Service area · Passaic County, NJ
Basement waterproofing in Paterson, NJ
Paterson grew around the Great Falls of the Passaic River, and the river has flooded parts of the city repeatedly. Dense older housing, low riverside neighborhoods and steep hillside streets make basement flooding and seepage common.
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- Neighborhoods
- Eastside, Riverside, Hillcrest, Totowa section
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What kind of homes and basements does Paterson have?
Riverside and South Paterson have many early 20th-century multi-family homes on stone and brick foundations; the Eastside and Hillcrest have larger homes on sloped lots. Low areas near the Passaic have shallow groundwater.
What causes basement and foundation problems in Paterson?
Passaic River flooding
Riverside blocks have flooded in major storms; sump capacity, backup power and elevated utilities reduce damage.
Hillside runoff
Homes on Garret Mountain's slopes and Hillcrest take runoff at uphill walls.
Old stone foundations
Rubble-stone foundations in multi-family homes leak through mortar joints.
Multi-unit coordination
In multi-family buildings, basement work affects every unit; written scopes help owners plan.
Which basement services do Paterson homeowners need most?
- Sump Pump Installation & Repair in Paterson
- Interior Drainage Systems
- Sandstone & Stone Foundation Repair
- Yard Drainage, Grading & Downspouts
Also available in Paterson: sump pump service, leaking crack repair, and every service on our full list of 19 basement services.
Who serves Paterson, and how does a call work?
- Neighborhoods
- Eastside, Riverside, Hillcrest, Totowa section, Peoples Park, South Paterson
- County / state
- Passaic County, New Jersey
What do Paterson homeowners ask most?
What should I do before a Passaic River flood?
Move valuables up, test the sump and backup, make sure the discharge is clear, and know how to shut off utilities. After water recedes, dry the basement quickly to limit mold.
Does a Paterson contractor need to be registered?
New Jersey requires home improvement contractors to register with the Division of Consumer Affairs.
Why does my Paterson basement leak only on one wall?
On sloped lots the uphill wall carries the runoff. Grading and drainage on that side usually solve it.
Where can I verify this information about Paterson, NJ?
- 1FEMA: Flood Map Service CenterCheck whether a property in Paterson, NJ is in a mapped flood zone before finishing a basement.
- 2U.S. Census Bureau: QuickFactsHousing and population facts for Paterson, NJ, including the age of local housing stock.
- 3U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: RadonWhy basements in Paterson, NJ should be tested for radon, and how sealed sumps fit with mitigation.
- 4USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service: Web Soil SurveyLook up soil drainage class and shrink-swell potential for any lot in Paterson, NJ.
- 5Federal Trade Commission: Hiring a ContractorWhat to check before hiring: licensing, insurance, written estimates and payment terms.
What should Paterson homeowners read before calling?
Which areas near Paterson are covered?
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By calling, you agree to be connected with an independent waterproofing contractor, who may call or text you back about your request at the number you call from. Calls may be recorded for quality and routing. Consent is not a condition of any purchase; you can opt out at any time, and message and data rates may apply. Privacy policy.