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With its picturesque parks and charming historical sites and structures, many people are proud to call Beatrice, NE, home. Situated west of the Missouri River in southeast Nebraska, Beatrice is bisected by the Big Blue River and surrounded by agricultural country.
While the silty clay loam soil in Beatrice and throughout Gage County is good for farming, it can cause significant problems for homes and their basements or crawl spaces, foundations, and concrete structures.
The area’s wet springtime months; humid and rainy summers; cold, snowy, windy winters; 32 inches of rain and 19 inches of snow on average each year don’t help, either. With overly saturated soil, foundation walls can bow, basements can leak and flood, crawl space floor joists can rot and sag, and concrete can crack and sink.
Many Beatrice homeowners have had to contend with these issues, but they also have trusted their repairs to the experienced professionals at Groundworks. Our award-winning, permanent solutions and unmatched customer service have helped make us local industry leaders. If you home is experiencing foundation, basement, crawl space, or concrete problems, we can help you restore it and protect it for years to come.
Recent Reviews for our Omaha Community
*CLS Foundations became part of Groundworks January 2022
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Absolutely could not be more impressed with the integrity, Thoroughness, and honesty I received from Mitchell at Groundworks. I have been…
Absolutely could not be more impressed with the integrity, Thoroughness, and honesty I received from Mitchell at Groundworks. I have been seeing some water seepage through my poured foundation walls as well as cracks in the basement floor. I work 2 jobs and it’s difficult to make appointments where I can be home. Mitchell was more than willing to be here on a Saturday afternoon to fit my schedule. He was here over 1.5 hours inspecting, laser leveling, and checking everything he could. As much as I wanted answers, I was terrified to have the issues looked at due to financial constraints. As it turns out, I have some poor quality concrete and some minor cracking & settling going on. No immediate repairs needed. I feel like I can breathe easy again and am so so thankful for the thoroughness of Mitchell’s inspection and his honesty about what’s going on. I will continue to monitor the situation and if repairs are needed in the future, I will definitely have Groundworks out again. Definitely give these folks a try, they are fabulous.
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I had basement work done to install drainage and a sump pump. The crew of Ler Htoo, Eh Tee and Kay Htoo were very professional no idle chit …
I had basement work done to install drainage and a sump pump. The crew of Ler Htoo, Eh Tee and Kay Htoo were very professional no idle chit chat cleaned up very well. I would recommend this crew to anyone. The went above and beyond doing extra things to help me. Their work was A++++.
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Mel, Lalo, and David did an exceptional job with the installation and clean up for our recent projects. We had three different jobs…
Mel, Lalo, and David did an exceptional job with the installation and clean up for our recent projects. We had three different jobs including waterproofing the basement, installing a sump pump, underground downspouts and driveway compression piece. Explained the maintenance and how long we need to wait for things to settle. 5/5!
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Very professional and answered all my questions. Basement walls are repaired. Workers Grant, Martine, and Pa Say were very efficient and…
Very professional and answered all my questions. Basement walls are repaired. Workers Grant, Martine, and Pa Say were very efficient and wasted no time making the repairs. I would highly recommend Groundworks.
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Ler, Tee, and Ta came and did a great job at my house. Hard workers, nice guys. Very respectful and we are very happy with the work they…
Ler, Tee, and Ta came and did a great job at my house. Hard workers, nice guys. Very respectful and we are very happy with the work they did.
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We had a fairly large project completed by Groundworks. The team that worked on our house (Rene Renteria, Manuel Garcia and Lu Khin) were…
We had a fairly large project completed by Groundworks. The team that worked on our house (Rene Renteria, Manuel Garcia and Lu Khin) were very professional and communicative (even our neighbors were loved them). They exceeded our expectations with their work and craftsmanship. We had several piers, beams and wall anchors put in. Rene explained everything going on each day. They worked late to get the job done. They cleaned up. They were awesome!!! Having met with and looked into a couple of other companies, it was an easy decision to go with them – and it paid off. We were given time to consider different options (not every company affords you this time …and with a big project and financial investment, we appreciated that time). They also have the best financing options we could find.
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Travis was great explained all issues and resolution
Travis was great explained all issues and resolution
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Travis Falk was helpful and provided great service.
Travis Falk was helpful and provided great service.
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My experience with groundworks has been very positive. Both the digging crew of Juan P, Lalo, and Stefan and the polyfoam crew of Ivan and…
My experience with groundworks has been very positive. Both the digging crew of Juan P, Lalo, and Stefan and the polyfoam crew of Ivan and Diego did a great job. Everyone was very respectful and professional and got the work completed quickly. My only complaint would be having the communication between the crews be a little bit better.
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Mario was very professional, he explained everything to me and went over all the details Of the system, and also the maintenance…
Mario was very professional, he explained everything to me and went over all the details Of the system, and also the maintenance program. Thank you, Pamela Clancy
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Great Company and very professional the team that came out to get my waterproofing done were very professional and did a great job at…
Great Company and very professional the team that came out to get my waterproofing done were very professional and did a great job at finishing the job on time, I would like to thank the team members of Groundwork (Grant, Martine and Pa Say) that came out and got my jobs done, and Mario Sale inspector who went out his way to make sure my job got put in the week I really need it. I would definitely keep Groundwork on my list to call and use for future Foundation repair or replacement. Thank you.
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We just had Groundworks finish our basement putting in supports. It was a big job. The guys were real professionals. They called me…
We just had Groundworks finish our basement putting in supports. It was a big job. The guys were real professionals. They called me prior to their arrival and came on time. They worked hard and cleaned up after they were all done. I highly recommend them.Thanks to Romiro Salgodo, Tradd and Rene Renteria for an out standing job. Janene Olson, Dakota City, Ne .
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Very friendly and knowledgeable.
Very friendly and knowledgeable.
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Mitchell was very knowledgeable and explained every step that he was doing to diagnose the problem. He also did a good job explaining the…
Mitchell was very knowledgeable and explained every step that he was doing to diagnose the problem. He also did a good job explaining the repair to me so I could understand it. He was very easy to work with. I would highly recommend Mitchell.
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Sergio Robles did a good job
Sergio Robles did a good job
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Mr. Landrum did a fantastic job thoroughly inspecting our foundation and explaining every single issue with it and its solution. He was…
Mr. Landrum did a fantastic job thoroughly inspecting our foundation and explaining every single issue with it and its solution. He was very friendly and took his time answering our questions and making sure we understood everything.
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Joney, Pay Ray and Myo Win did a great job on my water drainage system.
Joney, Pay Ray and Myo Win did a great job on my water drainage system.
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Sergio Robles was my rep and he was fantastic! Took the time to explain things to me and made sure I understood the scope of the project. I …
Sergio Robles was my rep and he was fantastic! Took the time to explain things to me and made sure I understood the scope of the project. I would recommend. They also offer financing which made my decision much easier!
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CJ was awesome! Great guy, great info, and extremely knowledgeable.
CJ was awesome! Great guy, great info, and extremely knowledgeable.
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CJ was very polite and knowledgeable. He kindly answered all our questions and explained the process including payment options as he went. …
CJ was very polite and knowledgeable. He kindly answered all our questions and explained the process including payment options as he went. I would hire 10 of him if I could!
Beatrice Basement Waterproofing
While Beatrice receives slightly less precipitation than the U.S. average, it still sees plenty of water in the form of 32 inches of rain and 19 inches of snow. All this water saturates the ground and can flood the nearby Big Blue River. If the river floods or there is too much water in the soil underneath and around your home, it can lead to significant damage.
Your foundation walls could succumb to hydrostatic pressure exerted on them by the heavily saturated silty clay loam soil. Walls can crack and bow inward, as well as allow moisture and water inside. This negatively impacts your home’s structural integrity, safety, and health. Mold also can easily form and threaten those with underlying or no health conditions.
The best way to combat these issues is to have reliable basement waterproofing solutions protecting your home. Groundworks prides itself on its tested and warrantied products including interior drainage, sump pumps, vapor barriers, and dehumidifiers.
An interior drainage system catches any leaking water and drains it into a sump pump. From there, it is pumped out of the basement and away from the home. A vapor barrier on the walls can help lock out moisture and gases, and a dehumidifier reduces humidity and the potential for mold growth. Additionally, an anti-freeze discharge line attachment will help keep discharge lines functioning even during cold winters and downspout extensions help direct water far away from the foundation.
Our outstanding line-up of sump pumps offers the ultimate peace of mind. In an area like Beatrice, where the weather and soil works against you, having a reliable sump pump you can count on is necessary. Our sump pump system provides homeowners with alerts if a problem arises so you are always aware of what’s going on with your system.
Common Nebraska Waterproofing Solutions
Dehumidifier
Preserve indoor air quality and prevent mold and wood rot with our basement air systems.
Interior Drainage
Keep your home’s basement dry with our patented basement interior drainage system.
Foundation Repair Throughout Beatrice
Wall cracks, whether they are found in foundation walls or drywall on upper floors, are all too commonly seen in homes throughout Beatrice. But just because they’re common doesn’t mean they need to be part of typical homeownership. Cracking is normal during the first few years a home is built and settles, but further foundation settlement and growing cracks is dangerous.
The area’s variety of silt loam, silty clay loam, clay loam and fine sandy loam with its range of drainage properties only makes matters worse. If the soil under and around your home is not stable enough to properly support the weight of your house, it’s going to sink and settle. You’ll notice this through stair-step wall cracks, drywall nail pops, uneven floors and sticking windows and doors.
We can help permanently reinforce your settling foundation and potentially lift the problematic areas. Our range of foundation piers – push piers, helical piers, and slab piers – can be installed depending on your home’s foundation type and the extent of damage.
The area’s saturated soil can lead to excessive hydrostatic pressure on foundation walls, resulting in cracking and inward bowing. For walls bowing less than two inches, carbon fiber supports can be used to reinforce the walls, hold them in their current positions, and prevent further cracking or movement. Walls that have more damage or more than two inches of movement can be stabilized and restored over time with wall anchors or the SettleStop IntelliBrace™ wall repair system.
Common Problem Signs
Beatrice Concrete Lifting
Concrete around your home – your sidewalk, driveway, patio, pool deck, and slab floor – can crack, settle, and sustain other damage for the same reason as your foundation. The soil underneath these concrete structures may not have been properly prepared or they could naturally be problematic.
Any cracking, sinking, and uneven concrete around your property is a safety hazard for anyone walking over it. Those with mobility issues in particular – such as the elderly or very young children – can easily trip and fall in these unsafe areas. Not only are these conditions dangerous, but they also make your property look unkempt and can lower its value if you are looking to sell.
There are a number of options available to repair sunken concrete. Repouring the slabs doesn’t get to the root of the problem, and the issues will still continue. Mudjacking is invasive, time-consuming, and expensive, and it also does not address the source.
Concrete lifting with polyurethane injections, however, stands above the rest and is proven to last for years to come. Groundworks uses the SettleStop PolyRenewal™ system to lift and stabilize cracking, sinking slabs. This polyurethane foam mixture is injected underneath the concrete slabs through small, penny-sized holes that are drilled into the slabs. This lightweight but durable material expands to fill the void between the soil and the slabs to effectively lift the slabs to the proper height. The holes are sealed and smoothed, and the system’s quick cure time of 15 minutes means you can use your concrete the same day as the installation!
Crawl Space Encapsulation in Beatrice
Some Beatrice homes have been built on top of a crawl space instead of a basement. This is typically cheaper and allows essentials like wiring, plumbing, and ductwork to be installed underneath the home and out of the way. Typical building practice, however, has been to leave these dirt crawl spaces vented and not properly sealed. This does more harm than good to a home.
Beatrice has mostly silty clay loam soil, but other soil types that can erode, frequently flood or rarely flood also are present. If the soil is not well-drained, this can lead to groundwater and flooding in the crawl space. Any cracks and open vents will allow air and moisture into the crawl space, creating a recipe for disaster. Mold growth, wood rot, and even invading pests can affect the crawl space and your home.
Almost half of the air in your house comes from the crawl space, so you could be breathing in mold spores, pest droppings, and unhealthy air. We can help you waterproof and seal up this space in order to create a safer and healthier living environment.
Our specially designed interior drainage system addresses leaks and groundwater, and our crawl space sump pump rids the area of this water. Waterproof and termiticide-integrated insulation is added to the walls, and a thick and durable vapor barrier covers the walls and floor to fully encapsulate the crawl space and isolate it from the earth. Vent covers are used to further lock out air and moisture, and an energy-efficient dehumidifier helps improve air quality while regulating moisture and humidity.
Trust Your Repairs to Groundworks
Problems in your basement, crawl space, foundation, and concrete will not fix themselves. If you notice any changes or signs of damage in these important areas of your home, it’s important to reach out for a professional assessment as soon as possible. We at Groundworks care about the safety of your home and your family, and we want to help you restore its stability and your peace of mind. Contact us today to schedule a free inspection and repair quote with our expert team, and we will help you protect your home for years to come.
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