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Avatar for BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair
BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair
4.9(
580
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is my second time needing service from Bay Crawl Space & Foundation Repair. The first time was 4 years ago with 6 push piers installed under the foundation footer. The service was excellent then, so I knew who to call when I needed a french drain/sump pump and more push piers installed under center beam. Michael Rowlands came out and inspected and gave a quote with the same honesty and trust he gave me for years ago. He took pictures to back up all his recommendations as usual. The crew Nate, Payne, and Michael did a great job and left my property just the way they found it upon arrival. The Electrical team Paul and Adrian did a great job connecting the lights and sump pump. The finish product looked as if it was built with the house. I trust this company with all my crawl space and foundation needs and you should to."
Crawl Space Foundation Jacks
Schedule Inspection
Crawl Space Insulation
Greetings
Sump Pump

+51

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atomic Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Corporation
4.7(
598
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Technician Assessed The Job Gave A Fair Price And Applied The Coupon From Angie's List! The Washer Drain Was Unclogged By Getting On The Roof (Who Knew) And Is Working Great! We Had Bought A Replacement Faucet And Handles; Just In Case Replacing Was The More Sensible Option Vs Repairing And As It Turns Out The Kit That Would Have Been Needed To Repair Our Dated Faucet And Handles Would Have Taken More Time And Money! Now Installing The New One Still Was No Small Task, But Our Technician Worked Diligently And I'm Happy To Report No More Drip! Atomic Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Is Definitely Our New Go To For Future Plumbing Needs!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Virginia Foundation Solutions, Inc.
Virginia Foundation Solutions, Inc.
4.5(
48
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had my crawl space encapsulated one year ago and was very impressed with the work done. Today Service tech Jonn came out for crawl space maintenance. First, VA Foundation Solution explained what the crawl space maintenance would consist of when my appointment was made. On the day of my appointment John called to notify me he was on his way and arrived on time. At the completion of his work not only did he give me a written statement of what he completed but took the time to explain what was done to make sure he answered any questions I might have has."
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Crawl Space Encapsulation with Drainage & Pump
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Hampton Roads Irrigation and Landscape
Hampton Roads Irrigation and Landscape
4.0(
151
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were great. They installed a french drain and collection bin off the back of our house and leveled the patio. The professionalism and work quality was amazing!"
Traditional Fireplace - Gray Grey Brick Out Door Kitchen
 Paver Patio off Deck with Seating Wall
Display
Water Feature
 Flower Bed, Sod, Walkway & Driveway

+29

Response time2 days
132 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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The Drying Co
4.4(
52
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything started very good. I received a call the same day to schedule the initial appointment. Matt the salesman was on time and very professional. I had to wait two weeks for the installation, that was not a problem. I was contacted about 2-3 days before the scheduled installation date and I was told that they overbooked some jobs and needed to move the installation one day. I had no problem with that. I was scheduled for 3 days in a row to complete the job. The crew showed up in time and completed the first part of the job, a second crew and the remaining part. That's when the problems started. I sat in my house for the next two days waiting for someone to show up to complete the work. I received a call at the end of the second day to let me know that I was scheduled for the next day, at this time I was not able to accommodate that request because I had family coming on that day for one day (Friday). Then I was told that I would receive a call on Friday to schedule another day to complete the work. I received a call 4 days later to tell me that my work will be completed a month later because they were booked up. On top of that, they told me that someone had tried to contact me several times and couldn't reach me. That was a lie, no one called me. At this time, I decided to canceled the remaining work , I was not going to wait another month to complete my work for their lack of communication and follow up. Then I received an email trying to schedule my work for the next Saturday, they were making an exception to help me. Really? Why that option was not available before, specially when I have been very flexible with them. I decided to cancel the remaining work anyway. The quality of work is good, Matt was great,but the admin office really needs to follow up when they suppose to. Don't make promises that you can't keep and don't lie trying to cover your lack of planning and communication. That's why I'm given them a B on my review."
Unsealed porous foundation walls. Efflorescence has grown along the outside walls.
Plastic is laid out to protect the freshly pained walls and floor.
Open vents in the foundation walls allow outside air and moisture to infiltrate the crawl space, increasing the relative humidity and allowing mold spores to thrive inside.
Spray foam application in progress on warehouse walls.
The dirt floor is exposed, which will allow the moisture from the earth to rise uncontested into the crawl space, adding to the increase in relative humidity.

+97

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
86 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for We Crawl Space Crawlspace Solutions, INC.
We Crawl Space Crawlspace Solutions, INC.
5.0(
6
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our team delivers professional crawl space and foundation repair solutions designed to protect your home from moisture, structural damage, and poor air quality. We provide high-quality workmanship and reliable, long-lasting results on every project.\n\n

Crawlspace Doors
Crawlspace Doors
Crawlspace Doors
Crawlspace Doors
Crawlspace Doors

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

Basement toilets don’t always need a pump. However, it is the most common setup because plumbing systems use gravity to move waste away from the home. Basement toilets often sit below the home’s main sewage system, and installing a sewage ejector pump pushes the wastewater and sewage up to the main sewer line. Alternatively, you can use an upflush or macerator toilet that breaks down the waste and pushes it straight to the main sewer line rather than via a sewer line from the bathroom.

Costs depend on pump type, labor, and site-specific requirements like excavation or drainage lines.

A sump pump's lifespan is typically 7 to 10 years, though the general range can be anywhere from 5 to 15 years. The specific type of pump is a major factor: pedestal sump pumps last an average of 20 to 25 years, whereas submersible sump pumps last between 5 and 15 years. While pedestal pumps are less expensive to service, they are also louder and more prone to clogging.

Several other factors influence longevity, including the pump's quality, usage frequency, and maintenance schedule. A high-quality pump that is well-maintained in a dry climate may last for two decades, while a lower-quality, poorly maintained pump in an area with a high water table or frequent flooding may fail in six years or less.

Regular maintenance, including annual inspections and tuneups from a professional, can significantly extend the pump's life. It is time to consider a replacement if your sump pump runs constantly, cycles frequently, shows visible rust or corrosion, or trips a circuit breaker. As a preventative measure, many homeowners replace their pumps every eight years. It's also worth noting that a manufacturer's warranty can indicate expected lifespan, and some home insurance policies may not cover water damage from a pump that is past its recommended replacement date.

The least expensive basement waterproofing methods include grading soil away from your home, installing downspout extenders on your gutter system, and applying a waterproof paint on the interior of the foundation walls. Installing a French drain is a relatively inexpensive method if you do the work yourself, although it’s labor-intensive and can be challenging to install properly.

If your basement often leaks after heavy rain, it’s probably caused by hydrostatic pressure. When the ground is saturated with water, it can put pressure on the exterior of your home’s foundation, causing cracks in the basement wall and pushing water through any existing weak spots. Over time, hydrostatic pressure can cause structural damage to your home.

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