Foundation Repair and Basement Waterproofing in Beatrice, NE
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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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Ler Htoo, Eh Tee & Kay Htoo did a good job Very Friendly workers
Ler Htoo, Eh Tee & Kay Htoo did a good job Very Friendly workers
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Alan and Tyler are very good at their job. Every employer needs people like these two. They are very informative with every question. I am…
Alan and Tyler are very good at their job. Every employer needs people like these two. They are very informative with every question. I am more than pleased. They also cleaned everything up before leaving and asked if I had any questions. Highly recommend your company to my coworkers.
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Juan Paramo, Jose Guzman and Lalo Garcia are amazing installers and hard workers. Great job installing my water proof system, highly…
Juan Paramo, Jose Guzman and Lalo Garcia are amazing installers and hard workers. Great job installing my water proof system, highly recommend them for installs!
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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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Sergio Robles did an excellent job. Explained everything so I was able to understand. Would recommend Sergio Robles to anyone who needs…
Sergio Robles did an excellent job. Explained everything so I was able to understand. Would recommend Sergio Robles to anyone who needs basement, foundation or crawl space issues.
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Mr Kirby and Rene was very resourceful and answered all my crazy questions to my crawl space. I highly recommend to request these two for…
Mr Kirby and Rene was very resourceful and answered all my crazy questions to my crawl space. I highly recommend to request these two for any questions you may have for encapsulating your crawl space or basement.
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The Groundworks’ team of Ler, Eh, and Kay redid our crawl space. They were professional, efficient and did a great job! Would recommend…
The Groundworks’ team of Ler, Eh, and Kay redid our crawl space. They were professional, efficient and did a great job! Would recommend to other potential customers. Thank you
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Ler Htoo, Sal, Eh Tee and Kay Htoo were very efficient, conscientious of my home and very kind. They were very hard and did a wonderful…
Ler Htoo, Sal, Eh Tee and Kay Htoo were very efficient, conscientious of my home and very kind. They were very hard and did a wonderful job! Thank you!
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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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Ivan and Jesse reported on time everything was well called me early in the morning to schedule work was done very proficiently great…
Ivan and Jesse reported on time everything was well called me early in the morning to schedule work was done very proficiently great integrity and good work workmanship. I appreciate their work and everything that they did.
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Ivan and Diego from Groundworks are fantastic!! They are polite, efficient, speedy, and thorough. I am super pleased with my driveway and …
Ivan and Diego from Groundworks are fantastic!! They are polite, efficient, speedy, and thorough. I am super pleased with my driveway and sidewalk repairs. Highly recommended!
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Groundworks arrived on time, had Ivan & Diago do a great job of lifting two slabs and taking care of some cracks, they were very…
Groundworks arrived on time, had Ivan & Diago do a great job of lifting two slabs and taking care of some cracks, they were very professional and left with our driveway clean and looking great.
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We recently asked Groundworks to look at the water seepage issue which had developed in our basement. Christopher George met with us and…
We recently asked Groundworks to look at the water seepage issue which had developed in our basement. Christopher George met with us and recommended that we have a basement waterproofing/drainage system installed and also lift several sections of our driveway which were sloping toward the house. Chris was very knowledgeable and experienced and we felt his analysis of the issues and solutions provided were exactly what was needed. Rene and his team installed the waterproofing/drainage system and did an outstanding job. The team worked quickly and efficiently and completed the job in one day. They were also very careful to keep the mess to a minimum. Ivan handled the concrete leveling of several sections of our driveway and, again, did an outstanding job. Every person with Groundworks with whom we had contact was very helpful and courteous. Dave A.
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Best company I have ever dealt with thay no what thay are doing thank you Jon, Cooper,DeAndre and Jose out standing work
Best company I have ever dealt with thay no what thay are doing thank you Jon, Cooper,DeAndre and Jose out standing work
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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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Rene, Isaac, and Ramiro did a great job on my home! They informed me on every helio that got put down and let me know in detail about how…
Rene, Isaac, and Ramiro did a great job on my home! They informed me on every helio that got put down and let me know in detail about how they would do it and even showed me thorough out their process. If there were any concerns that popped up they informed me on it. They even gave me some pictures on how my foundation looked before they covered it up and fixed it. They had great communication with me and finished up their job within the day (it was thought to be finished by the next day)! They were fast and efficient at getting it done, thank you again!
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Micah is awesome! A very great ambassador of the GroundWorks brand and a pleasure to have in our home. After our meeting, I have all the…
Micah is awesome! A very great ambassador of the GroundWorks brand and a pleasure to have in our home. After our meeting, I have all the information I need to make an informed decision. He was extremely thorough, respectful, and knowledgeable about our foundation issue, and was able to communicate the options in a way that made sense. I loved our conversation and feel like he really knows what he's talking about. Thanks for sending him to help us with this issue! Highly recommend!
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Our experience with ground works was pleasant The following crew members helped fix our pre-existing water/flood issues (Sal, Alan and…
Our experience with ground works was pleasant The following crew members helped fix our pre-existing water/flood issues (Sal, Alan and Daniel) we appreciate the level of professionalism and respect that was given coming in and out of our home. One of the first things they did was made sure to cover up/apply plastic over our appliances and belongings that were in the basement to help prevent dust and dirt from getting on our house hold appliances and personal items. Sal made sure to keep me updated throughout the process and was always courteous and always eager to educate me on the process and further ideas to help make sure our system works efficiently. I appreciate you ground works as a whole. their main competitor tried to over charge us and I just want to say this. In fact it’s very simple THRASHER BLOWS!!!! Groundworks beat their price by $5,000.00 and honestly from prior work and amongst the community in Sheldon ia I’ve always heard thrasher over charges and doesn’t even do that great of work. I am so glad I took the time to do my research and found ground works. It goes to show a better price doesn’t always mean poor workmanship. As ground works proved to us that they can do even better! They respect your property and always cleaned up and left it better than they found it when it was time for them to leave. Thank you for a fantastic job and if you’re a manager or the owner reading this please make sure to always put your people first and take care of them. This crew deserves credit for holding true to your company and performing with excellence. Be proud of these guys and find a way to reward them they deserve it!
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Professional Staff from sales to installation. Did exactly what they said they would do in a timely fashion. Great communication throughout …
Professional Staff from sales to installation. Did exactly what they said they would do in a timely fashion. Great communication throughout process.
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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.
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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