Local Crawl Space and Foundation Waterproofing and Repair Services in Newport News, VA
It doesn't matter if your home experiences flooding during extended rains or you've got large cracks in the foundation, you know this can be a real problem. Our team is here to provide assistance when you've got any type of crawl space moisture, sinking foundation, or buckling basement wall problem. We use products that we've tested and methods that we've perfected over the years that we stand behind. We have a team of professionals in the Newport News area that are trained to properly investigate your home and evaluate your problem to design a unique solution for your problem that will keep your home safe and protected. When our team implements a crawl space waterproofing system or a repair solution, it is supported by years of experience and trusted products.
It is critical that once you've seen an issue with your crawl space or foundation that you reach out to an experienced repair company. We recommend this due to there are some potentially dangerous issues that will accompany these issues such as mildew, structural damage, and even permanent foundation damage. No matter if you are in need of our foundation repair services to stop cracks from growing in the foundation, or crawl space services to control mildew growth in the crawl space, our professionals are here to help you.
Crawl Space Solutions
In Newport News, many of the homes were built with crawl space areas and not basements. For many years, they were built with open vents which was intended to increase air flow into the area and keep it dry. Unfortunately, the opposite is usually what happens. The vents allow water to get in during rain and snow storms and then it never leaves which causes the humidity levels to stay high which can harbor the growth of mildew. We have found that up to ½ of the air in your home enters through the crawl space so ensuring this area is protected from the outside and controlling excess humidity will improve the overall air quality in your home.
JB Design has been working with crawl spaces since we opened our doors and we know the proper way to close them off and control the humidity. We do this using a method known as encapsulation which is the installation of a thick liner or vapor barrier, occasionally installed with insulation products, and are strong plastic and vinyl sheets as well as covers to close off existing vents and a sturdy door that will close off the area completely and stop any unwanted moisture from entering. This will also stop pests and animals from getting in your crawl space which will help keep any appliances there safe and allow you to use it for storage. Once the crawl space is encapsulated, if you need it we will install a system of sagging floor jacks to repair sinking floors in your home.
Structural Foundation Repair
The homes foundation is quite possibly one of the most important parts. It not only holds the building itself but it also forms the basement walls. When you've got foundation problems, usually, they will manifest themselves in the form of stair stepping cracks in the outside brickwork, horizontal cracks that run along the foundation or along the basement walls. Sometimes, you will see that the windows and doors will not open or close easily or there may be cracks at the corners of them. You may not think these issues seem critical at first, each of them are indicators of a sinking or settling foundation which should be looked at by a professional for specific problems to determine what type of a repair needs to be performed.
It is good that the most common foundation problems are caused by similar things and our experts are very good at tracking down these issues. We can utilize a repair product designed for your specific problem to permanently repair and stabilize the foundation. If you've got a sinking foundation, we will implement a system of foundation piers to level the foundation. The location and amount of sinking will determine if we use helical or push piers. Both types are very strong and can help stabilize your foundation.
Contact Us
If you are interested in any of the products above, don't hesitate to fill out the form on our contact us page or give us a call at 757-367-5924 and schedule a meeting with one of our experts.