Our award-winning team has hundreds of years of combined experience in Poquoson’s unique coastal and low-lying terrain. We have been voted Coastal VA’s “Best Of – Foundation Repair” winner since 2018 and have earned a 4.9 / 5.0 Google rating. Here is why Poquoson homeowners trust BAY:
Over 4,000+ ★★★★★ reviews
Photos included with free inspections
Flexible and customized options
Great discounts and financing
Excellent long-term warranties
Great communication
#1 Rated Foundation Repair Experts in Poquoson, VA
As the leading foundation repair experts serving Poquoson, BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair specializes exclusively in customized, high-quality foundation repair solutions designed to safeguard your home’s foundation and structural health with lasting results.
Our solutions are engineered specifically for Poquoson’s climate, addressing the challenges of humidity, and soil conditions to protect your home’s foundation and maintain optimal indoor air quality.
Poquoson presents a unique challenge for homeowners because our region is not built on a single type of ground. Depending on which side of the city you live in, your home is likely battling one of two distinct soil enemies: Expansive Marine Clay or Sandy Washout.
Top Local Ratings for Foundation Repair
Our consistently high ratings across Google, Angi, Facebook, NextDoor, and the Better Business Bureau reflect our unwavering dedication to exceptional customer service, quality craftsmanship, and delivering outstanding value year after year.
We have ranked #1 for crawl space repair in Hampton Roads for 11 years (Google: 2015-2025), ranked top 5% in the USA with Super Service Awards for 8 years (Angi: 2017-2025), were voted Best of Foundation Repair locally for 8 years (CoVA BIZ 2018-2025), were voted "Best of the Best" nationally, and we also won the "Best Places to Work" award (CoVA BIZ).
‘BEST OF THE BEST’ National Award Winner Since 2020
BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair has been named ‘BEST OF THE BEST' National Award Winner since 2020, showcasing our unwavering commitment to excellence in crawl space and foundation solutions. Watch our 4-minute video to see how we earned this prestigious honor!
We’ve Helped Over 100 Homeowners in Poquoson
Having serviced over 15,000 homes, we’ve seen everything there is to see. Most likely, we’ve helped one of your neighbors. Feel free to explore the addresses of the home’s we’ve serviced in the past 10 years.
Guaranteed Foundation Repair Solutions in Poquoson, VA
We guarantee all of our solutions for common foundation repair problems found throughout Poquoson. All of our solutions come with long-term warranties, which transfer with the home if you ever decide to sell. This adds value to the home & helps your home sell for a premium. Some common foundation issues include:
Poquoson, affectionately known as “Bull Island,” presents a very specific set of challenges for foundations due to its extremely low elevation and proximity to the Chesapeake Bay and Poquoson River. Your home is likely battling one of these issues:
1. The Coastal Problem: Sandy Washout & High Water Tables
Common in: Messick, Roberts Landing, and areas near the marshes. Most of Poquoson is built on sandy, porous soil with an incredibly high water table. While sand doesn’t expand like clay, it is highly susceptible to washout.
The Tidal Factor: Constant tidal fluctuations and coastal flooding don’t just sit on the surface; they flow through the soil under your home.
The Void Effect: As water recedes, it carries fine sand particles with it. Over time, this creates hollow voids under your footings, causing heavy masonry elements like chimneys to tilt or corners of the home to sink.
2. The Interior Problem: Saturated Soft Soils
Common in: Wythe Creek and newer developments inland. Even away from the immediate shoreline, Poquoson’s land is often saturated.
Soil Softening: Chronic moisture softens the ground, causing the weight of your home to slowly “dip” into the earth.
We use engineered solutions to bypass Poquoson’s unstable surface soils and anchor your home to deep, load-bearing strata.
1. Push Piers (For Heavy Settlement)
Best For: Heavy brick homes, coastal properties, and sinking chimneys. We drive high-strength steel tubes deep into the ground until they hit bedrock or load-bearing soil. This allows us to stabilize your home and lock it in place, completely independent of the shifting sand.
2. Rebar Reinforced Concrete Underpinning
Best For: Lightweight structures, porches, and irregular foundations. Ideal for many of Poquoson’s older coastal cottages and home additions where traditional piers may not be the primary choice. This system strengthens the foundation footprint to prevent future “dipping.”
3. Crawl Space Foundation Jacks
Best For: Sagging interior floors and bouncy hallways. Given Poquoson’s moisture levels, wood-framed floors often suffer. If your exterior walls are fine but your floors are unlevel, we use industrial-grade steel jacks to support over-spanned joists or failing interior piers.
Frequently Asked Questions: Poquoson Foundation Repair
Q: Is “settling” just part of living in Poquoson? A: While some movement is common in coastal areas, “structural movement” is a red flag. If you see stair-step cracks in brick or leaning chimneys, your foundation needs professional stabilization to prevent further damage.
Q: How much does foundation repair cost in Poquoson? A: Minor stabilization often ranges from $4,500 to $7,000, while major projects involving multiple piers can range from $15,000 to $30,000+. We provide exact quotes during our free inspection.
Q: Does flood insurance cover foundation settlement? A: Typically, no. Standard flood and homeowners’ insurance policies do not cover gradual settlement or erosion. However, we offer financing plans with payments as low as $125/month.
Serving All Poquoson Neighborhoods
Messick, Roberts Landing, Wythe Creek, Little Florida, Cheadle, York Woods, and all surrounding coastal areas.
Our Reviews Reflect Our Commitment to Taking Great Care of Our Customers
“It was an easy decision to choose Bay Crawl Space over the three other estimates I had gotten—not only was the price reasonable based on my research, but Jamie was the only salesperson who described more than one option that I could choose. The scheduling was very smooth! I am confident that if I have any problems, I can call & they will resolve them.”
– Diane Taylor
“I am delighted with the crawl space encapsulation completed by Bay Crawl Space and Foundation Repair. What I particularly appreciate about BAY is their attention to detail and commitment to excellence. They were punctual and very much worth the value. I highly recommend Bay Crawl Space and Foundation to anyone looking for excellent service and an affordable product.”
– Leslie Ballard
“Our experience with Bay Crawl Space & Foundation Repair was outstanding. From first contact everything was smooth and made as easy as possible for us. We were kept informed every step of the process via email, phone, and/or text. The work was top-notch. The cost was extremely reasonable. We were impressed that Bay did not try to sell services that weren’t required.”
– T.a. Lackey
“We had our crawlspace encapsulated by BAY three years ago at a fraction of the cost of JES’s estimate. The work was done on time and to exceptional standards. The office has been courteous, the workers arrived on time, and the work was accomplished as promised. BAY gets my highest recommendation.”
– Bob Essman
“Prompt, professional, and honest. I had an independent civil engineer out to inspect prior to the BAY CS&FR visit. I was afraid I might be oversold on repairs I didn’t need. This was not the case. BAY made the same observations and gave same explanations or better. Great job BAY on hiring honest and competent assessors. Very professional, will work with you again!”
– Zachary Frey
“I’m super pleased with the work Bay did us, it made a difference almost immediately. Our service advisor, Beau, did an excellent job of identifying the issues in our crawl and offering reasonably priced solutions. The team they sent out to do the work was awesome. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient!”
– David Green
“After shopping companies and getting several bids on the same project,we chose Bay Crawl because of their reputation and price. They had our whole house leveled and stabilized in two days. Left our property cleaner than they found it with a smile on their face. Do NOT plan your next project without getting an estimate from Bay Crawl.”
– Ryan Simpson
“My experience was nothing but the best with Bay Crawl Space. The price was much more affordable than what another company quoted. Scheduling was easy and painless. They were professional and treated my home as if it was their own. They left me feeling very confident in my decision to go with Bay.”
