Get matched with top foundation repair specialists in Laurel, MD

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Oswaldo and his team for a foundation repair project, and I couldn't be more impressed with the service they provided. From the moment they arrived at the job site, Oswaldo displayed exceptional professionalism and expertise. He quickly assessed the areas that needed attention and promptly updated the repair plan to ensure it met the specific requirements of the situation. Despite facing challenging weather conditions—snow and ice melt, followed by heavy rain, and an unexpected flow of water under the house—Oswaldo and his team showcased remarkable perseverance. Their dedication to completing the job, no matter the obstacles, was commendable. Additionally, I appreciated Oswaldo's commitment to communication. He kept me thoroughly updated on the project's progress and any necessary changes, which provided me peace of mind throughout the process. Overall, I highly recommend Oswaldo and his team for any foundation repair needs. Their experti"

"I called JES Foundation Company for a free inspection of my crawl space. I was concerned about a crack in my foundation wall. JES inspector Richard Sheman Showed up to inspect my foundation. He sent a text with the time of his arrival. He was pleasant and on time. He went into my crawlspace and inspected the crack in the wall and stated I had nothing to worry about. He was very knowledgeable about the foundation and itâ  s structure. He explain to me how I could fix the superficial settling crack and save a bunch of money. I appreciate the honesty of the business and I would recommend it to anyone who had the same concerns, and for any of their other services. Ron P Home owner."

"I reached out to this company for a sump pump upgrade and a cracked wall repair. The technician who did my install was very polite and informative. We've had several big storms since my installation was done and I'm happy to say my basement has remained totally dry. I'm very glad I chose this company, I would recommend them to anyone in need of help with their basement!"

"Love this company and the work they do! They repaired a leaking crack in our basement. Work was done quickly and efficiently and we haven't had any issues since! Crew was great! They answered all our questions and gave us peace of mind. Definitely a company you can trust!! THANK YOU BASEMENT SYSTEMS USA!"

"AA action waterproofing was amazing!! Our basement completely flooded and our first estimate for a sump pump repair, a second sump pump installation, and a drainage system the entire perimeter of the basement (109 feet) was ridiculously high and simply not affordable. A friend recommended AA Action and I am so glad we called them. They came out for an estimate within 24 hours and their estimate was much more reasonable. The crew that came out to do the work were trustworthy, friendly and very knowledgeable. They even hauled our carpet away! The fact that they have a lifetime guarantee made choosing them even easier, it shows they stand by their work. I could not be happier with this company!"

"Our foundation was seriously compromised due to water intrusion. Steve responded quickly and gave us an estimate at a great price. He was knowledgeable and informative. Dan and his team repaired our foundation, installed a drainage system and pump, as well as a vapor barrier. Our basement has been dry and free of mold since. The project was completed in a matter of days. I couldn’t believe how quickly they worked. I recommend the gurus to everyone who needs basement repairs. Thank you again!!!"

"Fantastic! Dan (of RPD CORP/Archer Contractors) came out to consult with me about my leaky basement and cracked walls. Dan was knowledgeable, and his understanding of drainage and structural problems gave me comfort in knowing that I have the right group for the project. They installed a drainage system to control storm water, graded the land, and repaired my foundation. His crew came out within 1 week, on schedule, and completed my project in 3 days. They were professional, efficient and exercised care. It'��s been a year since the work was completed and the basement is 100% dry."

"They installed a french drain and pump and installed water proofing on the walls.  Initially I thought some of the workers were not really the best, so I called and a manager came out and was very honest and acknowledged their faults and came out and fixed all the issues.  I was very impressed with this, he was very responsible.  They ended up doing a fantastic job in the end."

Founded in 2004, G&D Construction, LLC is a top leading certified minority-owned company offering concrete and brick masonry work and a full range of remodeling services to our clients. We serve Maryland and Washington DC areas regardless of project size, from modest renovation repairs to large construction. We manage all aspects and phases of each job. We are dedicated to providing high quality services to both residential and commercial organizations as well as governmental agencies. We are composed of experienced people focused on providing quality work at its best. With over 35 years of experience, our founder has the expertise and is capable of ensuring each job performed meets excellent, top quality work. Moreover, our employees work hard to solve problems and overcome obstacles that may interfere with our expectations.\nAs a result, word of mouth from satisfied customers provides us with excellent references because of our customers’ great experience with our company.\n\nCertified Minority Owned Business by MDOT\nSmall Disadvantaged Business- SBA Certified \nOver 30 years of experience\nLicensed by Maryland Home Improvement and District of Columbia Home Improvement Commissions\nHolds General Liability & Workers Compensation Insurance Policies\nNumber of Employees: 15\nFinancing: Available \nOpen Weekdays and Weekends\nServes entire Metropolitan Area: Maryland and District of Columbia\nServes Residential. Commercial and Governmental Work

"I worked through Dave Arias who was prompt in contacting me and scheduling an appointment to discuss my concerns and my thoughts about what needed to be done.  Dave took the time to walk around the house with me and made the appropriate measurements, and provided me with a thorough written estimate on the spot.  I also contacted a general contractor we had used in the past -- more about that later.  
A short while later, I contacted Dave Arias directly to schedule the work and we set the date for 1 July -- he assured me the entire project would take no more than 2 days, but he scheduled us for three days in the event of rain.  
On 1 July, Dave's crew arrived at approximately 9:00 a.m. and Dave came shortly thereafter to make sure the foreman knew everything that had to be done.  In short order, the crew went to work -- first removing a tall Holly Bush that we had discussed and simultaneously starting to dig down to the base of our home's foundation..  
The crew was nothing short of amazing!  In 100 degree heat, these men manually dug to the very footers of our foundation -- to use a machine would greatly risk damaging the foundation so this kind of work must be done manually.  By the end of the day, they managed to dig a trench approximately 12 - 14 feet deep and at least 45 feet long and additional trenches adjacent to our front porch (2 - 3 feet deep) and for an addition to the house (also 2 - 3 feet deep - the addition does not have a basement).  Before leaving for the day, they had repaired all cracks using hydraulic cement and sealed the entire foundation with a solid coating of the black, tar-like sealant.  
During this first day, they also hand dug a trench that ran from the top of our lawn to and under our sidewalk and they cut through the curb, installed the appropriate drainage pipes, and then rebuilt the section of curb they had removed.  
The next morning, the crew installed a membrane against the foundation that reached over the footers (essential to keeping water from seeping in at the bottom) and then began the process of filling the trench back in.  With every foot or so of earth they used a mechanical tamper to ensure the earth was well packed.  
In addition to the membrane that was installed against our foundation, DES also installed a second membrane that will serve as an awning to ensure water is directed away from the foundation.  
Once the trench was filled in, the crew dug two shallow trenches and installed the French drains, one of which was covered with stones and the other with sod (due to the location).  Both French drains were connected to a pipe running through the curb and the front gutter downspout was connected to a second pipe running through the curb.  A second downspout pipe was extended in our backyard.  
When the work was completed, the crew installed sod and put down mulch. leaving the job site clean and tidy.  
Overall, they did an amazing job and I am confident that any seepage problems we may have had will be corrected by their work.  I specifically chose DES as they typically recommend exterior foundation work and landscape adjustments to stop water leakage into a home.  Most companies want to sell homeowners internal French drains and an accompanying sump pump, for which they have to jackhammer out the edges of the cement slab -- a dusty and noisy job that isn't very appealing if you have a finished basement.  This kind of job assumes water will continue to leak through the foundation so the problem is not really being corrected and continued leakage will eventually weaken any foundation and it can still lead to mold problems.  
The price of the work was more expensive than a general contractor we had used in the past for a smaller repair inside our master bathroom.  After two visits, the GC gave me a price, but I had no written estimate.  When I asked about running pipes under the sidewalk I was told there may be rebar underneath and they would have to break up the sidewalk.  When I explained that I could not give them permisison to break up the sidewalk and they would need to get the appropriate permits I was told I should get the permits.  The GC then suggested sinking a well into my front lawn into which the drainage pipes would run and from which water would then leech out, an unsatisfactory solution since most of our yard is clay and there would be no place for the water to drain during the strong rains we seem to get with greater frequency.  When I asked about moving our AC compressor they told me they would work around it and not move it, which I felt posed the risk of having the trench collapse and the AC compressor falling in, damaging our foundation, and taking out our AC compressor.  DES had an HVAC company come in and disconnect the AC compressor and the same company returned to reconnect it after the workmen put it back in place.  
The GC was less expensive, but I didn't care for the attitude they gave me when I insisted they go under the sidewalk and break through the curg, which for DES is a pretty standard effort.  I was also none too pleased about being told to get the permits myself or that our compressor would not be moved.  
DES also created a swale to give a drainage route for surface water.  
DES went to some extra lengths for us - they corrected a few connections to two downspouts and they traced a downspout and dug into the earth so I could see where the water exited.  This extra effort allowed me to see this particular drainage point for the first time since I bought the house.  As the drainage pipe was simply left underground and has long been clogged with mud the gutter was probably rendered useless for all these years.  DES did this at no extra charge.  
Dave Arias and his crew did a fine job for us.  We may have gone overboard with the work that we had done as I never saw anything more than minor signs that we were getting a small amount of seepage, but I am confident that this problem has been corrected and we will have the peace of mind that our foundation is well protected.  Other foundation walls are blocked by a front porch and an addition to our house that doesn't have a basement so we're not worried about those walls.  
Overall, the work appeared to be extremely well done.  Just as Dave said, the entire effort was a two-day job and because it was outside work there was no disturbance and minimal noise.    In the end, we have a 5-year warranty on the work and a 20-year warranty on protection from any future seepage.  
In the end, it was excellent service.  Dave Arias never once failed to respond to a phone call or a text message.  When we had a problem with our AC compressor  not being hooked back up the day work was completed, Dave did his level best to get a hold of the HVAC company.  They came to the house first thing the next morning and when there appeared to be a problem later the same day, Dave was right on top of it.  
I would easily recommend DES and Dave Arias to anyone who is experiencing water in the basement.  Excellent, excellent service!! 

"