JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.
"Not complete yet, but everything checks out great so far."
Terry O on November 2024
JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.
"Not complete yet, but everything checks out great so far."
Terry O on November 2024
The Drying Co./ThermalTec is a Home Performance Contractor that was founded in 2002. Over the last 15 years we have serviced over 10,000 homes, hospitals, schools, and businesses from Hampton Roads to Richmond and in between. Our specialties include: Crawl Space Repair, Foundation Repair, Attic and Crawl Space Insulation, Radon Testing and Mitigation, Mold Remediation, Air Sealing, Duct Sealing, Spray Foam, Cellulose Insulation, & Whole House Insulation To see what The Drying Co. is doing to protect its employees and customers, go to https://www.thedryingco.com/about-us/press-release/2037-precautions-taken-by-the-drying-co-to-ensure-the-safety-of-our-customers-employees-during-covid-19-concerns.html Ensuring the Safety of our Customers & Employees During COVID-19.
"great customer service"
Elisha M on May 2025
The Drying Co./ThermalTec is a Home Performance Contractor that was founded in 2002. Over the last 15 years we have serviced over 10,000 homes, hospitals, schools, and businesses from Hampton Roads to Richmond and in between. Our specialties include: Crawl Space Repair, Foundation Repair, Attic and Crawl Space Insulation, Radon Testing and Mitigation, Mold Remediation, Air Sealing, Duct Sealing, Spray Foam, Cellulose Insulation, & Whole House Insulation To see what The Drying Co. is doing to protect its employees and customers, go to https://www.thedryingco.com/about-us/press-release/2037-precautions-taken-by-the-drying-co-to-ensure-the-safety-of-our-customers-employees-during-covid-19-concerns.html Ensuring the Safety of our Customers & Employees During COVID-19.
"great customer service"
Elisha M on May 2025
Owner Justin Morris is an alumni of Va. Tech with a BS in Civil Engineering. We pride ourselves in doing class A job at a competitive price. We provide the following services. Asphalt Paving, Concrete Construction, Demolition,Excavation, Grading, Site Preparation. Materials Delivery (Asphalt Millings, Crush Concrete, Gravel, Fill Dirt, Topsoil) Sod installation.
"I would not order anything from Roc Construction LLC. Their work may be of higher caliber (based on reviews likely not) however, if you are seeking quality product delivery Roc Construction LLC IS NOT where you want to order. Received product saturated with earth & fill that was supposed to be something else. Justin will refeence all his experience in construction to justify what he sent you is in fact what you ordered. Unfortunately, that may not be the case. You don't need to be a Civil Engineer (I am a licensed Civil Engineer) to realize you have been given something you didn't order. One Pro is their responsiveness. You will get "a" product in timely fashion however, in my experience, it will not be what you ordered. I recommend ordering from a reputable company with stronger reviews. Please don't lose thousands of dollars like I did."
Justin M on May 2025
Owner Justin Morris is an alumni of Va. Tech with a BS in Civil Engineering. We pride ourselves in doing class A job at a competitive price. We provide the following services. Asphalt Paving, Concrete Construction, Demolition,Excavation, Grading, Site Preparation. Materials Delivery (Asphalt Millings, Crush Concrete, Gravel, Fill Dirt, Topsoil) Sod installation.
"I would not order anything from Roc Construction LLC. Their work may be of higher caliber (based on reviews likely not) however, if you are seeking quality product delivery Roc Construction LLC IS NOT where you want to order. Received product saturated with earth & fill that was supposed to be something else. Justin will refeence all his experience in construction to justify what he sent you is in fact what you ordered. Unfortunately, that may not be the case. You don't need to be a Civil Engineer (I am a licensed Civil Engineer) to realize you have been given something you didn't order. One Pro is their responsiveness. You will get "a" product in timely fashion however, in my experience, it will not be what you ordered. I recommend ordering from a reputable company with stronger reviews. Please don't lose thousands of dollars like I did."
Justin M on May 2025
We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation services and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"I made the unfortunate decision of hiring this company. When the foreman showed up and said he didn't have any plans with him that should have been my first sign. Hopefully this prevents someone from making the 11K mistake I did. CopperFox came back to my property multiple times without resolving the issue. The issue still persists and they actually damaged my property in the process, eventually they just stopped responding. They washed out concrete in my drains, forgot to install the drainage tile, installed the drains in the wrong spot and right next to my foundation, cut the direct TV line, and left the space a mess. If that all wasn't enough, the quality of the work looks really rough. The grate drain wouldn't even drain because they filled it with concrete as well. Even if I had to pay extra to go with a different company, I definitely would have done it."
Clark S on June 2025
We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation services and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"I made the unfortunate decision of hiring this company. When the foreman showed up and said he didn't have any plans with him that should have been my first sign. Hopefully this prevents someone from making the 11K mistake I did. CopperFox came back to my property multiple times without resolving the issue. The issue still persists and they actually damaged my property in the process, eventually they just stopped responding. They washed out concrete in my drains, forgot to install the drainage tile, installed the drains in the wrong spot and right next to my foundation, cut the direct TV line, and left the space a mess. If that all wasn't enough, the quality of the work looks really rough. The grate drain wouldn't even drain because they filled it with concrete as well. Even if I had to pay extra to go with a different company, I definitely would have done it."
Clark S on June 2025
All About Lawns LLC was founded with one goal in mind - to provide a full range of quality lawn care services. Our company has grown over the years from a two person operation into a full staff of professionals able to meet your every lawn care need. We are dedicated to building long term relationships with our clients by providing the highest standard of quality on each and every project we do. Our reputation for customer satisfaction in the Metro-Richmond and surrounding counties is what has made All About Lawns LLC a household name in the lawn care industry. All About Lawns is a family owned business. We have 6 employees and we accept all forms of payment.
"All About Lawns has been taking care of my lawn beginning last fall and has done a great job. Shaun the owner is very nice and easy to work with. He is also very knowledgeable about lawn care and offers good ideas. My lawn has never looked better and I have received complements from my neighbors"
Wayne S on April 2022
All About Lawns LLC was founded with one goal in mind - to provide a full range of quality lawn care services. Our company has grown over the years from a two person operation into a full staff of professionals able to meet your every lawn care need. We are dedicated to building long term relationships with our clients by providing the highest standard of quality on each and every project we do. Our reputation for customer satisfaction in the Metro-Richmond and surrounding counties is what has made All About Lawns LLC a household name in the lawn care industry. All About Lawns is a family owned business. We have 6 employees and we accept all forms of payment.
"All About Lawns has been taking care of my lawn beginning last fall and has done a great job. Shaun the owner is very nice and easy to work with. He is also very knowledgeable about lawn care and offers good ideas. My lawn has never looked better and I have received complements from my neighbors"
Wayne S on April 2022
Full service landscaper. For residential and commercial properties in Richmond, VA and surrounding areas. No job to large or to small. We make the earth beautiful one lawn at a time. We have been providing quality service for over 20 years.
"Great work! Was able to come quickly to do the leaf removal I needed. Easy to communicate with, friendly, and work was just as requested and for a reasonable price. Would definitely hire again for yard cleanup or other yard work."
Liz H on December 2024
Full service landscaper. For residential and commercial properties in Richmond, VA and surrounding areas. No job to large or to small. We make the earth beautiful one lawn at a time. We have been providing quality service for over 20 years.
"Great work! Was able to come quickly to do the leaf removal I needed. Easy to communicate with, friendly, and work was just as requested and for a reasonable price. Would definitely hire again for yard cleanup or other yard work."
Liz H on December 2024
Transform your outdoor space with Willow Landscaping LLC. Our expert team specializes in landscaping services in Richmond. Contact us today to bring your landscaping vision to life.
"Excellent company and great results. Major landscaping, tree removal, several paver jobs (walkways), top soil and grass. Professional, knowledgeable, hardworking."
Frankie A on March 2025
Transform your outdoor space with Willow Landscaping LLC. Our expert team specializes in landscaping services in Richmond. Contact us today to bring your landscaping vision to life.
"Excellent company and great results. Major landscaping, tree removal, several paver jobs (walkways), top soil and grass. Professional, knowledgeable, hardworking."
Frankie A on March 2025
Virginia Foundation Solutions is an award winning, veteran owned, Class A Contractor servicing homeowners in the Greater Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Our specialties include Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Structural Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, and Waterproofing. Our purpose is to redefine our industry by proving that a contractor can create a remarkable experience for our customers. This belief system has served us well- in 2019 we received the Better Business Bureau's Torch Award for Ethics, honoring our commitment to the highest standard of ethics and customer service. Since 2012 “Doing the right thing” has helped us service over 10,000 homeowners in the Greater Hampton Roads area. For a free estimate call us today at 757-340-0917.
"I contracted Virginia Foundation Solutions because of an issue I had with water seeping through the concrete/cinder block wall to the garage during heavy/steady rains and would install a weeping tile and pump system. The crew that came out to the job site, Joel, Alex, Tomas and Jacke known as "The Blue Crew", were on time and started the work right away. They were cognizant of the plumbing to the water well and the electrical on that side of the house. They were very careful during the excavation. The work took a good part of the day, and when it was completed, I couldn't have been happier with the overall results. I had brick pavers that I was able to incorporate into the landscape to frame out the upper layer of rock that was applied over the drainage rock and weeping tile/tubing. The testing of the pump functioned perfectly, and the electrical work was contracted through DT Electric LLC. Thank you again, Virginia Foundation Solutions and DT Electric in assisting me to resolve my water intrusion problem."
Thomas W on September 2023
Virginia Foundation Solutions is an award winning, veteran owned, Class A Contractor servicing homeowners in the Greater Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Our specialties include Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Structural Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, and Waterproofing. Our purpose is to redefine our industry by proving that a contractor can create a remarkable experience for our customers. This belief system has served us well- in 2019 we received the Better Business Bureau's Torch Award for Ethics, honoring our commitment to the highest standard of ethics and customer service. Since 2012 “Doing the right thing” has helped us service over 10,000 homeowners in the Greater Hampton Roads area. For a free estimate call us today at 757-340-0917.
"I contracted Virginia Foundation Solutions because of an issue I had with water seeping through the concrete/cinder block wall to the garage during heavy/steady rains and would install a weeping tile and pump system. The crew that came out to the job site, Joel, Alex, Tomas and Jacke known as "The Blue Crew", were on time and started the work right away. They were cognizant of the plumbing to the water well and the electrical on that side of the house. They were very careful during the excavation. The work took a good part of the day, and when it was completed, I couldn't have been happier with the overall results. I had brick pavers that I was able to incorporate into the landscape to frame out the upper layer of rock that was applied over the drainage rock and weeping tile/tubing. The testing of the pump functioned perfectly, and the electrical work was contracted through DT Electric LLC. Thank you again, Virginia Foundation Solutions and DT Electric in assisting me to resolve my water intrusion problem."
Thomas W on September 2023
15+ years of experience! En S&S LANDSCAPING LLC ofrecemos servicios expertos de paisajismo y paisajismo para transformar espacios al aire libre en refugios impresionantes y funcionales. Desde jardines vibrantes y vegetación exuberante hasta patios personalizados, senderos y áreas de estar al aire libre, combinamos creatividad y artesanía para darle vida a su visión. Con un enfoque en la calidad, la sostenibilidad y el diseño personalizado, creamos entornos al aire libre que realzan la belleza y el valor de su propiedad. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
15+ years of experience! En S&S LANDSCAPING LLC ofrecemos servicios expertos de paisajismo y paisajismo para transformar espacios al aire libre en refugios impresionantes y funcionales. Desde jardines vibrantes y vegetación exuberante hasta patios personalizados, senderos y áreas de estar al aire libre, combinamos creatividad y artesanía para darle vida a su visión. Con un enfoque en la calidad, la sostenibilidad y el diseño personalizado, creamos entornos al aire libre que realzan la belleza y el valor de su propiedad. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
B&B Landscaping has been maintaining Richmond and surrounding since 1984. We love meeting new people and helping them with their landscaping needs, even if that help is figuring out what those are! We pride ourselves in our attention to detail and customer service, two things that make us stand out above other companies. Business hours are 8 to 5 Monday through Friday and estimates are FREE!
"Took out very old azaleas and replaced. Pruned others and mulched all my beds. On time, kept us informed. Looks great. Will have them Back to do more. JD is a great guy"
Lois S on June 2025
B&B Landscaping has been maintaining Richmond and surrounding since 1984. We love meeting new people and helping them with their landscaping needs, even if that help is figuring out what those are! We pride ourselves in our attention to detail and customer service, two things that make us stand out above other companies. Business hours are 8 to 5 Monday through Friday and estimates are FREE!
"Took out very old azaleas and replaced. Pruned others and mulched all my beds. On time, kept us informed. Looks great. Will have them Back to do more. JD is a great guy"
Lois S on June 2025
Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.
Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.
A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.
Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.
Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.
Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.