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Exterior Waterproofing Experts

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Exterior Waterproofing Experts

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28 years of experience

Exterior Waterproofing Experts is a Class A General Contractor in the state of Virginia since 1997. Our service protects your home against wet basements, water leaks, flooding, water seepage, foundation leaking, and wall seepage. We have been doing subcontract grading and drainage work for many years. We have completed many waterproofing contracts for residents of Fairfax County, including: Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, McLean, Great Falls, Potomac, and Vienna, Virginia (VA). We are now offering to work directly for clients, passing the savings on to the homeowners. It is our belief that water problems are best solved from the outside before water gets into your home.

"My basement had mold and evidence of water damage in July/August, and I was referred to Exterior Waterproofing Experts. The majority of the mold was on the side of my house, but the salesperson made a strong pitch about the need to waterproof the front of my home by digging up the garden down to the foundation. My wife was largely convinced, so we went ahead with the $8000 project. Six months later, the insulation behind the waterproofed front of the house is sopping wet. When the salesperson came back to my home to take a look, his explanation was that the water probably came up through the floor. His words were along the lines of "99% of the time the water comes up through the front." At this point, I feel like I have an expensive solution to a problem I didn't really have."

Ben W on March 2021

Exterior Waterproofing Experts is a Class A General Contractor in the state of Virginia since 1997. Our service protects your home against wet basements, water leaks, flooding, water seepage, foundation leaking, and wall seepage. We have been doing subcontract grading and drainage work for many years. We have completed many waterproofing contracts for residents of Fairfax County, including: Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, McLean, Great Falls, Potomac, and Vienna, Virginia (VA). We are now offering to work directly for clients, passing the savings on to the homeowners. It is our belief that water problems are best solved from the outside before water gets into your home.

"My basement had mold and evidence of water damage in July/August, and I was referred to Exterior Waterproofing Experts. The majority of the mold was on the side of my house, but the salesperson made a strong pitch about the need to waterproof the front of my home by digging up the garden down to the foundation. My wife was largely convinced, so we went ahead with the $8000 project. Six months later, the insulation behind the waterproofed front of the house is sopping wet. When the salesperson came back to my home to take a look, his explanation was that the water probably came up through the floor. His words were along the lines of "99% of the time the water comes up through the front." At this point, I feel like I have an expensive solution to a problem I didn't really have."

Ben W on March 2021


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JES Foundation Repair

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JES Foundation Repair

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32 years of experience
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Established in 1993, JES stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Virginia and Maryland, we bring our local expertise closer to you. JES proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At JES, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! 410516000653 (DC) | 50637 (MD) | WV027473 (WV)

"JES was very professional and easy to work with from the beginning to the end of our basement project. Eric was very knowledgeable, and exceedingly helpful in answering our questions and making us feel comfortable with the choices we made. The crew that did the work were quick, clean, and extremely efficient. We were very happy with everything they did!"

Andrea M on October 2025

Established in 1993, JES stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Virginia and Maryland, we bring our local expertise closer to you. JES proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At JES, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! 410516000653 (DC) | 50637 (MD) | WV027473 (WV)

"JES was very professional and easy to work with from the beginning to the end of our basement project. Eric was very knowledgeable, and exceedingly helpful in answering our questions and making us feel comfortable with the choices we made. The crew that did the work were quick, clean, and extremely efficient. We were very happy with everything they did!"

Andrea M on October 2025


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P&R Property Solutions, LLC

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P&R Property Solutions, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

An Engineer owned & led Class A Construction Company *Foundation Repairs - We repair foundations that have cracked, been damaged by water or settled poorly. *Structural Modifications & Repairs - We reinforce the structural integrity of buildings and rearrange structures like basements, sled or foundation walls. *Residential Construction & Remodeling - New home construction, home expansion and remodeling.

"Fantastic engineering, superb work with outstanding finished product. HIGHLY RECOMMEND P&R Solutions"

Stephen M on March 2024

An Engineer owned & led Class A Construction Company *Foundation Repairs - We repair foundations that have cracked, been damaged by water or settled poorly. *Structural Modifications & Repairs - We reinforce the structural integrity of buildings and rearrange structures like basements, sled or foundation walls. *Residential Construction & Remodeling - New home construction, home expansion and remodeling.

"Fantastic engineering, superb work with outstanding finished product. HIGHLY RECOMMEND P&R Solutions"

Stephen M on March 2024


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Lopez Architecture

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Lopez Architecture

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4 years of experience

Free Phone calls | $100 per home visit. Pablo Lopez is a licensed architect here in Springfield, VA who has a full time job as an architect. During my free time, I give architecture advice to homeowners who are looking to do any kind of renovations in their Northerm Virginia home. Bathrooms, kitchens, basements, living areas, small/large areas, corners, open concepts, furniture and landscaping. I help homeowners bring up the best of their homes with the least amount of investment. I understand the dificulties of overtaking renovations. Not only the economical burden but also the amount of time and energy required. I really want to help you make the most out of your budget and resources. So you can improve your home without breaking the bank. Together, we will look for all the options and will help you find the most cost-effective project that is right for you. I will also help you find the contractors in your area that will get the job done for you, in the time and money that works best for you. Please, call me for a free consultation. I am looking forward to hearing from you.

Free Phone calls | $100 per home visit. Pablo Lopez is a licensed architect here in Springfield, VA who has a full time job as an architect. During my free time, I give architecture advice to homeowners who are looking to do any kind of renovations in their Northerm Virginia home. Bathrooms, kitchens, basements, living areas, small/large areas, corners, open concepts, furniture and landscaping. I help homeowners bring up the best of their homes with the least amount of investment. I understand the dificulties of overtaking renovations. Not only the economical burden but also the amount of time and energy required. I really want to help you make the most out of your budget and resources. So you can improve your home without breaking the bank. Together, we will look for all the options and will help you find the most cost-effective project that is right for you. I will also help you find the contractors in your area that will get the job done for you, in the time and money that works best for you. Please, call me for a free consultation. I am looking forward to hearing from you.


MT Engineering Services

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MT Engineering Services

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Our engineering firm specializes in providing professional Civil Engineering services in both the public and private sectors for construction and development projects including Geotechnical Eng., Pavement Eng., and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection. MTES provides tailored geotechnical exploration and investigation services to our clients designed to fit the need and scope Our services include: Geotechnical Investigations Foundation inspection and repair Deep Foundation Design for Bridges, High-Rises, and other Structures Slope Stability Analyses Geotechnical Instrumentation Structural design and inspection Observation and Testing of Compacted Fill and (Site) Earthworks Observation and Logging of Drilled Shaft Excavations and Construction Coordination and Implementation of Full-Scale Shaft Load Testing Observation of Pile Foundation Systems Vibration Monitoring Peer Reviews

Our engineering firm specializes in providing professional Civil Engineering services in both the public and private sectors for construction and development projects including Geotechnical Eng., Pavement Eng., and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection. MTES provides tailored geotechnical exploration and investigation services to our clients designed to fit the need and scope Our services include: Geotechnical Investigations Foundation inspection and repair Deep Foundation Design for Bridges, High-Rises, and other Structures Slope Stability Analyses Geotechnical Instrumentation Structural design and inspection Observation and Testing of Compacted Fill and (Site) Earthworks Observation and Logging of Drilled Shaft Excavations and Construction Coordination and Implementation of Full-Scale Shaft Load Testing Observation of Pile Foundation Systems Vibration Monitoring Peer Reviews


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May Design Group LLC

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May Design Group LLC

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8 years of experience

Architectural Building Design, Structural Design, Mechanical &Plumbing&Electrical Design, Custom Home Design, Interior Design, Deck Design, Construction Consulting, Permit Expediting, 3D Model Visualizing, and many more... May Design Group is composed of Licensed Architects and Engineers to serve in DC, MD, VA.

Architectural Building Design, Structural Design, Mechanical &Plumbing&Electrical Design, Custom Home Design, Interior Design, Deck Design, Construction Consulting, Permit Expediting, 3D Model Visualizing, and many more... May Design Group is composed of Licensed Architects and Engineers to serve in DC, MD, VA.



Vodsil

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Vodsil

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24 years of experience

Vodsil is a Family owned company that started out in Maryland in early 2001 as a wood floor specialist. Since then we have worked with dozens of companies in the D.M.V area and expanded our services to every aspect of residential construction, repairs, and renovation. We have our HMIC and are liscenced and insured.

Vodsil is a Family owned company that started out in Maryland in early 2001 as a wood floor specialist. Since then we have worked with dozens of companies in the D.M.V area and expanded our services to every aspect of residential construction, repairs, and renovation. We have our HMIC and are liscenced and insured.


Huska Consulting, LLC

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Huska Consulting, LLC

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8 years of experience

Huska Consulting, LLC is a civil engineering consulting company which provides a variety of services with a specialty in site civil land development in and around the District of Columbia. It is a new startup with only one member: the founder Christopher Huska, PE.

Huska Consulting, LLC is a civil engineering consulting company which provides a variety of services with a specialty in site civil land development in and around the District of Columbia. It is a new startup with only one member: the founder Christopher Huska, PE.


GIT, Corporation

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GIT, Corporation

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14 years of experience

GIT is a geotechnical engineering consulting firm serving the Washington DC and Metropolitan area. GIT provides a wide range of materials testing and inspections with soil, concrete, masonry, and asphalt testing technology.

GIT is a geotechnical engineering consulting firm serving the Washington DC and Metropolitan area. GIT provides a wide range of materials testing and inspections with soil, concrete, masonry, and asphalt testing technology.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

Many horizontal cracks in home foundations result from water and soil pressure from outside of the building or from a footing that is shifting. Under those circumstances, horizontal cracks are a structural problem that requires repair before they become worse and more difficult to fix. However, in very specific cases, thin horizontal cracks may simply be a cosmetic blemish due to concrete shrinkage.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

The depth of any foundation style depends on your climate and how deep the frost line is, as building code requires that the footers of a foundation—which are built into a monolithic slab—sit at least a foot below the frost line. At the southern tip of Florida, for example, a monolithic slab foundation would only need to sit 12 inches under the soil at the widest parts. On some parts of the Canadian border, the frost line is 100 inches, which would mean a minimum of 112 inches, which is prohibitively deep for a monolithic slab.

Clean regularly, treat wood for weather resistance, and inspect for damage to ensure longevity.

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