Pittsylvania County, VA Detailed Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair

This homeowner in Hurt,VA called Fortress with concerns about a water coming into the basement. This water coming in also caused an unpleasant musty smell. Our System Designer,  was able to go out to the home and give these homeowners a piece of mind with a permanent solution. The best way to fix this issue was installing our WaterGuard system, along with ourTriple Safe  sump pump. Our Foreman, Aj  and his crew went out to the home and began to install these products. The crew began preparing the perimeter of the basement for the WaterGuard. Once the WaterGuard is in place, the crew then installed the Triplesafe sump pump. An outside discharge is also installed on the sump pump to allow the water to be pumped out of the basement.  We also followed in with drainage stone over top of the WaterGuard. This crushed stone allows the water to easily flow to the WaterGuard, and then to the sump pump. Once the system and the stone are laid, new cement is laid over the system to give it a finished look. The end result was a dry basement that would last years to come. 

This homeowner in Ringgold, VA called Fortress with concerns about a water coming into the basement. This water coming in also caused an unpleasant musty smell. Our System Designer,  was able to go out to the home and give these homeowners a piece of mind with a permanent solution. The best way to fix this issue was installing our WaterGuard system, along with our Triplesafe sump pump. Our Foreman, and his crew went out to the home and began to install these products. The crew began preparing the perimeter of the basement for the WaterGuard. Once the WaterGuard is in place, the crew then installed the Triplesafe sump pump. An outside discharge is also installed on the sump pump to allow the water to be pumped out of the basement.  We also followed in with drainage stone over top of the WaterGuard. This crushed stone allows the water to easily flow to the WaterGuard, and then to the sump pump. Once the system and the stone are laid, new cement is laid over the system to give it a finished look. The end result was a dry basement that would last years to come

This homeowner in Gretna, VA called Fortress with concerns about a water coming into the basement. This water coming in also caused an unpleasant musty smell. Our System Designer,  was able to go out to the home and give these homeowners a piece of mind with a permanent solution. The best way to fix this issue was installing our WaterGuard system, along with our Triplesafe sump pump. Our Foreman, and his crew went out to the home and began to install these products. The crew began preparing the perimeter of the basement for the WaterGuard. Once the WaterGuard is in place, the crew then installed the Triplesafe sump pump. An outside discharge is also installed on the sump pump to allow the water to be pumped out of the basement.  We also followed in with drainage stone over top of the WaterGuard. This crushed stone allows the water to easily flow to the WaterGuard, and then to the sump pump. Once the system and the stone are laid, new cement is laid over the system to give it a finished look. The end result was a dry basement that would last years to come

The homeowners in Gretna , VA started to notice a musty smell in there home, along with standing water in the crawl space. While having concerns on fixing the problem they called Fortress to come take a look. Our System Designer, Scott went to assess the situation. He came up with the best solution for the homeowners; encapsulate their crawl space.

Our Production team went out to install drainage matting, CleanSpace Encapsulation, condensate pump and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. All of these components together allow the crawlspace to remain free of water by draining the water out of the crawl space and keeping it clean from any outside factors.  The Forest homeowners final product of the home was a clean crawl space that will last years!

Alice B. of Echo Ln in Ringgold, VA called Fortress Foundation Solutions after her floors were sagging. System designer, Sonny Kingsbury, went out to meet with Alice. After inspecting her crawl space, specifically checking the floors, he offered her a solution. Alice agreed and soon a Fortress crew was onsite installing SmartJacks. These floor supports are installed under a supplemental support beam and then raised up to support the original floor joists. Now when Alice walks around her home, her floors are level again!

Craig was tired of his bumpy, uneven concrete drive way and determined to do something about it. Looking online, he found Fortress Foundation Solutions and set an appointment with our System Designer, Joe. Joe went out to meet with Craig and provided a full inspection of the driveway. Finding voids underneath, Joe proposed using our PolyLevel Concrete Leveling Solution to raise and level Craig's driveway. Happy with the plan, Craig moved forward and a few weeks later Tim & Kimbel, our PolyLevel crew arrived. After a few hours of work Craig's driveway was as good as new! 

Jason H. was determined to fix his bumpy, uneven concrete drive way. Looking online, he found Fortress Foundation Solutions and set an appointment with our System Designer, Joe. Joe went out to meet with Jason and provided a full inspection of the driveway. During the inspection, Joe found voids underneath the driveway, causing portions of the concrete to sink. Joe proposed using our PolyLevel Concrete Leveling Solution to raise and level Jason's driveway. Happy with the plan, Jason moved forward and a few weeks later Tim & Kimbel, our PolyLevel crew arrived. After a few hours of work Jason's driveway was as good as new!

A homeowner in Cascade, VA contacted Fortress with concerns about sagging floors and uneven spots inside their home. They suspected issues in their crawl space and wanted a permanent solution to stabilize their foundation. That’s when they turned to our team for help.

Our System Designer performed a thorough inspection and confirmed that the floor joists and support beams were failing due to moisture and age. To restore structural integrity, we recommended our SmartJack® support system—designed specifically to lift and stabilize sagging floors.

Our Foreman and crew got to work by carefully preparing the crawl space and strategically placing engineered base footings to ensure solid, stable support. Next, we installed our galvanized steel SmartJacks, adjusting them precisely to lift the floors back toward their original position.

Each SmartJack is made to resist corrosion and provide long-term support, making it a reliable solution for weakened floor systems. With the system fully in place, the home now has restored stability from the ground up.

The end result? A safer, stronger home—and a homeowner who can finally walk across their floors with confidence and peace of mind.

A homeowner in Chatham, VA contacted Fortress after noticing signs of foundation settlement—cracks in the brick exterior, doors sticking, and uneven floors throughout the home. Concerned about worsening damage, they turned to us for a permanent fix they could trust.

Our System Designer performed a thorough inspection and determined that the foundation was sinking due to unstable soil beneath the home. To stop the settlement and restore the structure, we recommended our Push Pier System—a proven solution for stabilizing and lifting settled foundations.

Our Foreman and crew began by carefully excavating around the affected areas of the foundation. Heavy-duty steel brackets were attached to the footing, and rugged steel piers were hydraulically driven deep into load-bearing soil or bedrock—far below the shifting layers causing the problem. Once the piers reached the proper depth, the weight of the home was transferred to the stable soil, and in some cases, lifted back toward its original position.

This minimally invasive solution provided immediate stabilization and long-term peace of mind, all with minimal disruption to the property.

The result? A permanently stabilized foundation and a relieved homeowner who can move forward knowing their biggest investment is now on solid ground.

When David saw his basement walls bowing inward, he feared the foundation was weakening. Fortress inspected and recommended the PowerBrace system, which supports the bowing wall, and in some cases, can even restore it to it's original position. We installed it, and now his walls are stabilized with the option to tighten over time — restoring safety and value to his home.

A Sandy Level, VA homeowner experienced sagging insulation and a musty smell after years of ignoring crawl space maintenance. They reached out to Fortress Foundation Solutions.

Our inspection uncovered excessive moisture and standing water. We recommended our full encapsulation system featuring CleanSpace®, SilverGlo™, TripleSafe™, and SaniDry Sedona.

After encapsulating the crawl space with CleanSpace® and installing SilverGlo™ for insulation, our team set up the TripleSafe™ sump pump for water management and the SaniDry Sedona for dehumidification.

The transformation was immediate—the crawl space became dry, clean, and odor-free. Fortress Foundation Solutions restored health and value to the home.

In Sutherlin, a homeowner wanted to prevent long-term damage to their vacation cabin’s crawl space.

We installed a complete Fortress system—CleanSpace®, SilverGlo™, TripleSafe™, and SaniDry Sedona.

The result was a bright, dry, and energy-efficient crawl space that stays protected year-round. The homeowner appreciated the peace of mind knowing their property was safeguarded.

A homeowner in Dry Fork, Virginia reached out to us after years of dealing with a damp basement and recently noticing foundation wall movement. The growing concerns prompted them to call Fortress Foundation Solutions for a professional and lasting solution.

Our System Design Specialist conducted a thorough evaluation and discovered bowing walls caused by external soil pressure, along with consistent water infiltration. These conditions required immediate action to prevent further damage.

We installed the PowerBrace™ System to reinforce the walls and stop the progression of inward bowing. The steel beams were custom-fitted and anchored to provide lasting stability. Additionally, our team installed the WaterGuard® Sub-Floor Drainage System to intercept water and drain it into the TripleSafe™ Sump Pump system.

The TripleSafe™, equipped with multiple pumps and supported by the UltraSump™ backup, ensured reliable protection during storms and power failures.

After installation, the homeowner gained a structurally sound and dry basement. They expressed peace of mind knowing their foundation was now secure and protected for years to come.

A Virginia homeowner contacted Fortress Foundation Solutions after noticing musty odors and increased humidity throughout their home. An inspection revealed that their crawl space was allowing moisture to enter through exposed soil and vented openings.

Our System Design Specialist recommended a full crawl space encapsulation using a CleanSpace® vapor barrier to seal out ground moisture, SilverGlo™ insulation to improve energy efficiency and thermal performance, and a TripleSafe™ sump pump to manage groundwater.

Once installed, the crawl space was transformed into a clean, dry, and conditioned space that protected the structure and improved indoor air quality.

In Virginia, a homeowner contacted us after dealing with ongoing basement water intrusion that worsened during heavy rainfall. The damp conditions made the space unusable and raised concerns about long-term damage to the home. Wanting a permanent solution, they reached out to Fortress Foundation Solutions for expert help.

Our Customer Care Specialist promptly scheduled a home inspection. During the visit, our System Design Specialist performed a detailed evaluation and discovered signs of water seepage along the basement perimeter, as well as elevated humidity levels contributing to the musty environment.

To resolve the issue, we installed the WaterGuard perimeter drainage system to effectively collect and redirect water away from the foundation. This system was paired with the reliable TripleSafe Sump Pump, offering triple-layer protection to keep the basement dry even during power outages.

To control moisture in the air, we also installed the SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, which efficiently reduces humidity and helps prevent mold growth.

After completion, the homeowner was pleased to have a dry, usable basement and renewed peace of mind. Fortress Foundation Solutions delivered a long-lasting solution backed by expert care and reliability.

Recently, Fortress Foundation Solutions addressed the concerns of a homeowner in Java who had a persistent moisture problem in their crawl space. The homeowner noticed unpleasant odors and an increasing presence of mold, which prompted them to reach out to us via our Customer Care Specialists. We quickly scheduled a home inspection where our knowledgeable System Design Specialist conducted a thorough evaluation.

Upon inspection, we diagnosed moisture infiltration and insufficient drainage as the root of the problem due to the unsealed nature of the crawl space. To resolve this, we proposed a comprehensive crawl space encapsulation and drainage solution tailored specifically for their situation. 

Our expert production team commenced by installing our advanced CleanSpace system, a high-quality encapsulation product, transforming the damp crawl space into a clean and dry environment. To improve thermal efficiency and prevent heat loss, we applied SilverGlo insulation on the crawl space walls, ensuring enhanced R-11 insulation and a continuous vapor barrier. Additionally, we installed the powerful SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. Its robust capability ensured the humidity was dropped to a healthy level below 55%, which is crucial for stopping mold growth. To safeguard against potential flooding, we implemented the robust TripleSafe Sump Pump system, fostering reliable drainage and peace of mind for the homeowners.

Ultimately, our approach not only remedied the moisture issue but also contributed to a healthier and more energy-efficient living environment upstairs. The homeowner’s problem transformed into a model of exemplary repair, underscoring our mission to deliver exceptional experiences and long-lasting solutions.

When a homeowner from Hedgesville reached out to us at Fortress Foundation Solutions, they were understandably concerned. Their basement was increasingly becoming a problem area due to persistent water issues—an unsettling situation for anyone tasked with maintaining the home. The challenges were clear: unwanted moisture, developing musty odors, and the growing risk of mold. Addressing these symptoms called for an effective basement waterproofing strategy that would provide a reliable, long-term solution.

Guided by our process, we scheduled an initial visit with one of our Customer Care Specialists. This was followed by a comprehensive inspection conducted by a System Design Specialist from our Sales Team. They thoroughly assessed the basement, identifying the source of the water intrusion and creating a targeted plan.

Our solution was to install a dedicated system comprising the WaterGuard®, TripleSafe™ Sump Pump, and SaniDry™ Sedona. Positioned discreetly beneath the basement floor to capture any wall and floor seepage, the WaterGuard system assured non-clogging drainage, allowing water to be directed effectively to the sump pump. In parallel, the TripleSafe™ Sump Pump offered multi-layer security, from handling high water volumes to outlasting potential power outages with its battery-powered backup. To complete the transformation, the SaniDry Sedona worked to keep the indoor climate comfortable and free of excess moisture, thereby reducing the likelihood of mold growth and musty odors.

Upon completion, the homeowners reported a dramatic difference. Their basement became a clean, dry, and usable space, one that offered assurance and peace of mind with its renewed functionality and role as a valuable part of their home. Fortress Foundation Solutions provided a definitive standard in waterproofing performance in Hedgesville and continues to do so with expert precision for all clients seeking to protect their homes naturally and professionally.