The Drying Co

Basement Waterproofing, Insulation, Energy Efficiency Auditing,

About us

The Drying Co. has been serving Greater Richmond & the Virginia Peninsulas since 2002. We are a Home Performance Contractor specializing in Attics, Basements, Crawl Spaces, Foundations, and Gutters. Our goal is to deliver comfortable, energy-efficient, durable, and healthy home & building environments for all of our customers. We understand that no home is exactly like another, so we take all the time you need to discuss your concerns and goals. We then perform a thorough inspection of your home and develop a plan to achieve your goals. We want to make sure our customers are comfortable with the recommendations we make, so we will spend all the time you need to answer your questions. Our services include; Attic & Home insulation, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation, Foundation Repair, Duct Insulation, Dehumidifiers & Sump Pumps, and Seamless Metal Gutters with Leaf Protection Options.

Business highlights

22 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Home & Attic Insulation, Attic Air Sealing, Radon Testing & Mitigation, Duct Sealing & Aeroseal, Foundation Repair, Seamless Metal Gutters, Gutter Covers, Foundation Drainage, Foundation Waterproofing, Foundation Repair & Stabilization

Services we don't offer

Yard Drainage, concrete lifting & leveling

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5% off $1,700 or more *restrictions apply, ask for details*



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa


Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.746 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
80%
4
9%
3
4%
2
2%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.4
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8

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Showing 26-46 of 46 reviews

Leoncio D.
03/2021
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Very well!
Description of Work: Insulation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and review us! We appreciate your feedback. Please feel free to reach out if there is ever anything else we can do to help.

Danny R.
10/2019
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Cancelled Estimate
Description of Work: Crawlspace encapsulation
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$16,000

Response from The Drying Co
Thanks so much, [Member Name Removed]! Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do to help!

Mike M.
01/2019
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I did not hire this company
Description of Work: Waterproofing a basement
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Jan K.
04/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Great
Description of Work: Sealed my crawl space to shield against moisture.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$52,000

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us and share honest feedback about your experience! It certainly helps other homeowners decide who to trust and invite to their home!

David W.
04/2016
5.0
insulation, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
Prior to the work my crawl space was a wet nasty, rodent and snake infested mess. Afterwards, it was clean, dry, bright and white. The air in the house no longer gets musty. My heating bills went down 25%. I referred the Drying Company to my parents, and neighbors, and they were similarly pleased with the results. Should I relocate, I will never live in another house that does not have an encapsulated crawl space.
Description of Work: Crawl space encapsulation. Installed full liner in crawlspace. Spray foam insulated band boards.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

Response from The Drying Co
We are very happy to hear that you noticed energy savings in the months after we encapsulated your crawl space! We cannot thank you enough for referring us to other people in your life that we help...that is the highest compliment! Also, thank you for taking the time to share some honest feedback online so other homeowners know who to trust with their home!

Steve R.
04/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing, energy audit, foundation repair, insulation, roofing
  + 3 more
The process went very smoothly. There were several teams that worked on my project. The initial workers removed all of the old insulation and trash left under the house during construction, and cleaned the joists. Later a perimeter drain system was installed, and the final job was to insulate the foundation perimeter and install the vapor barrier. All the work was done in a professional manner and the workers were all very courteous. They were on time and on budget.
Description of Work: Encapsulation of crawl space

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you for giving a detailed description of how we helped you! That is very helpful for other homeowners who are not sure what to expect and are deciding which contractor to trust. We are more than happy to serve you! Let us know if there is anything we can help you with in the future!

Bruce T.
04/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
The result was excellent.
Description of Work: Provided a conditioned crawl space.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you for sharing your feedback!

De'Ionne C.
04/2016
4.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
did not have service performed
Description of Work: can't recall

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you so much for taking the time to share about your experience!

Charles C.
02/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
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Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you for the review!

William S.
01/2016
5.0
remodeling, insulation
  + 0 more
I was referred to The Drying Company by a neighbor who had similar work done. I was seeking blown in cellulose between floors as a noise suppressor. The representative was at my home within days to give me different options with detailed information of each. I found the representative to be very knowledgeable in all aspects of insulation and provided me with an estimate of my choice for the blown in cellulose. I found the estimate was very reasonable and we drew up a contract the day. I was given a two week estimated start date and two days to complete the job. I was very happy that they stated the job a week early, and that the two part job requiring two different crews was coordinated to have the two crews there on the same day for a few hours each to complete the job in one day! Everyone involved was very knowledgeable and courteous from getting the estimate to cleaning up. I will use this company again as needed and recommend they to friends and neighbors.
Description of Work: Blown in Cellulous Insulation between floors for noise suppression.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you for taking the time to give a detailed review about your experience! It's our pleasure to help you!

Manfred K.
12/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing, doors, insulation
  + 1 more
The job went well. We needed to encapsulate the crawl space because the hardwood floors we installed in December of the previous year were cupping, both above the crawl space and in our sun room, which was built on top of an existing deck. The reason we elected to go with The Drying Company was they offered options based on our needs rather than a set package. For instance, rather than telling us that we needed a 20ml liner, they offered a 12ml liner, which was a more reasonable cost and our crawl space did not need a 20ml liner. They also offered spray foaming the crawl walls rather than foam board. They also recommended on their own we consider spray foaming underneath our two sun rooms to better insulated the floors and help reduce the moisture content of the sun room wood floors. The lead time to start our project was 3 weeks. They estimated it would take 3 days to complete the project. The first team arrived as planned and cleaned the crawl space of debris and the old 6ml barrier and then installed the new 12ml vapor barrier. The next day was to be the foam insulation work, however, the foam truck needed an inspection and the work was moved back a couple of days. Once the insulation work started the job was quickly completed. When the existing plywood was removed from underneath the two sun rooms, several boards were broken and replaced with new ones. They removed all the old boards and cleaned the area. The only negative was when they replaced the plywood it was done wrong and needed to be trimmed with a cable saw which was not a clean cut. The company also provided a wireless hygrometer to monitor the temp and humidity in the crawl space. Since we encapsulated the crawl space the humidity has stabilized from the mid 60% to 40% and the temperature is around 65 degrees. We are running the dehumidifier at 40% until we can see the cupping in the hardwood floor relax and the boards go back to their natural state.
Description of Work: Encapsulated crawl space by replacing existing vapor barrier with 12ml liner (1,200sq ft). Insulated crawl walls with 1.5" of foam insulation (900 sq ft). Spray foamed Rim and Bands and all electrical and plumbing openings in floor. Spray foam insulation underneath two sun rooms (200 sq ft each) and replaced plywood cover. Fabricated a Thermax 1.55" access door behind existing crawl door.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,600

Response from The Drying Co
We are so pleased to read your review! We are committed to offering homeowners custom solutions that meet their needs and goals. Thank you for taking the time to give others a detailed description about your experience!

Doug P.
09/2015
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you for your review!

Frank G.
08/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing, remodeling, insulation
  + 1 more
They were excellent from the estimate to completion of the job. The crew was outstanding! Very professional and took the time to explain the process fully.
Description of Work: They insulated crawl spaces in the attic, which opened to the Bonus Room and in the garage. They also insulated the master bed room and floor between the garage and Bonus Room

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,515

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you so much for your review!

Brian D.
03/2015
3.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
They came out and looked. Said they'd get back to me. Never did. I emailed, no response.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

C Ronald P.
01/2015
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair, roofing
  + 1 more
Joe and his staff are professional, dependable and stand fully behind their work. After verbal discussion of the project(s) they describe in writing what they intend to do and the costs. They regularly update us on the progress and this time they were able to minimize the original cost saving us several hundreds of dollars.
Description of Work: Basement wall was allowing ground water to enter. They repaired, waterproofed and painted the wall. This was in follow up of major repair and waterproofing and painting of the entire basement floor several years ago. This time they also renewed the roof coatings on two balcony flat roofs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you for taking the time to share a review!

MaryLynn T.
12/2014
5.0
energy audit
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from The Drying Co
Thanks for your review!

EDWARD A.
10/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Everything went well, and I was happy with the services. They were honest and upfront, didn't try to sell unnecessary services, and completed the job quickly. I appreciated that they took the appropriate precautions when doing the work since the insulation can be toxic during its application process.
Description of Work: They insulated the ban board in my crawl space and installed a dehumidifier.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,700

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you so much for your review! This is exactly the impression we want to leave people with each time they invite us to their home!

Jean D.
05/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
He was very professional, punctual, and responsive. We are still deciding on a provider to do this work.
Description of Work: They gave a quote for work we are having done in our crawlspace.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you for the review! And thank you for your business--it looks like you ended up hiring us after posting this!

Donald L.
11/2013
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Fantastic
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you so much for this review!

Arleen G.
04/2013
5.0
insulation, remodeling, energy audit
  + 1 more
The representative (Matt) arrived on time as scheduled. He was very professional and explained all of my options. A verbal estimate was followed up with a written quote. All of this was completed over a couple of days.
Description of Work: I obtained a quote to possibly add insulation in the attached garage area.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from The Drying Co
Great! Thank you for this review!

larry S.
02/2013
5.0
insulation, remodeling, energy audit
  + 1 more
They did a great job! they didn't trash my yard ,and cleaned up nicely. The installers were very polite. I would definitely recommend.
Description of Work: Installed insulation , Tripol foam, blew into walls from outside, they had to remove the aluminum siding.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Response from The Drying Co
Thank you so much for this review!
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Contact information

3005 John Deere Rd, Toano, VA 23168

http://www.TheDryingCo.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2705085852
Trade License Locale
VA
Trade License Authority
Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Trade License Expiration
08/31/2024

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
Yes
Energy Star Partner
Yes
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Basement Waterproofing,
Insulation,
Energy Efficiency Auditing,
Foundation Repair,
Gutters,
Radon Detection & Reduction

FAQ

The Drying Co is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

The Drying Co accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, The Drying Co offers free project estimates.
Yes, The Drying Co offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Drying Co does not offer a senior discount.
No, The Drying Co does not offer emergency services.
Yes, The Drying Co offers warranties.
The Drying Co offers the following services: Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Home & Attic Insulation, Attic Air Sealing, Radon Testing & Mitigation, Duct Sealing & Aeroseal, Foundation Repair, Seamless Metal Gutters, Gutter Covers, Foundation Drainage, Foundation Waterproofing, Foundation Repair & Stabilization
Yard Drainage, concrete lifting & leveling

Contact information

3005 John Deere Rd, Toano, VA 23168

http://www.TheDryingCo.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed