Keeping Ringwood, NJ Homes Dry with Foundation Repair and Basement Waterproofing

Ringwood's #1 Company in Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, and Crawl Space Encapsulation

It can be quite the shock–after a rainy day in Ringwood, NJ, you discover your basement to be flooded! Even after getting your basement dry again, it can be nerve-wracking thinking about the next time it rains: Will it flood again? Will you find mold growing in your home? Can your basement ever be safe?

But your home doesn't have to be at the mercy of the next rain forecast. With the expertise of Blue Umbrella Waterproofing, there are solutions to protecting your home from water intrusion.

Whether you're a resident living on Oakwood Drive or a commercial property owner along Greenwood Lake Turnpike, we'll make sure your foundation stays strong and your property remains dry!

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The Quality Waterproofing and Foundation Repair That Your Home Deserves

When looking for a way to protect your home from the next rainy season, choosing the right contractor is important. But not every waterproofing company is made equal.

At Blue Umbrella Waterproofing, we don't cut corners with cheap materials and bare minimums. When we design a basement waterproofing solution, our experts ensure we address every problem sign and problem source we find.

Whether it's reinforcing your bowing basement wall, installing a new basement waterproofing system, or encapsulating your crawl space, you can rest assured that you'll have only the best products in our solutions.

At Blue Umbrella, quality is always our #1 policy!

Expert Basement Waterproofing for Your Ringwood, NJ Home

Just like any other part of your home, your basement should be dry. Otherwise, it'd be hard to store your belongings, install HVAC equipment, or create the finished basement project of your dreams. That's why it is crucial to have a proper basement waterproofing system in place.

Here are some of the problems that can arise from water invading your basement:

Mold growth
Mildew
Wood rot
Rust in basement equipment like your HVAC system
Damage to stored belongings

Blue Umbrella has decades of experience behind our basement waterproofing solutions. Our waterproofing systems include powerful components such as Blue Angel Sump Pumps and AprilAire Whole-House Dehumidifiers. What's more, through our Umbrella Maintenance Plan, we'll keep your waterproofing working at 100% for years and years!

Does My Basement Need a Dehumidifier?

Even with drainage channels, vapor barriers, and a sump pump in place, moisture can possibly seep in through other parts of the basement. From leaky window wells to vapor diffusing through the basement floor, there are ways that moisture can seep into your basement, and it's important to get rid of it. That's where the basement dehumidifier comes into play. Think of it as a last line of defense that takes care of any excess moisture that gets past the rest of the waterproofing.

Blue Umbrella Waterproofing offers an AprilAire Whole-House Dehumidifier to ensure that your basement is thoroughly protected against moisture.

Ringwood's Best for Crawl Space Encapsulation and Crawl Space Waterproofing

Just like basements, crawl spaces need to be kept dry. A damp crawl space can lead to the same kinds of problems as a wet basement. But there is an additional sort of problem that a damp crawl space can cause, thanks to what's known as the Stack Effect.

Whether it's mold spores, dust, pollen, or even dust mite particles, the Stack Effect causes all those airborne particles to flow up from your crawl space and into your living space. This can greatly reduce the comfort of your living spaces and trigger allergic reactions. If certain types of mold are present in your crawl space, this can even lead to infections in those with weakened immune systems.

Fortunately, Blue Umbrella Waterproofing offers both crawl space encapsulation and crawl space waterproofing to ensure that your crawl space and home remain safe, dry, and healthy. With high-quality products like our 14-mil thick Flexi-Seal vapor barriers, you can rest easy knowing that no moisture is going to invade your crawl space!

Is the Flexi-Seal Vapor Barrier Good?

Indeed! The vapor barrier that we use exceeds ASTM E-1745 requirements. This means that it's tougher and more reliable than the industry standard. It is also designed to meet all building code requirements in crawl space encapsulation.

In comparison, most other contractors opt for vapor barriers between 6-mil to 10-mil thick. But Blue Umbrella never settles for the bare minimum. With our 14-mil thick Flexi-Seal vapor barrier from Richtech Industries, you'll have a crawl space encapsulation solution that goes above and beyond for you!

Say Goodbye to Moisture in Your Crawlspace and Basement Today

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Ringwood, NJ's Local Expert in Foundation Repair

Do you have a crack in your foundation wall that is getting wider? Is your CMU block foundation wall starting to shear? Neither of these scenarios should be ignored–it would be like walking past a gaping hole in your roof. A growing foundation crack can lead to water seeping through. But if your wall is starting to shear, lean, or bow, it can also lead to structural damage to the rest of your home.

Blue Umbrella Waterproofing has foundation repair solutions to put a stop to those moving foundation walls. Our carbon fiber straps combine Kevlar and carbon fiber's awesome strength, providing an unmatched reinforcement level. Made by Fortress Stabilization Systems, these very carbon fiber straps are even used for larger projects like sea walls, hotels, and parking garages.

So when you find your foundation walls on the move, don't hesitate to call on the foundation repair experts at Blue Umbrella!

Shearing, Bowing, Leaning Basement Walls, What Do These Mean?

As hydrostatic pressure presses against your basement walls, there's a chance that it could weaken the concrete or the mortar between the CMU blocks. When this weakening occurs, that hydrostatic pressure can begin to slowly but surely push your basement walls in a variety of ways.

Bowing basement walls occur along the center of your basement wall, where you'll find a lateral crack. As the wall bows, you will notice an inward bulge forming. If not addressed promptly, it can lead to structural damage in other parts of your home. At worst, a bowing wall can eventually collapse, making the home unsafe.

Leaning basement walls can happen when hydrostatic pressure causes the wall to bend inward or outward. Like bowing basement walls, this, too, can lead to structural damage in other parts of your home if left alone.

Shearing basement walls happen to brick and CMU basement walls. As hydrostatic pressure weakens the wall, cracks will form along the mortar lines. Eventually, you'll notice the wall start to shear, usually sliding over the bottom row of CMU blocks. If ignored, the wall could feasibly collapse and cause tremendous damage to your home.

As you can see, none of these scenarios is good news for your home. Should you notice any of these things happening to your basement call, call for Blue Umbrella immediately, and our foundation experts will quickly determine a solution.

Preparing Your Ringwood, NJ Property for Projects

Having a flooded basement or a bowing foundation wall is already stressful enough. That's why Blue Umbrella Waterproofing is committed to providing you with a home repair experience that's as stress-free as possible. From start to finish, our experts will be readily available to answer any questions and concerns.

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Phone: 973-962-7880
Fax: 973-962-7823
Email: [email protected]
Location: 60 Margaret King Avenue, 2nd floor

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Local Companies for Your Other Ringwood Projects

While Blue Umbrella does not endorse any of these listed contractors, we want to help you get started on finding companies for your other projects in Ringwood.

Plumber
Palmasano Plumbing LLC
180 Stonetown Rd, Ringwood, NJ 07456
973-768-1827

Electrician
K2 Electric, LLC
411 Macopin Rd, West Milford, NJ 07480
201-321-5056

Driveway Paving Contractor
McFarlane Asphalt Paving the Original
68 Alcott Rd, Mahwah, NJ 07430
201-664-2696

Landscaper and Masonry Contractor
Harts Landscape Design & Excavation
220 Burnt Meadow Rd, Ringwood, NJ 07456
704-310-8420

Say Goodbye to Wet Basements and Hello to a Happy Home!

Your Ringwood, NJ, home is meant to be your shelter and sanctuary. So why open the door for invasive water, mold, termites, and other wet basement problems?

Like a house alarm system to thwart burglaries, Blue Umbrella Waterproofing's solutions in basement waterproofing and foundation repair are like a shield against water and structural damage to your home. Keeping your home safe, dry, and healthy is easy: just call Blue Umbrella!

Whether it's basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, or foundation repair you require, be sure to call on Blue Umbrella Waterproofing. We'll happily provide you with a free inspection and detailed estimate. And be sure to ask about our transferable lifetime warranty!