Has your home’s subfloor sustained damage? Find out whether you need repair or replacement by contacting BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair for a free inspection.
Subfloor Replacement & Repair in Williamsburg, VA
The subfloor in a home refers to the foundation for a floor. It is the next layer above the joists and serves as the foundation for both the underlayment and surface levels of flooring. As such, it plays a vital role within your home, even if it is rarely seen or thought about.
If you notice an issue with your home’s subfloor, it’s essential that you schedule swift repair or replacement. Here in Hampton Roads, VA and surrounding areas, your premier choice for subfloor repair and replacement services is BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair.
During our free inspection, our team will determine the cause of the issue and recommend either repair or replacement. We’ll then get to work on overseeing a professional and lasting solution to ensure that your home’s floors are placed on a solid foundation.
If you live in Williamsburg, simply contact us to request your free inspection.
Common Subfloor Problems to Be Aware Of
As noted above, it’s likely that a homeowner will only ever think about their home’s subfloor when there is an issue. Let’s take a look at some of those common issues that you should be aware of.
Water Damage
There are a number of signs that your subfloor is wet and has sustained water damage, depending on the type of flooring you have. These include noticing a spongy feeling in the affected area, peeling or bubbling in linoleum, loose sections in a tile floor, warping of a hardwood floor, and lifting in a laminate floor. Another possible sign of water damage is mold growth, likely accompanied by a musty and unpleasant odor.
Common causes of a wet subfloor include burst pipes, flooding following a storm, appliance leaks, and plumbing leaks. Depending on the extent of the damage, our team will determine whether repair or replacement of the subfloor is required.
Popped or Cracked Tiles
If your home has tiles, another sign of an issue with the subfloor is if you hear popping or cracking noises while stepping on a tile.
Given that a tile, properly adhered to the floor, should last for decades before becoming loose, it’s a sign that something is wrong. There are a number of potential causes here, including the wrong subfloor material used as well as moisture.
Soft Floors
When floors become soft and spongy, they lose their strength to support the home. Soft floors can be dangerous because it’s possible for someone to step through the floor and injure themselves.
If you aren’t sure what is causing the issue, it’s recommended that you schedule a free inspection from a member of our expert team.
Mold or Mildew
Another sign that you have moisture damage is the smell of mold or mildew, which can seriously affect a home’s wooden subfloor. Mold and mildew can have a serious health impact on both humans and animals, so if you suspect there is an issue within your flooring, it’s important to take swift action.
Uneven Floors
Uneven or sagging sections of flooring typically point to issues with the subfloor beneath. Common causes of uneven floors include poor installation and moisture damage. If you notice uneven floors in your home, don’t delay to contact our expert team to schedule repair or replacement.
Bubbling Tiles
Both linoleum and vinyl plank flooring are prone to bubbling and it isn’t always a reason to worry. However, it may be caused by water damage, which can present an issue. Therefore, it’s important to schedule a free inspection to determine the cause of the issue and whether or not you have a damaged subfloor.
The Customer Journey
Repairing or replacing your home’s subfloor is as easy as 1, 2, 3 with BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair. Check out our 3-step process.
Step 1: Schedule Your Free Inspection
If you suspect your home’s subfloor has sustained damage, the first step is to schedule a free inspection. You can call us at 757-460-0444 or click the link below.
During the inspection, a member of our team will determine the cause and solution of the issue and provide you with a free estimate.
Step 2: Subfloor Repairs
Next, our team will get to work either on the repair or replacement of your subfloor. We will perform our work at a time and date suitable to you.
Rest assured that our technicians are highly experienced and that we are fully licensed and insured. We also offer financing with low monthly payments.
Step 3: Get Lasting Peace of Mind
We have more than 1,500 5-star ratings, highlighting our reputation as a leading subfloor repair and replacement service. You can count on our superior expertise and special methods and enjoy lasting peace of mind following the completion of our work.
Methods for Subfloor Repair & Replacement
There are multiple options for subfloor repair, depending on several factors, such as the severity & location of the damage.
Subfloor Plating from Below
This method uses up to 4 foot strips of plywood, to support damaged plywood from below. New 3/4″ plywood is held below the old plywood, with 2×4’s and structural screws, fastened to the floor joists. This method is the least invasive but also can be considered a bandaid solution. In our experience, that depends on the quality of the installation. Great subfloor plating installations are not easy but can be an effective solution for damaged subfloor.
Subfloor Replacement
Subfloor replacement is exactly what it sounds like… removal and replacement of the subfloor. This process is highly skill intensive. We do not recommend anyone attempt this without extensive carpentry experience. There are numerous ‘wrong ways’ to replace a subfloor, that leave a compromised foundation for your floors. We have conducted over 50 specialized carpentry trainings (~30 minutes each) with our crews to teach the necessary skills. At BAY, we are carpenters by trade.
Schedule Your Subfloor Replacement or Repair
If you have or suspect an issue with your home’s subfloor, it’s essential that you don’t avoid it. Contact the professionals at BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair today and schedule your free inspection. We’ll work to determine whether your home requires subfloor replacement or repair and oversee quality work that you can count on.
About BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair
BAY is an award-winning crawl space and foundation repair contractor, specailizing in subfloor replacement. We’re proud to service an 80-mile radius around our Norfolk, VA headquarters, Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 5 pm.
BAY is best known for having amazing reviews (quality & quantity), superior expertise, special methods, and affordable pricing options. We have the ‘Best of the Best’ on our team. Our All-Star Team delivers great customer experiences and the best quality for a great price.
Our reputation in the Hampton Roads community is with homeowners, engineers, city permitting offices, home services professionals, and online as a crawl space foundation repair contractor is outstanding.
We have ranked #1 for crawl space repair in Hampton Roads for 8 years (Google: 2015-2023), ranked top 5% in the USA with Super Service Awards for 7 years (Angi: 2017-2023), were voted Best of Foundation Repair locally for 6 years (CoVA BIZ 2018-2023), were voted “Best of the Best” nationally for the foundation repair category, and won the “Best Places to Work” award (CoVA BIZ).
Voted #1 for Crawl Space & Foundation Repair in Williamsburg
Our award-winning team of experts have hundreds of years of collective experience in crawl space and foundation repair. Here are a few reasons why our customers love us:
Over 2500 ★★★★★ reviews
Photos included with free inspections
Flexible and customized options
Great Discounts and financing
Excellent long-term warranties
Great communication
BAY has Guaranteed Solutions for Foundation Issues in Williamsburg, VA.
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.”
