Plainfield was officially incorporated as a city on April 21, 1869, following decades of growth as a commuter suburb along the Central Railroad of New Jersey. By the late 1800s, Plainfield had earned the nickname “The Queen City” due to its large Victorian homes, tree-lined streets, and affluent residential expansion.
Between 1890 and 1940, much of Plainfield’s housing stock was constructed in neighborhoods such as Netherwood, Sleepy Hollow, Hillside Avenue, and Crescent Avenue. These homes commonly feature stone, brick, or early poured-concrete foundations, built long before exterior perimeter drainage and modern waterproofing systems were standard practice.
Plainfield receives approximately 49 inches of rain and 22 inches of snow annually and suffers from poorly drained, clay-rich soils, which put pressure on basement walls and cause cracks that lead to leaks. Without a proper waterproofing and drainage system in place, hydrostatic pressure from pooling water causes cracks to expand until foundation damage occurs.
United Waterproofing developed a pending patent for basement waterproofing and foundation repairs to address hydrostatic pressure and other moisture-related concerns in Plainfield, helping keep basements dry in poorly draining areas.
Many homes in Plainfield were constructed with solid masonry foundations that lack exterior drainage systems. When heavy rain saturates the surrounding soil, pressure builds laterally against basement walls and upward beneath slabs, resulting in:
These issues originate below grade and prevent cosmetic sealants and interior patches from sufficiently resolving the underlying pressure. Only proper waterproofing intercepts water before it reaches the foundation system, preventing hydrostatic pressure from cracking and bowing basement walls and footings.
United Waterproofing designs complete groundwater management systems that control subsurface flow, relieve structural pressure, and reinforce foundation integrity. Each installation is engineered to match your property’s elevation, soil density, and construction type.
Our solutions include:
With over 25 years of field experience, our in-house team completes every installation and provides a Lifetime, One-Time Transferable Warranty, ensuring long-term structural protection and preserving property value.
United Waterproofing serves homeowners throughout Plainfield and surrounding Union County communities, including:
From historic Victorian foundations to mid-century residential builds, get complete waterproofing and foundation repair systems engineered for Plainfield’s soil and drainage conditions.
