Basement & Crawl Space Waterproofing, Foundation Repair Pro Serving Newark, NJ

Recently, we helped a homeowner in Newark, NJ, who had been struggling with a persistent wet basement issue. Water seepage had been a recurring problem, dampening their usable space and creating a lingering musty smell. Frustrated and concerned about potential damage, they reached out to our team at Quality 1st to seek a lasting solution. We began our process by scheduling a thorough home inspection. Our sales team representative conducted a complete assessment of the basement. During this initial visit, we identified problems such as sub-floor water pressure and wall seepage that required a strategic approach for resolution. To address these challenges, we proposed and installed a combination of our most efficient products: SuperSump, WaterGuard, and BrightWall. Our dedicated production team first installed the WaterGuard system along the basement perimeter. This sub-floor drainage captures any intruding water before it reaches the floor surface, effectively working as a non-clogging French drain. Next, we placed the SuperSump to handle water evacuation. This pump’s reliability ensures that water collected from the WaterGuard is swiftly directed away, preventing any chance of flooding or moisture build-up. Finally, BrightWall panels were installed over the foundation walls. These panels act as a vapor barrier, directing hidden wall seepage straight into the WaterGuard system, while brightening the space with a clean appearance. 

Recently, a homeowner in Newark, NJ, reached out to us with a frustrating problem: every time it rained heavily, their basement, an unfinished space crucial for storage and potentially more, became significantly wet. Making matters worse, the walls showed distressing wet stains: a clear sign of water damage that needed immediate attention. Our recommendation? The install of our trusty WaterGuard, a notably efficient drainage system designed to capture wall and floor joint water leaks, partnered seamlessly with our top-rated SuperSump. The SuperSump's reputation for superior, reliable sump pump strength made it an unequivocal part of the solution, prepped and ready to give this basement the dryness it deserved. 

Newark homeowners contacted Quality 1st Basement Systems for a free estimate on their sinking sidewalks in front and along side their apartment. The sidewalks were uneven and creating a tripping hazard where people needed to watch their step each time they walked by. The homeowners had enough and decided it was time to repair them. Thankfully they heard that Quality 1st Basement Systems had a permanent solution for this type of concern. 

Concrete Repair Specialist, Jeff Pitek measured up to 6 inches in settlement throughout the entire area. 6 inches of sinking slab can definitely cause someone harm if they aren't watching where they step. Jeff reassured the homeowners that they would not have to replace the sidewalk area since PolyLevel could raise the slabs back to their original state.  

The crew drilled small penny-size holes into each sinking slab. PolyLevel foam is injected underneath the slab where it expands and hardens raising and stabilizing the slab. PolyLevel causes no disturbance to the surrounding area of the home and within 15 minutes of the sidewalks being elevated, anyone could walk on it. The homeowners were amazed at the transformation of their sidewalk and so were the neighbors. Seeing how fast and efficient PolyLevel was, neighbors wanted Quality 1st Basement Systems to inspect their sidewalks as well. Quality 1st Basement Systems was happy they had another satisfied customer. 

When Juan P. walked into his basement one day and noticed it smelled of must, he knew that air freshener would not be enough.  He immediately began researching companies that could help him solve the must problem. He came across Quality 1st Basement Systems, and immediately gave them a call.  Within a few days, Wilver Cardoza met with the homeowner to inspect the problem.

In a single day, Wilver and his crew came in and installed SaniDry.  SaniDry is a dehumidification system that will eliminate the musty smell in the air and replace it with fresh, clean smelling air.

With the SaniDry system in place, Juan no longer has to cover his nose to go into his basement.  With help from the professionals at Quality 1st Basement Systems, Juan has a fresh-smelling, healthy basement that he can happily enjoy with his family.

When professional contractor Don P. found that he had a problem even he couldn’t solve, he knew he needed a professional company he that could trust to come in and do the work.  Don called upon Quality 1st Basement Systems to come out and help him solve his problem.  Don met with waterproofing specialist Dan McNally who inspected the water problem.

Dan explained that Don’s water troubles were caused by water seepage coming through his basement walls and flooding his basement.  William and his crew were called in to begin the waterproofing process. CleanSpace wall covering was installed to eliminate the water seepage and effectively drain the water.  Next, a WaterGuard system to drain the water out of the home.  A TripleSafe sump pump and IceGuard discharge line were also installed to protect the basement from flooding and any weather condition or scenario. 

Don understands the joy that fixing a home can be, but he also understands the hardship of not being able to solve a problem.  At Quality 1st Basement Systems no matter the situation a problem will always be solved, and Don’s flooding problems have become a thing of the past.

A finished basement is always a great room to have but when Alicia C. found that flooding could potentially ruin her basement, she needed professional help immediately.   She hopped on the internet and began researching companies that could help her.  Alicia stumbled upon Quality 1st Basement Systems and decided to give them a call.

Soon after, she was met by waterproofing specialist Jeff who knew that they needed to work fast to prevent the demise of the basement.  Over the course of a single day, Wilver and his crew came in and installed CleanSpace walling, to prevent the water seepage from the walls to flood the basement.  A WaterGuard and LawnScape were then installed, which will be used to drain the current water out into Alicia’s lawn.  Finally, a SuperSump sump pump and IceGuard were installed to prevent future flooding in any weather condition or situation.

With Alicia’s finished basement saved from the flooding, Alicia can now go on to refinish her basement in peace and knows that the professionals at Quality 1st Basement Systems  are there to help with any of her waterproofing needs.