’s usually a sign of excessive pressure from the surrounding soil. In these cases, our specialists might recommend wall anchors or wall repair beams to provide lateral support. Alternatively, they might suggest carbon fiber reinforcing straps, which are strong and thin materials adhered to the wall to prevent further bowing and cracking.
  3. Sagging Floors and Floor Joists: If the floors in your home are sagging or bouncing, or if you’ve noticed that your floor joists in the crawl space are weakening or failing, the solution could be crawl space support posts. These are adjustable steel posts installed in the crawl space underneath your home to provide extra support and help restore sagging floor joists to their original position.

Each of these solutions addresses a specific problem related to foundation issues. The suitable solution for your home will depend on the type of foundation problem you’re experiencing, the severity of the issue, and the specific conditions of your home and property. That’s why our free foundation inspection is so important—it allows us to tailor the right solution to your home’s unique needs.

Why Choose JES Foundation Repair

For almost 30 years, homeowners in Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia have trusted JES Foundation Repair to care for their most important asset—their home. Our inspectors and crews are knowledgeable about the region’s problematic soils, frequent wet weather, and how these factors affect home foundations. In addition, we have reviews from thousands of happy customers, are BBB-accredited, and have earned numerous recognitions like the Angi Super Service Award. 

Stop the deterioration of your Washington, DC, or Northern Virginia home’s foundation today. Have it fixed and permanently protected by our skilled specialists. To schedule your free foundation inspection and repair estimate, contact us immediately. 

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Service performed by Mike. Replaced dehumidifier and cleaned up leaked water.

Service performed by Mike. Replaced dehumidifier and cleaned up leaked water.

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I rarely write reviews but I just had to rave about Ajeet Ryatt of JES Foundation. I'm experiencing interior cracking and was afraid there …

I rarely write reviews but I just had to rave about Ajeet Ryatt of JES Foundation. I'm experiencing interior cracking and was afraid there was a foundation issue. From the moment he arrived Ajeet was the model of professionalism. He explained the evaluation process and answered all of my questions. Thankfully, my issue was not related to the foundation. Of course I would never wish foundation issues on anyone but in the event you need foundation repair, I highly recommend JES and Ajeet.

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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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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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Andre Williams showed up on time and was professional. He even explained how all of my systems functions.

Andre Williams showed up on time and was professional. He even explained how all of my systems functions.

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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!

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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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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.

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Andre was great! He was very thorough with inspecting everything JES installed. He addressed all my questions. Andre is awesome!!

Andre was great! He was very thorough with inspecting everything JES installed. He addressed all my questions. Andre is awesome!!

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I was very impressed with Andre Williams as my service technician. He was prompt and professional and spent time talking with me and…

I was very impressed with Andre Williams as my service technician. He was prompt and professional and spent time talking with me and explaining what he was looking at and telling me about it. He was great to talk with and a nice guy.

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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!

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Andre Williams was on time very knowledgeable at his job. Excellent customer service advised me of other things that were needed to improve …

Andre Williams was on time very knowledgeable at his job. Excellent customer service advised me of other things that were needed to improve the air quality in my home. The foundation of my home front porch and explained the importance of the stability of my home and the service call for my Sup pump system was thoroughly inspected and checked and everything is good. Andre is excellent at his job and I greatly appreciated his willingness to help and improve the foundation of my home. I greatly appreciate Andre for helping my family and I and look forward to having him to provide other services to our home. Thank you Karen Estes

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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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JES Rep., Andre Williams, was ontime, polite, friendly and had excellent customer service. He answered some questions I had about the…

JES Rep., Andre Williams, was ontime, polite, friendly and had excellent customer service. He answered some questions I had about the battery and cleaned up any mess he made.

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Andre Williams came out to my house and could not have been more wonderful. He was respectful and explained everything.

Andre Williams came out to my house and could not have been more wonderful. He was respectful and explained everything.

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Rudy Gonzalez,Jose Reyes,and LuisFernando-Palma were a great team that worked on our house. They arrived promptly everyday ready for work,…

Rudy Gonzalez,Jose Reyes,and LuisFernando-Palma were a great team that worked on our house. They arrived promptly everyday ready for work, were very professional, explained each step along the way, and cleaned up before they left. Kudos to the A-team! We already notice a difference in the house! Thanks Rudy, Jose, and Luis. You guys have made us feel safe!

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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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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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He was very professional and polite.

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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