Piscataway is one of the oldest municipalities in New Jersey, first settled in 1666 and officially incorporated in 1798.
Its early development centered around farming, river trade, and land grants along the Raritan River, making it a foundational part of Middlesex County’s colonial history.
Large tracts of land remained agricultural well into the 19th century, shaping the township’s wide residential layouts and mix of old and new housing stock.
Significant residential and institutional growth occurred after World War II, particularly from 1950 through the 1980s, as Piscataway became home to major campuses such as Rutgers University and Middlesex College.
Neighborhoods like New Market, River Road, and Possumtown developed with a combination of mid-century homes, split-levels, and later subdivisions—many built before modern foundation drainage and waterproofing standards were established.
Piscataway receives approximately 48 inches of rainfall and 23 inches of snow each year, and its combination of flat terrain, clay-heavy soils, and proximity to the Raritan River makes basements vulnerable to groundwater pressure.
Homes near river corridors, former wetlands, or low-lying interior lots often experience seepage, humidity, and foundation stress, even when flooding is not visible at the surface.
That’s why United Waterproofing installs a patent-pending basement waterproofing and foundation repair system engineered specifically for Piscataway’s soil conditions, lot layouts, and seasonal water patterns.
In Piscataway, basement water problems are frequently caused by high groundwater levels combined with flat grading. When heavy rain or upstream river flow saturates the soil, water presses laterally against foundation walls and upward beneath basement slabs.
This often leads to:
Because these issues originate below the foundation, surface sealants, dehumidifiers, or temporary fixes rarely provide lasting protection. Effective waterproofing requires intercepting groundwater and relieving pressure at the structural level.
United Waterproofing designs integrated systems that manage groundwater, relieve basement pressure, and stabilize foundations in flat, river-influenced communities like Piscataway. Every system is engineered specifically for your property’s soil profile, elevation, and drainage conditions.
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 protection and resale value to Piscataway homes.
United Waterproofing proudly serves homeowners throughout Piscataway and surrounding Middlesex County communities, including:
From historic riverfront homes to mid-century neighborhoods and newer subdivisions, we provide custom waterproofing and foundation repair solutions tailored to Piscataway’s unique soil and groundwater conditions.
