East Orange is one of Essex County’s oldest cities, originally developing as a residential extension of Newark in the late 19th century.
The city grew rapidly with the expansion of rail lines and streetcar routes, attracting professionals, industrial workers, and civic leaders seeking housing just west of Newark’s urban core.
Much of East Orange’s early development coincided with the rise of regional manufacturing and transportation corridors that shaped North Jersey’s economy.
East Orange is also closely tied to Newark’s economic and cultural influence. Major institutions like Prudential Financial, headquartered nearby in Newark, and Rutgers University–Newark helped anchor employment, education, and long-term housing demand across both cities.
Today, East Orange features a mix of historic single-family homes, classic multi-family properties, and revitalized residential corridors in neighborhoods like Ampere, Greenwood, Doddtown, and Elmwood.
Much of East Orange’s housing stock was built before modern drainage and foundation waterproofing standards existed. Stone, brick, and early poured concrete foundations are common, particularly in homes built between the 1890s and 1940s.
Combined with dense development, limited lot grading, and aging stormwater infrastructure, these foundations are routinely exposed to groundwater pressure, runoff, and sewer surcharge during heavy rain events.
United Waterproofing installs a patent-pending waterproofing and foundation repair system designed specifically for East Orange’s urban soil conditions, housing density, and regional weather patterns.
In East Orange, basement water issues are rarely caused by one factor alone.
Many homes are built close together, sharing runoff paths, aging sewer lines, and limited exterior drainage. During heavy rain, water moves laterally across properties and into foundations, leading to moisture intrusion.
This can result in:
Because these issues are tied to urban runoff and groundwater behavior, surface fixes and interior sealants often fail. Long-term protection requires controlling water before it reaches the foundation.
United Waterproofing designs integrated systems that manage groundwater, relieve pressure, and stabilize foundations in dense urban environments. Every system is engineered specifically for East Orange’s soil conditions, property layout, and water flow patterns.
Our solutions include:
With 25+ years of experience, every installation is completed by our own trained crews and protected by a Lifetime, One-Time Transferable Warranty, adding long-term security and resale value to East Orange homes.
United Waterproofing proudly serves homeowners throughout East Orange and surrounding Essex County communities, including:
From historic multi-family buildings to single-family homes on tight urban lots, we deliver custom waterproofing and foundation repair solutions built for East Orange’s specific challenges.
Contact us today to get your free estimate on our waterproofing services and products.
