Crawl Space Sump Pump Installation

Dealing with water in your crawl space is a distressing experience for any homeowner. However, if unresolved, your home will face issues like mold growth, structural damage, and compromised indoor air quality, which affects your home and family. The best defense is a reliable crawl space sump pump.

Many crawl spaces lack essential waterproofing measures such as sump pumps, but this issue can be resolved. You don’t have to handle it alone—trust experienced local professionals like JES Foundation Repair with the project.

If you’re in Virginia, Washington, DC, Maryland, or another area we serve, benefit from our 30+ years of experience in crawl space encapsulation. Our comprehensive approach protects your crawl space, home, and family permanently.

A sump pump is installed in the lowest part of your crawl space and acts as the central point for collecting and actively removing water.

This system is vital for controlling excess moisture and preventing water damage. It keeps the area dry and prevents flooding, mold growth, and pest infestations.

By choosing JES Foundation Repair for crawl space sump pump installation, you benefit from a comprehensive moisture control strategy—including effective drainage, dehumidification, and encapsulation. This process ensures a dry, healthy living space.

• Persistent musty smells hinting at possible mold development 
• Increased humidity levels inside your home 
• Signs of pest infestations 
• Sagging floors 
• Deteriorating crawl space insulation 
• Water accumulation or flooding in the crawl space

• Eliminates standing water
• Controls humidity, reducing mold risks
• Improves indoor air quality
• Protects structural integrity
• Enhances energy efficiency
• Promotes a healthier living environment

• Seal vents and replace access doors if necessary 
• Install crawl space drainage in the dirt floor 
• Place the sump pump in the lowest point
• Lay drainage matting on the crawl space floor

• Affix insulation panels to the crawl space walls 
• Encapsulate the crawl space with a vapor barrier 
• Install an energy-efficient dehumidifier 
• Schedule regular maintenance checks

• Determine the lowest point in the crawl space 
• Dig a pit for the sump basin at the lowest point 
• Place pumps and other components in the sump liner 
• Link interior drainage channels to the sump pump 
• Set up interior sump pump discharge pipes

• Route discharge pipes through the crawl space wall 
• Lay exterior discharge pipes underground 
• Install an electrical hookup for the sump pump 
• Add a backup battery for the sump pump as required 
• Secure an airtight lid on the sump basin 

• Long-lasting cast iron pumps 
• Quiet operation 
• Water level alert systems 
• Secure, airtight covers

• Multilayer protection 
• Compatibility with additional systems 
• Backup options for power failures 
• Comprehensive, transferable warranties 

A damp crawl space impacts your home and your family’s well-being, but our trusted waterproofing and encapsulation solutions ensure lasting home protection. JES Foundation Repair offers proprietary products and services, providing unmatched comprehensive protection. 

Our specialists design custom solutions to keep your home dry, clean, and safe. Do you reside in Virginia, Washington, DC, Maryland, or parts of North Carolina or West Virginia? Choose JES Foundation Repair for superior crawl space services. Contact us now to schedule a free inspection and to address your crawl space issues.