Nelson County, VA Detailed Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair

This home in Afton,VA had noticed the foundation wall in their basement had began to bow. This could be caused by settlement, outside pressure in the dirt or wall decay. If this problem goes without being fixed the wall will get worse and could potentially collapse. These homeowners called Fortress Foundation Solutions to resolve this issue. After our System Designer went out, he knew the best solution to the problem would he our Power Brace system. The crew first began by taking wall measurements to see how long these braces needed to be. The they cut the races to fit the wall. Once the Power Brace was fit for the wall, they began the process of keeping these braces in place. They bolt the Power Braces into the wall. This was the best solution to this issue because the Power Braces prevent further movement of the wall.   

This homeowner in Arrington, VA reached out to Fortress Foundation Solutions because they were tired of cleaning water out of their basement every time it rained, and wanted a dry space to store things. 

After speaking to one of our Customer Care Members and scheduling a free estimate, we had our System Designer Zach go out to find the best waterproofing solution for this homeowner. Once Zach had finished evaluating this basement he recommended installing WaterGuard along the perimeter basement walls, along with two TripleSafe sump pumps, and a TrenchDrain. Zach thoroughly explained to the homeowner how the system would work to catch and pump out any water seepage before it could reach the basement floor, and also discussed the placement of the sump pumps and exterior discharge lines. The homeowner liked this solution, and we had our Foreman Charlie, and his crew go out and install these products.

The homeowner is happy with their waterproofing system and is enjoying having a dry basement. Fortress Foundation Solutions is pleased that we could provide a solution to keep this home dry, once and for all!

Gerald P. reached out to Fortress Foundation Solutions after discovering standing water and moisture beginning to damage his wooden floor joists. Moisture-saturated insulation was also falling down in his crawl space. How could this be happening? He had laid down plastic over the ground and thought his crawl space would be protected. Many people don't think about the effects moisture has as it rises from the ground under their homes. If left untreated, the moisture will cause thousands of dollars' worth of damage in the future. Our Fortress System Designers help educate customers on protecting their home by providing printed materials, using video media, through conversation, and of course, providing a free estimate for repair. Gerald's crawl space needed drainage matting, CleanSpace Vapor Barrier, and a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier. The CleanSpace Vapor Barrier seals off the home from the damp/wet ground below. The SaniDry Sedona removes excess moisture, keeping the area dry and protecting the wood. Gerald's home is his biggest asset. Why wouldn't he want to protect it with his custom solution from Fortress Foundation Solutions?

Mr. and Mrs. Nguyen in Norwood, Virginia, wanted to sell their home but had a damp, dirty crawl space that worried buyers. After Fortress installed our CleanSpace Vapor Barrier, the crawl space looked spotless and healthy. The transformation impressed prospective buyers, and the home sold quickly — and at full asking price

A business owner in Piney River noticed sunken concrete disrupting forklift traffic inside his warehouse. He called Fortress out to preform a free inspection and see how we could resolve the issues. We utilized our PolyLevel Concrete Repair Solution to raise the slabs back to grade, restoring productivity and safety. The project was completed in a single day, minimizing downtime.

One homeowner noticed cracks growing wider in their basement walls. Fearing collapse, they turned to Fortress Foundation Solutions for a permanent solution.

The Fortress crew recommended CarbonArmor wall reinforcements, a non-invasive system that bonds directly to the walls.

The team installed:

• CarbonArmor straps for stabilization

• High-strength epoxy for secure bonding

• Moisture-resistant wall coverings to guide water to the drainage system

• A Sedona dehumidifier to keep air dry

What impressed the homeowner most was how sleek the reinforcement looked compared to other options.

The result? A safer foundation without major construction. “We feel completely reassured,” the homeowner said.

Thanks to Fortress Foundation Solutions, this basement wall is reinforced and secure.

When this homeowner’s basement constantly leaked, they couldn’t use it for storage. They called Fortress Foundation Solutions for help.

The crew installed a system to keep the space permanently dry.

The team installed:

• WaterGuard drains for perimeter protection

• A TripleSafe sump pump for active water remova

• A Sedona dehumidifier to protect stored items

What impressed the homeowner most was finally being able to use the basement confidently.

The result? A dry, useful storage space. “We’ve gained a whole new room in our home,” the homeowner said.

Thanks to Fortress Foundation Solutions, this basement is now functional and secure.