Project Manager
Employed Since: 2010-06-12
Hometown: Glenside
Hobbies: Reading , working-out - coaching flag football 🏈
Certifications: Certified waterproofing specialist / Certified egress installer / Certified Crawlspace Specialist/ completed 32hrsSpruce Radon certification
About Steve Custus:
With well over a decade in the industry Steve is one of the top Project managers in Pennsylvania. Right out of high school Steve started out Waterproofing Basements as a helper and now has personally installed over 3,100 jobs. Steve has worked his way up the ranks over the past 16 years through dedication & hard work. Our customers tell us that his problem solving skills are like no other.
West Chester, PA
February 20, 2025
To prevent mold growth and flooding in crawl spaces, consider the following steps: GrateDrain drainage system • Encapsulation: Install a vapor barrier to block moisture from the ground. • Dehumidification: Use dehumidifiers to maintain optimal humidity levels. • Sump Pumps: Install sump pumps to prevent water accumulation. • Regular Inspections: Periodically check for signs of moisture or mold growth.
Flourtown, PA
January 7, 2022
To help resolved this issued for the Flourtown homeowner who was struggling with groundwater in her basement, even after trying to extend gutters and install a new roof. Here’s how we turned things around: 🔹 We installed the GreatDrain Perimeter Drain System around the entire basement to address and prevent ground-water from entering. 🔹 Our Patent Moisture Vapor Barrier ThermalShield was applied to create a long-lasting moisture barrier. 🔹 For the basement’s humidity, we installed the WiseAire Energy Efficient Dehumidifier, ensuring optimal air quality and dryness. The result? A dry basement, no more water or moisture, and a happy homeowner! 🌟 She even left us a glowing Google review sharing her satisfaction with our work. If you’re facing similar issues, contact Jamison Basement Waterproofing today for a permanent solution! 💧🏡
Philadelphia, PA
January 4, 2022
Our project manager led by Steve Custus quickly assessed the situation and designed a comprehensive solution to meet the necessary requirements for both safety and code compliance. Here’s what we did: 🔹 Egress Window Installation: We expertly installed a custom egress window to provide a safe, code-compliant exit from the basement. The installation included proper excavation, window well installation, and ensuring the window met Philadelphia’s building code standards. 🔹 Building Permit & Inspection: After the window was installed, we coordinated with the local authorities to ensure that the work was up to code and applied for the necessary building permits. Once the work was completed, the investor was able to pass the inspection with flying colors. The Results: Within a few days, the egress window was fully installed, the building passed inspection, and the property was back on the market. The investor was able to sell the home and move forward with his project, all thanks to Jamison Basement Waterproofing providing a timely, professional, and code-compliant solution. Why Choose Jamison Basement Waterproofing? When it comes to basement safety, we don’t just meet expectations we exceed them. Whether you’re a homeowner or an investor, Jamison Basement Waterproofing ensures your property is compliant, safe, and market-ready. We pride ourselves on delivering fast, efficient, and expert solutions for your basement needs. If you’re in need of an egress window installation or any other basement service, contact us today for a consultation. We’ll ensure your basement is not only functional but also fully compliant with safety standards.
Doylestown, PA
January 10, 2021
We installed a new code compliant egress window than refinished the wall with new sheet-rock studs and trim , a complete job from start to finish ..
Lansdale, PA
January 10, 2021
We provide the lansdale homeowners with an code compliant egress window , this way an the event of an emergency some can exit the lower level of the home safely . The Egress window also provided the homeowners with more much needed light in the basement as well ...
West Chester, PA
July 22, 2020
Project manager Steve Custus went out to meet with the homeowners basement finishing contractor . Steve give them many options for the egress window , and also added a #GrateSump And the #GrateDrain drainage system to take care of the ground water seepage along the same back wall ....
Philadelphia, PA
May 25, 2020
Steve C fixed 1,000 of crumbling walls in the Philadelphia area so he knew exactly what would satisfied this homeowner . Steve recommendations was to rough-cast the basement walls which is a process of adding a wire mesh to the walls mechanically fastening to the stones , than applying 2 coats of cement ..
Philadelphia, PA
March 14, 2020
Project manager Steve Custus went out to meet with the clients and after reaching out to the engineer and reading his report , Steve and the engineering firm came up with a solution to support the homeowners foundation and prevent any further floor sagging . The solution we provide was pouring new footers to add support columns, sister of joist a new sump pump to take care of the ground water seepage ..
Willow Grove, PA
March 14, 2020
Project manager Steve Custus went out to meet with the property owner , After a short meeting Steve gave the property owners multiple options to solve his issues .. The property owner choose to just fix the problem area which was the front wall of his building . So Steve provided the client with a life-time transferable warranty which was key because the building was in the process of being sold .
Philadelphia, PA
March 6, 2020
Project manager Steve C went out to do a free basement inspection . Steve C provided the homeowners with a healthy Basement level 1 . We installed the GrateDrain drainage system ( French Drain ) at the floor wall joint where ground water was seeping in the basement. We install inspection ports along the GrateDrain system so we can access it in case of a problem, but it's rare for the system to clog and the GrateDrain system has large drain openings to prevent clogs. The GrateDrain system will drain the ground water to the GrateSump and the GrateSump will pump the water into the sewer Line , which is code in Philadelphia. Now the homeowner has a dry basement !
Philadelphia, PA
February 28, 2020
Project Manager Steve C went out to take a look at the concerns the homeowners were having with the sagging floors and cracked floor joist . Steve told the homeowners you can usually remedy sagging problems yourself by “sistering” new joists alongside the existing ones (this also works for stiffening bouncy floors) Steve also recommendation was to add 3 new 4x4 support columns placed on 16x16 solid concrete footers .. First crew Foreman Robert remove electrical cables, pipes and other obstructions. If this is difficult (it often is!), consult your local building inspector ... If a crack or sag is isolated to one area, the sister joist should extend at least 3 ft. on both sides of the problem area. But it’s usually best to run the sister joist over the entire span. When the sagging joists are level, apply a generous bead of construction adhesive to the existing joist. After we was all finish the clients noticed a big difference !
Phoenixville, PA
February 25, 2020
Base off the engineer report the , best solution for this residential home was to install 4x4 post on solid concrete footers to support home permanently and stabilize the foundation .. .. Foreman Robert and his team came out to install the new footers and post . The installation process began with excavating the areas needed for the solid concrete footers . Once the holes were dug and the footings was poured than we moved on to repairing the sill-plate and adding the 4x4 post .. Foreman Robert and his team came out to Sistar joist and install post . The installation process began with digging the footers as needed for the post to be in stalled . Once the holes were dug and filled with concrete and rebar the post was installed. Crew foreman: Robert
Doylestown, PA
February 21, 2020
Project manager Steve Custus went out to meet with the homeowners . Steve provided the homeowners with a level 4 healthy basement certificate , which consist of a Nationally back warranty on the GrateDrain perimeter drainage system , for wall protection ( ThermalShield ) wall vapor barrier and a GrateSump with a battery back-up inverter for 24hr protection .. We will also service the homeowners system for free for the 1st year ... If your in the Doylestown area please give us a call 215-885-2424
Doylestown, PA
February 20, 2020
Project Manager Ed Upright provide the homeowner with a level 1 Basement Waterproofing Certificate which consist of a partial GrateDrain drainage system and new GrateSump with a dual liner and 1/3hp fast pump that can remove up to 2400 gallons a hr ..
Wayne, PA
February 20, 2020
Senior project manager Steve Custus with over 16years experience went out to meet with the builders who built the new addition .. The best solution for this problem was to install the GrateDrain drainage system, a GrateSump sump pump, and a moisture vapor barrier on the crawlspace walls Foreman Kareem B and his team performed the installations. The process began with the preparation protecting all the clients items , and dust control . The GrateSump pump pit was the first thing the crew installed than they move on to jack-hammer the floor around the perimeter of the crawlspace . They cleaned the concrete dust from the area and laid a layer of crushed stone down. The GrateDrain drainage system was pitched down hill connecting to the sump pump pit , after that fresh cement was poured and leveled around the perimeter to provide a smooth finish.
Philadelphia, PA
February 19, 2020
Jamison Waterproofing project Manger Steve C gave the basement a complete waterproofing. Inspection to ensure that rotting wood would no longer be an issue for the resident. Steve provided the homeowner with a level 1 healthy basement certificate . GrateDrain is a specially engineered piping system designed specifically to solve wet basement problems .. The GrateSump pump is the world’s most reliable sump pump on the market .
Dresher, PA
February 17, 2020
The best solution Steve Custus proposal was to install a variety of products , to keep Nuri’s crawlspace and Basement dry. Jamison Basement Waterproofing installed a Interior drainage system around the crawlspace/ 2 high Volume dehumidifiers / full encapsulation , a drainage matting to help direct water to the GrateSumps system, 2 carbon fiber structural crack repairs .. Crew Foreman Lamier R came out to do the installations in the Crawlspace & Basement The installation began by installing the drainage system, which was installed around the perimiter of the crawlspace. Any water entering the crawlspace would enter the drainage system , either by water running down the crawlspace wall, or came up through the ground. The drainage matting was installed first on the crawlspace floor, and has special dimples on theunderside to also help channel water to the GrateSump in the low spot of the crawlspace. For maximum moisture protection, the team installed 2 High volume dehumidifiers with a discharge line to empty the water straight into the sump pits without having to dump any buckets . Far as the basement Waterproofing part of the job we provided the clients with a level 2 healthy basement certificate a full perimeter #GrateDrain drainage system with inspection ports throughout the system . We also drilled weep holes in the block foundation to drain any water in the walls , and installed a high volume dehumidifier to control moisture . If your in the Dresher PA area and have a wet Basement or Crawlspace please give his a call 215-885-2424
Bala Cynwyd, PA
February 17, 2020
Project Manager Steve C provided the homeowner with a Level 1 Healthy Basement Certificate. This consisted of a partial GrateDrain (drainage system )and vapor barrier on the wall. We also installed a dual chambered GrateSump liner with a single 1/3hp FastSump pump and a high water alarm. This solution comes with a lifetime warranty only on the walls we preformed the work on .. If your in the Bala Cynwyd area please give us a call 215-885-2424
North Wales, PA
February 14, 2020
Project Manager Steve C educated the homeowner on the importance the downspout in that it’s job is to redirects the water away from your foundation by taking the water that it collects within your gutters and pushing it through the vertical tube that runs alongside the home. Your downspouts are often found at the corners of your home where gutters meet. However, downspouts can be at any point that is low. Steve recommended that step 1 was getting all the rain water away from the foundation. Steve than drew up a drainage plan to move all the water from the rain gutters below ground into a 4 inch PVC pipe that would discharge the water 100 ft to the rare of the home ...
Hatboro, PA
February 11, 2020
We Installed a Custom Level 1 Healthy Basement Certificate. This consisted of a sealed full perimeter GrateDrain ( drainage system ) with inspection ports throughout the entire system . . We also installed a dual chambered GrateSump liner with a single 1/3hp FastSump pump and a high water alarm . The solution will give the homeowner a lifetime warranty from ground water-seepage for the life of the home ..
Flora Cir, PA
February 6, 2020
Once inspecting the damage in the basement, Steve C found that water was coming up through the foundation and the footer of the basement as proof of why the basement was flooded. The solution we provide was a healthy basement certificate level 1 which consist of a partial GrateDrain ( closed ) drainage system a GrateSump and high water alarm .
Philadelphia, PA
February 6, 2020
The engineer report stated that the supports could not handle the weight being placed on them by the home above, ( no footer ) which would likely cause more problems later on if not dealt with soon. Her basement was also damp . Project manager Steve C came out to design a solution based on her needs Steve knew she needed a solution that would prevent the floor above the basement from sagging any further .. Crew leader Victor install a new solid concrete footer 20x20 to support the new 4x4 wood post that will be able to hold the load of the building . Victor also install a GrateSump pump with the GrateDrain drainage system to relieve the hydrostatic pressure off the wall as well . He also coated the walls & floor with a waterproofing coating ..
Philadelphia, PA
January 24, 2020
Project Manager Steve C provided the clients with a Custom Level 1 Healthy Basement Certificate. This consisted of a sealed full perimeter GrateDrain (drainage system ) moisture blocking coating on the walls ,We also installed a dual chambered GrateSump liner with a single 1/3hp FastSump pump with a high water alarm. We also installed a high efficiency dehumidifier to keep the humidity in the basement below 50%. A new radon system to go along with new glass block windows . Last we coated the floor with a moisture blocking epoxy..
North Wales, PA
January 23, 2020
Project manager Steve Custus went out to meet with the new homeowners . Steve went over with them how a basement leaks and the first steps to a having a dry basement is to get all the water away from the foundation by extending all the roof gutters to the rare of the yard and proper grading .. Project Manager Steve and his crew took about 7 hours to complete this project but the impact that it will have on the basement will be enormous .. If your looking to get your downspouts extended away from your foundation please give us a call at Jamison Basement Waterproofing 215-885-2424
Dresher, PA
January 16, 2020
This wasn’t the first time we’ve been called to fix the work of another company; it wasn’t even the first time this month. This was one of the worst systems we’ve pulled out, though; at a few places in the basement water was coming up where the old & new concrete meet . Once the extent of the problem was discovered, we scheduled our waterproofing and foundation crews to work in tandem and get the job done as efficiently as possible. The first step was to open back up the floor and move the waterproofing system off the footer to infront the foundation footer to provide proper pitch .. We installed a full perimeter of GrateDrain , our below-floor drainage system. The GrateDrain sits below the footer which allows it to collect incoming water and move it fast to the GrateSump... Now the homeowners has a high efficient waterproofing drain system ..
Eagleville, PA
July 16, 2019
15 year Veteran Steve C determined that due to the large volumes of water in the crawlspace the best solution would be for a drainage system be installed( Grate-Drain ) in the crawlspace and a full finish shield moisture vapor barrier be installed. Now with the crawlspace completely dry the homeowners have another 500sq of dry useable space for storage.. The job was performed by lead foremen Khian C & Crew over the course two days.
Glenside, PA
March 5, 2019
Jamison Basement Waterproofing sent project managers Steve C out who personally replaced over 500 basement windows. Steve went out and measured the window and put in a special order for the custom window,because the window not only had a Dyer vent coming through but also the radio suction pvc pipe . The homeowner was pretty shocked at how quick the job the installation crew installed the new window.. For all your basement windows needs please give us a call at Jamison Basement Waterproofing.
Jenkintown, PA
February 5, 2019
The homeowners met with Steve C, a certified waterproofing specialist with the Grate Products net-work , After looking through the basement and determining the pattern of groundwater . Steve proposed a perimeter drainage system and dual grate - sump , sump pumps.. Now with the basement dry the homeowners can start getting estimate on refinishing the basement...
Gladwyne, PA
November 22, 2017
Jamison Basement Waterproofing fixed this crawl space by installing CrawlSheild crawl space vapor barrier on the walls and floors which is used to isolate the crawl space from the earth. The CrawlSheild crawl space encapsulation system also prevents water vapor from entering the home. To keep this homeowner's crawlspace floor free from odors and mold ! Soon as this project was completed the smells and odors we away ! Crew Foreman: Dwight C Project Manager : Steve C
Warrington, PA
October 26, 2017
Foreman Derek Price led the Jamison team through the rigourous repair. The well area was very small and with the water main running through the middle of it made it even tougher. First they had to seal up a cracks in the foundation of the well area than apply the encapsulation system . After that the Grate Sump sump pump was installed to pump water out of the old water well area. We also replace the very old open Sump pump on their other side of the basement to reduce smells and odors .
Haverford, PA
The iBasement Systems and Crawl Space Systems Certificates were created using specific sets of criteria to provide a healthy indoor living environment. Air pollutants and excessive moisture levels in the basement or crawl space can negatively impact the odors in the home as well as cause health problems with those who live there year-round - including yourself!
We offer 6 levels of iBasement Certificate, and 5 levels Crawl Space Systems Certificate, each designed to solve specific problems and protect your home, family, and property value on the long run.
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