Quality 1st Basement Systems

Basement Waterproofing, Wells and Pumps, Foundation Repair,

About us

Quality 1st Basement Systems has been helping homeowners improve their homes for over 20 years. We have currently helped over 6,000 homeowners with All Things Basementy by designing effective solutions for their home’s needs. Whether our homeowners are interested in waterproofing a wet basement, fixing cracked foundation walls, insulating their crawl spaces, finishing their basements with mold-resistant materials, and raising concrete slabs, we can help! We’re currently the largest waterproofing company serving both residential and commercial clients in the tri-state area and are continuing to grow. As a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. network and Foundation Supportworks, Inc. network, we have global resources, but provide local service! The Basement Systems network thoroughly trains our employees at the Basement Systems, Inc. corporate headquarters in CT. Our hard work and dedication to our customers have earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and several Super Service Awards from Angie’s List. We service most of New Jersey, all 5 boroughs of New York City and certain parts of Pennsylvania. Thousands of homeowners have experienced the Quality 1st Basement Systems difference. We invite you to do your homework and check out our credentials and compare. Put our experience and integrity to work protecting your investment. Our reputation exceeds all others because of our culture of WOW customer service.

Business highlights

39 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Basement Waterproofing and Basement Finishing, Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation and Insulation, Bilco door replacement, Sump pumps, Dehumidifiers, French drains, Concrete leveling, Vapor barriers for the crawl space and basement, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Insulated wall panels, Flooring, Sub floor matting, Bowing & cracked basement wall repair, Sagging floor repair, Helical & push piers, Support jacks, Humidity & mold control, Concrete leveling, Concrete Raising, Wall Stabilization

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.6289 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
79%
4
7%
3
5%
2
2%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.4
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7

Filter reviews by category

Showing 101-125 of 289 reviews

John M.
12/2014
5.0
plumbing, basement waterproofing, wells
  + 1 more
Great installation was neat professional and reliable!
Description of Work: Installed sump pump and pit, 8 hour job

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

S K O.
10/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
  + 1 more
Work was performed efficiently and with no mess. There have been no issues with performance of the sump pump nor dehumidifier. We now have a dry and odor free basement that we use as an exercise and entertainment area. This is a very professional organization.
Description of Work: Installed french drain, sump pump and dehumidifier system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

PAUL C.
09/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Appointment was made well in advance but I specifically requested Collin...He had been to my home before and had proven to be professional, thorough AND patient! While there he fully inspected all the requested machinery...he didn't rush..he was neat and cleaned up after he was finished..servicing sump pumps can be a messy job! Collin then reviewed all his work and findings...I have been a customer for years and had many Quality 1st service people here...almost all have been top notch but Collin goes to the top of the list...unfortunately some of the other 'top' guys have moved on or up but Collin continued their tradition...very satisfied and will use them without hesitation..and, for the record, I AM NOT related to or have financial interest in this company!! Just a very satisfied customer
Description of Work: Collin arrived almost exactly on time (to the minute)..He explained what he was going to do/service BEFORE starting the work and gave me an approx. cost....his estimate was right on the money! No "surprises"....

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$180

wilfred M.
09/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Provider arrived as scheduled and completed installation within two hours. Workers were neat and cleaned up workplace thoroughly. Very professional job by both salesperson and installers.
Description of Work: Installed sump pump with battery back up in basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,065

Kenny R.
09/2014
5.0
replacement windows, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
This job from start to finish was very professional. I had a problem with old window wells that on heavy wind and rain would allow water to pool up in the wells around the basement windows. Ken Peare - system design specialist was sent out to my house, he understood my concerns and recommended to replace all the window wells with their sealed system. Something i never knew existed, its an enclosure with a clear lid that is attached to the foundation of the house. These new wells completely changed and updated the look of my house. Also the sealant they used between them and the foundation is waterproof so any chance of water getting through them and the new basement windows (which they also installed)...is slim to none. The new wells have a clear lid which allows a good amount of light to come in the basement as opposed to the old metal and weed infested wells...Great Job!!!
Description of Work: Replace basement windows and basement window wells.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Allison O.
08/2014
1.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I had high hopes for quality first waterproofing. I called their office to make an appointment for an estimate, but they couldn't fit me on the schedule for an estimate for over two weeks. After hanging up the phone in frustration, I was able to schedule several other companies within the week. Quality firsts has called me at least 15 times since then and has left nine voicemails on my phone. Their voicemails are very high-pressure and are not appropriate for a reputable business. UPDATE : 9 months after the initial contact with this company, I am STILL continuing to receive voicemails from them. I can't believe it! Never worked with such a high-pressure company!
Description of Work: High pressure sales tactics, difficult to schedule

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Quality 1st Basement Systems
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize that we were not able to find you a sooner appointment than we had available. We did offer you our first available and unfortunately it did not work with your schedule. We did provide the first available appointment that fit with your location and availability. We are the only company in the area that offers Basement Systems products and are the leaders in our industry, which is why there is such a demand for appointments with our company. We did contact you to attempt to schedule an appointment since we were disconnected during your initial phone call. If we hear back from a customer, we are happy to remove them from our follow-up calls, as long as they notify us that they no longer need our services. Basement waterproofing issues only get worse which is why we work so hard to contact potential customers as soon as possible. You have been removed from our follow-up list and hope that you can understand. If you should require an estimate in the future or want an additional proposal to compare to the one's that you have already received, we are happy to help. We really do fantastic work and offer waterproofing solutions that no other contractor in this area can offer. We can set that appointment up for you via email if that is an better method of communication for you. Thank you, Quality 1st Basement Systems

Gloria S.
08/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
They were very professional from the moment we made the call. I found them on google and picked them because they have so many great reviews. They were always quick to respond and punctual for the estimate appointment and service day. They waterproofed all of our crawlspace (1500 sq ft) and added 2 smart pumps and 2 landscape outlets, an air dehumifier, and they covered all around. We did have to provide the electrical outlets for the 2 sump pumps through separate services with other contractors. I have not had to call them for anything yet, but based on their responsiveness since day one I trust they would respond to any issue covered by their lifetime warranty. They were in our home from around 10am to 4pm. They protected the floors for all the equipment they would need to use and the men coming in and out of the house. Victor was one of the men working and communicating with me for any questions I had and he was very detailed and conciderate to let me know everything that was happening. Jeff was the person who was handling all of our appointment dates, estimates, and phone calls and he was also great to work with even tho we did not meet him. All the water and mud are gone, our crawl space now looks and smells great!
Description of Work: Crawl space waterproofing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,465

Kris M.
08/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I'm very happy with the work. Nick Biris was very knowledgable, courteous, and there was no pressure. He focused on how the fix the problems rather than selling. When it came time to do the project, Juan Garcia, the senior foreman, arrived on time and introduced himself right away. He kept me posted on progress throughout the day, and walked me through every part of the work at the end. A team of 5 guys completed the work in one day, working a 8-9 hrs. Without hesitation, I recommend Quality 1st. I'm not hoping for a severe storm, but I feel confident that I won't ever see water in that basement again.
Description of Work: I hired Quality 1st Basement Systems for two projects, one in 2012 at one house and a much larger one in Aug 2014 at another house. The first project involved the installation of two sump pumps and a small amount of water guard (perimeter drain). The second project was much larger, involving the installation of full perimeter drains, trench drain, large sump, CleanSpace (covers walls), and a crawl space overhaul (re-grading, structural jacks, insulation, etc.).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,000

Laura C.
07/2014
5.0
replacement windows, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
Victor Leon and his crew did a fantastic job.
Description of Work: Replaced leaking window well in basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$460

Response from Quality 1st Basement Systems
Thank you for the feedback! We are so happy to have helped. Thank you, Quality 1st Basement Systems

Diane B.
07/2014
3.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I had 3 people come. They were someone that I would never use again. He was such a load of bologna. He acted very professional - he came in a suit and tie with a laptop except that he didn't know what was going on. They were so into impressing people. They are kind of strange because they have a lot of names. I looked them up on the Better Business Bureau and I think they are registered under three different names so that was a little suspicious. For digging the basement, they sent me a 4-color glossy catalog that must have been about 60 pages and some CD and all sorts of crazy stuff about how great they were. This was pre the guy coming to the house. Anybody who calls there to make an appointment for an inspector or the reps, they automatically send you all this stuff and I think it's supposed to overwhelm you with anticipation of their great wonderful company, but it was just overkill. They didn't really do any of it. Anytime we asked the guy, he just pointed to the booklet so what did I need to waste 25 minutes for talking to a salesperson if I got less information out of him than I did their little book. It just sounded strange. They were astronomically expensive. It was a very bad experience and a total waste of time. It wasn't horrible but it was just pointless. Their price was the highest of all people and they were inflexible, not in the price but in what this particular person told me they were going to do. All the information they sent looked professional but it really had no information in it. I would never ever recommend them.
Description of Work: It was to dig a pit in my basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Quality 1st Basement Systems
Good Morning! Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry that the estimate was not to your satisfaction. I hope that we can speak further to ensure that you are satisfied with Quality 1st Basement Systems. I do have a few questions about your review so that I can assist you further in providing you with a better experience. -I am not sure what CD you received in the mail. Our company does send a booklet, but we have never sent a CD to anyone's home. -Do you recall the name of the representative who came to your home? I ask because none of our representatives wear suits or ties. We are very casual and wear Quality 1st clothing. -To clarify the company names, we have separate divisions in our company, which make up the Quality 1st Companies group (Quality 1st Basement Systems (basement waterproofing), Foundation SupportWorks of NJ (foundation repair), Quality 1st Contracting (contracting division) -My records indicate that Kenny T visited your home in October. He is one of our most senior guys and is very knowledgable about our products. I am very surprised that he did not answer your questions; that is not like him at all. He normally has all of the answers. Again, we want to provide each customer with a fantastic experience. I hope that we can speak further and provide you with a better experience. Thank you, Cassandra Santiago

Kandice P.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Kenny was extremely knowledgable and explained in great detail. We felt comfortable with his recommendations. The office staff was very helpful and great customer service. They arrived bright and early very punctual and got right to work. Quality 1st are actually working on it right now! Can't wait to see the finished results!! They finished! Great job left everything clean and explained their work thoroughly. I would definetly recommend Quality first basement systems to anyone who asks!!!
Description of Work: Quality 1st will waterproof our basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,600

rosemary A.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
.Our technician Colin was very professional, thorough and pleasant. We have already scheduled our next visit and have requested that Colin be assigned to our account. We would highly recommend Quality 1 Basement Systems and our technician Colin! Sincerely, Rosemary & Jim Ambrose Staten Island, NY
Description of Work: Tested and cleaned all seven pumps installed in the 3 basement areas.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

robert M.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Quality 1st Basements installed a water proofing system in my home. Im very happy with the service and the completed job , Jesus the foreman was professional and knowledgeable about the job being performed . He answered all the questions i had and i was very pleased . The job was completed in one day and i was very impressed at that , also to be added the house was left nice and clean after they finished thier job . BIg thumbs up to Quality 1st !
Description of Work: My basement waterproofed

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,745

Kathleen G.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Service all sump pumps, cleaned up after
Description of Work: The technician , Collin Peare, was neat, courteous, and performed the service in an efficient manner.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Paolo C.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
The installation was done in one day. They covered the furniture and things with plastic sheets so that it would not get dusty. Installation of the French Drain was efficient and professional. At the end of the installation, they cleaned up the space very well.
Description of Work: Install French Drain in the basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,500

Madhukar S.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
5 out of 5. They were excellent. Sales rep, Jessica Long, was just amazing. The installer was just awesome. They are high-tech. Quality 1st Basement installed French drains and a pump. Honest from day 1. I told Jessica that they didn't test the system afterwards, so she came out herself and tested it. Everything is warranted for 3 years and is currently running fine. I now have a dry basement. I highly recommend this company if you want a dry basement.
Description of Work: They waterproofed my basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,000

Sharon B.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
  + 1 more
The team that came out was lead by Victor. They were very professional and prompt. they thoroughly explained when they were doing and the impact. The wall restoration looks amazing. And the basement is cleaner now than when they arrived!
Description of Work: I was in the process of purchasing a new home and during the buying process, flooding in the basement became a problem. Kenny from Quality was recommended to me. Kenny came out provided a full assessment and gave us the confidence that our flooding issues could effectively be addressed. Directly after the closing, Kenny and team were able to fit us into their busy schedule. Over the course of 3 days, the team placed drains along the perimeter of the basement, installed 2 sump pumps and installed wall restoration.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$17,900

Michele L.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Jesus and his crew were very professional and very neat as well. Jesus surveyed the layout first before beginning the work, he asked a few questions and then they immediately started the work. During the work and especially after completion, Jesus took me around to see all that they had done and to inquire if i had any questions or concerns that he could answer. I would definitely use this company again and will recommend to anyone needing a total basement solution. I researched and interviewed many companies before hiring this one.
Description of Work: installed french drains around perimeter of house, put in waterproofing materials on walls, installed triple safe sump pump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,600

Barbara M.
06/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Crack in front wall of basement sealed with flexispan. No leakage since repair made. Workman were professional and neat.
Description of Work: Sealed wall crack

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Quality 1st Basement Systems
Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your comments and are happy to be of service to you. Give us a call if you need anything else. Thank you, Quality 1st Basement Systems

Sheng Z.
06/2014
3.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
all I want is to have my money back. My review is only based on my experience with the refund, which is part of customer services. I do not comment on their quality of work.
Description of Work: I cancelled the contract in early June, and I was told I would get my deposits refunded. It's been almost a month, and I still haven't got my deposits back.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

$8,500

Response from Quality 1st Basement Systems
Thank you for your comments. We received notification of your cancellation on June 9th at which point we confirmed that we would refund your deposit. We do apologize for the time delay, but there is a process that we must follow for returning checks that does take some time. Our Accounting department did issue a check and mail it to your residence on June 25th which you should receive shortly. If you do not receive the check within the next week, please call the office and ask for Bob directly. Again, we apologize for any inconvenience but hope that you can understand. Thank you, Quality 1st Basement Systems

Mildred T.
06/2014
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
It went very well. It was very good. They were very professional. They did exactly what they were supposed to do. I think that there's a change in the temperature of the room. They were really good. I would recommend them to anyone. It was a little bit more than what we wanted to pay but we paid it anyway.
Description of Work: The only one that I've used is Quality 1st Basement Systems. He waterproofed and insulated our crawlspace. It was freezing cold and they closed up the vents that the crawlspace has.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100

Anne J.
06/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Technician got to site and advised different service than that advised by salesperson. New team arrived and did work courteously and technically well. Only problem was a miscommunication in scheduling but it worked out.
Description of Work: Fixed a leaky wall

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,700

Lori R.
05/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
I was very happy with the experience on the day of installation. The installation team showed up on time and the foreman, Juan, was very professional and answered several questions I had thought of after my initial consultation. The work was done within one day as promised and there was significantly less dust / cleanup than I was expecting afterward. They took care with going in and out of my home and didn't mind explaining the process or the materials being used as they went along. They cleaned up both the basement and my driveway once they were complete. I would not hesitate in recommending them to friends or family.
Description of Work: Installed the WaterGuard system and a new triple sump pump system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,440

Nilesh T.
05/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Great price. They were responsive and professional. I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: Replaced my sump pump. Reconfigured a new discharge line.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

gwen H.
04/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
They were able to solve our basement water issues.
Description of Work: They put in a basement water system in (sump pumps and drain pipes.)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,260

Contact information

359 RT-35, Cliffwood, NJ 07721

http://www.SuperServiceBasements.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
13VH01833300
Trade License Locale
NJ
Trade License Authority
New Jersey: General
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2026

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Basement Waterproofing,
Wells and Pumps,
Foundation Repair,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Basement Remodeling,
Insulation,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Concrete Leveling,
Gutters,
Water & Smoke Damage

FAQ

Quality 1st Basement Systems is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Quality 1st Basement Systems accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Quality 1st Basement Systems offers free project estimates.
Yes, Quality 1st Basement Systems offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Quality 1st Basement Systems does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Quality 1st Basement Systems offers emergency services.
Yes, Quality 1st Basement Systems offers warranties.
Quality 1st Basement Systems offers the following services: Basement Waterproofing and Basement Finishing, Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation and Insulation, Bilco door replacement, Sump pumps, Dehumidifiers, French drains, Concrete leveling, Vapor barriers for the crawl space and basement, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Insulated wall panels, Flooring, Sub floor matting, Bowing & cracked basement wall repair, Sagging floor repair, Helical & push piers, Support jacks, Humidity & mold control, Concrete leveling, Concrete Raising, Wall Stabilization

Contact information

359 RT-35, Cliffwood, NJ 07721

http://www.SuperServiceBasements.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed