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Foundation Repair and Basement Waterproofing in Papillion, NE

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A continental climate means Papillion, Nebraska, experiences warm summers and cold winters with moderate rainfall mainly concentrated in the warmer months. Although this creates a lovely environment for work and play, the extreme temperatures changes, and condensed rainfall timeline, leaves many wet properties across Papillion.

The climate alone would be enough to cause concern for homeowners with basements and crawl spaces, but combined with the fine sandy loamy soil, your home’s foundation can also be at risk. Sandy loam soil is prone to washout leaving your home and your concrete slabs without the proper support. This causes your home to settle, leading to additional problems like cracked brickwork, sticking doors and windows, and uneven floors.

Since waterproofing, foundation, and concrete repair are all common concerns in the Papillion area, it’s a good thing Groundworks has been restoring homeowner’s foundations for more than 30 years. In that time they have seen it all, nothing surprises these professionals and there is no job too big. We offer free, no-obligation foundation inspections to educate you on your home’s needs. Our solutions come with long-term warranties and financing options are available. Contact Groundworks to schedule your free inspection.

13831 Chalco Valley Parkway
Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68138

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Recent Reviews for our Omaha Community

*CLS Foundations became part of Groundworks January 2022

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Ivan and Tyler did a great job on our basement foundation repair. They were on time, kept everything clean even with all the dust! We…

Ivan and Tyler did a great job on our basement foundation repair. They were on time, kept everything clean even with all the dust! We appreciated their explanation at the completion of the project. The warranty is a big plus!

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I had an appointment with Groundworks for an inspection of my foundation. Mike Lutmer did my inspection. Mike called me two days before…

I had an appointment with Groundworks for an inspection of my foundation. Mike Lutmer did my inspection. Mike called me two days before my appointment and asked me about my concerns. He is very knowledgeable and took his time explaining my opinions. Thank you Mike. I'm looking forward to doing business with Groundworks.

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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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They did a great job. Talked to us everyday explaining progress and what need done. Jon, Stefan, Emanuel, and Jose worked in the bitter…

They did a great job. Talked to us everyday explaining progress and what need done. Jon, Stefan, Emanuel, and Jose worked in the bitter cold this winter to get the job done. They were very dedicated and experienced with their work.

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Grant, Jesse, and Devin did an excellent job and kept me informed of what they were doing. They kept everything looking clean, and even…

Grant, Jesse, and Devin did an excellent job and kept me informed of what they were doing. They kept everything looking clean, and even cleaned up after they were done making it look like they were not here. If I need more work done I will get ahold of them again.

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Luis Aguilar and Daniel were very professional and did good work

Luis Aguilar and Daniel were very professional and did good work

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Sergio Robles was very helpful with the initial scope of the project.

Sergio Robles was very helpful with the initial scope of the project.

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I'm a current client of groundworks and living up on the hill brings its problems owning a house Today I had Aaron Zach come to assess the …

I'm a current client of groundworks and living up on the hill brings its problems owning a house Today I had Aaron Zach come to assess the house as they do yearly since having my basement waterproofed. I have to say out of the 3 service technicians that I have had here in the last 3 years he is just absolutely the best! He is down to earth and very efficient!! He goes the extra mile to take care of things that may improve the system like adding a water alert today and helped an old lady , me, replace a battery in the fire alarm without me even ask

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Sergio Robles did a very Good job of accessing the needs of my home and crawl space. Just not sure I want to spend That much on an…

Sergio Robles did a very Good job of accessing the needs of my home and crawl space. Just not sure I want to spend That much on an older House. Will be considering the repairs.

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They did an excellent job! Answered all my questions and cleaned up well before they left.

They did an excellent job! Answered all my questions and cleaned up well before they left.

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Impressed with Groundworks sale to installation. Communication throughout process was excellent. Install team of Jon, Cooper, Dean and…

Impressed with Groundworks sale to installation. Communication throughout process was excellent. Install team of Jon, Cooper, Dean and Emanuel. Would recommend this Company with much confidence. Bill & Tammy Slater

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We had 3 different crews (John, Alan & Lers) on our project and each of them were professional, knowledgeable and timely. They explained…

We had 3 different crews (John, Alan & Lers) on our project and each of them were professional, knowledgeable and timely. They explained what to expect, prepared the areas, and cleaned up afterwards. I wish we had more construction companies that provided this type of excellent service. Highly recommend!

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CJ was great. He called prior to appt day, discussed with me what he would be doing upon arrival, he even came early before scheduled appt…

CJ was great. He called prior to appt day, discussed with me what he would be doing upon arrival, he even came early before scheduled appt time. Once he arrived he introduced him self, gave some background on the company. He throughly explained the issues my foundation was having and why. Showed us the measurements and the options we had to remedy the issue. Overall he was very thorough, not pushy, and a pleasure to do work with.

Always Haulin Assets

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Ryan Brown was very knowledgeable about his work and is a very friendly person. pleasure working with him on my estimate. just waiting now…

Ryan Brown was very knowledgeable about his work and is a very friendly person. pleasure working with him on my estimate. just waiting now to have my work done

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CJ was super easy to work with and explained everything in detail. Highly recommend!!!

CJ was super easy to work with and explained everything in detail. Highly recommend!!!

Karen Turner-Soboleski

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Flavio, Grant, and Pay HToo, did a great job fixing our basement leak issue. They made sure everything was well isolated so no dust went…

Flavio, Grant, and Pay HToo, did a great job fixing our basement leak issue. They made sure everything was well isolated so no dust went into our vents or on our personal items. They were in and out quickly but were efficient. Very friendly crew! Thanks Groundworks for a job well done! 👌🏼

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Sergio Robles – Thanks fine work!

Sergio Robles – Thanks fine work!

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Great work. Great cleanup. Very polite

Great work. Great cleanup. Very polite

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Great work by Sergio Robles, Abraham Ramos,Daniel Garcia and Kay Htoo. They fixed a bowing wall for a property we bought in North Platte…

Great work by Sergio Robles, Abraham Ramos,Daniel Garcia and Kay Htoo. They fixed a bowing wall for a property we bought in North Platte Nebraska. I couldn't be happier they are very knowledgeable and customer oriented.

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CJ did an excellent job reviewing the issues with our home and was upfront about everything! Can't wait to get the work started.

CJ did an excellent job reviewing the issues with our home and was upfront about everything! Can't wait to get the work started.

Foundation Repair in Papillion

It’s the previously mentioned Papillion sandy loam soil that causes the most foundation problems for homes in the area. Although the sandy loam soil drains well, meaning hydrostatic pressure isn’t a common problem, it’s foundation settlement that homeowners need to watch out for. Sandy soil has a tendency to wash out, and with the frequent summer rains that Papillion receives, settlement is definitely a cause for concern.

When the soil around your home washes out, your foundation is left without adequate support to bear the weight of the structure. Without this support, your home sinks until it meets resistance. Of course, the settlement isn’t even, meaning one side sinks lower than the other. This uneven movement causes the symptoms Papillion homeowners notice. Cracked foundation walls, sticking doors and windows, nail pops, tilting chimneys, and gaps around door and window frames are just a couple of signs a foundation problem is occurring.

Long gone are the days when homeowners had to go through the incredible hassle of foundation replacement to solve home settlement. The team at Groundworks offers several foundation pier options. Your inspector will do a full inspection and determine the correct pier for your unique home. All our piers bypass the problematic unstable soil that caused the original problem and transfer the weight of your home to the pier that is driven deep into stable soil. This type of solution insures your home will remain stable for years to come.


Papillion Basement Waterproofing

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A flooded, smelly basement is a thorn in the side of many Papillion homeowners. Not only is it a mess to clean up, but it can also put the health of your foundation at risk. Mold, wood rot, and wall cracks are all too common issues for foundations that are not waterproofed. The warm weather summer months in Papillion also bring heavy rain, with three-fourths of the rainfall occurring during this time, if area homeowners don’t have an interior drain system, and usually, a sump pump, they are looking at a lot of clean up and mold growth.

Groundworks offers a clog-free interior drain that eliminates the need for messy exterior excavation and the best line-up of sump pumps available. Depending on your basement, and the amount of time it has been leaking, other products such as AquaStop WallSeal™  or an energy-efficient dehumidifier may be needed. Your Groundworks inspector will review his inspection findings and offer suggestions to keep your basement dry and clean permanently.

Crawl Space Encapsulation in Papillion

Similar to basement waterproofing, water in your crawl space is a huge mess and a massive headache. However, many Papillion homeowners never visit their crawl space, and any water there can be there for weeks or months until it is addressed. Especially during the summer months in Papillion, when rainfall is frequent, continuous water in the crawl space means mold, mildew, musty odors, and wood rot.

One of the main problems with water in the crawl space is even after it dries, the water vapor, or humidity, remains. Trapped inside, it adds to the mold and mildew problem, weakening the structural integrity of the supporting wood and putting your home’s foundation at risk.

Crawl space encapsulation is the best solution. Our high-quality 20-mil thick vapor barrier liner is sealed to walls and floors, enveloping the space and shutting it off from the outside world. Thermal insulation can be installed on the walls for additional energy savings, and drainage, like a specifically designed crawl space sump pump, is an excellent option.


Papillion Driveway & Patio Concrete Lifting

If the concrete slabs surrounding your home have sunk and are uneven, don’t panic. Luckily the slab itself is still redeemable, it’s the problematic soil beneath the slab that is no longer reliable. Sandy soil, like the kind most of Papillion deals with, easily washes out. Because of this, not only do you need a solution that will raise sunken slabs, but you also need an option that provides a material that won’t wash out.

SettleStop PolyRenewal™ is a two-part polyurethane foam that is injected under the slab. When the two parts mix, a foam is created that gently expands to fill the void under the slab and then slowly lifts the slab to its original position.

The reason PolyRenewal™ is the perfect choice for homeowners is because of its waterproof formula. This means once the slab has been lifted, the foam won’t wash out as the original soil did and like other older concrete lifting methods would.

The reason PolyRenewal™ is the perfect choice for homeowners is because of its waterproof formula. This means once the slab has been lifted, the foam won’t wash out as the original soil did and like other older concrete lifting methods would.



Foundation Repair Experts in Papillion

Whether you are struggling with foundation cracks, a wet, leaking basement, or a musty crawl space, the experts at Groundworks have the solutions. Our products are designed and manufactured by us, so every aspect of the supply chain is managed for optimal effectiveness. Contact Groundworks for a free, no-obligation inspection.



Take the First Step Towards a Permanent Solution

Our team at Groundworks offers award-winning services in foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete lifting. We have years of experience in the field working with the unique Papillion homes and understand how the clay soil, humid climate and high annual precipitation levels impact your home.

Our basement waterproofing, foundation repair and crawl space repairs come with a transferable warranty, transparent pricing and a complete service department after the work is completed.

If you’re having foundation problems, contact our experts to schedule a free inspection.