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Foundation Repair and Basement Waterproofing in Norfolk, NE

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The foundation of your Norfolk, NE, home needs to be rock solid so it can last a lifetime and beyond. Given the area’s often wet weather and silty clay loam soil, this can be a challenge.

Norfolk is the ninth-largest city in Nebraska. Located in northeast Nebraska, it is situated in between the Missouri River to the north and the Platte River to the south. The Elkhorn River also runs through the area.

Not only is Norfolk situated near a body of water (the Elkhorn River), its rainy weather and occasionally flooded silt loam or silty clay loam soil can spell trouble for area homeowners like you. Along with having adequate flood insurance coverage, you also need to protect your home’s foundation, basement or crawl space, and concrete from these environmental factors.

While you can’t control the weather or the soil around your home, you can play an active role in how your home responds to these stressors. Resulting problems include cracking and bowing walls, a leaking or flooding basement, a moldy crawl space with sagging above floors, and cracking and uneven exterior concrete on your driveway or sidewalk. These are problems that need to be addressed as soon as possible to avoid health and safety concerns.

That’s where Groundworks comes in. Our experienced team of professionals will thoroughly inspect your home to determine the cause of the problems and how best to fix them. Our trusted foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation and encapsulation, and concrete lifting solutions come with longtime warranties and they will protect your home for good.

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  • No Interest Financing (for 12 months)
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13831 Chalco Valley Parkway
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Omaha, NE 68138

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*CLS Foundations became part of Groundworks January 2022

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Sergio Robles – Thanks fine work!

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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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Juan Paramo and his crew (Willi, Manuel, Daniel) did an amazing job! They completed the requested service as was outlined in the agreement…

Juan Paramo and his crew (Willi, Manuel, Daniel) did an amazing job! They completed the requested service as was outlined in the agreement and within the quoted time frame. they were careful to only tear up what was necessary and cleaned everything up when they were done. they gave us updates and kept us informed throughout. I would definitely recommend them to others!

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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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CJ was reliable and very informative. He was easy to work with and knows the product very well!

CJ was reliable and very informative. He was easy to work with and knows the product very well!

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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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Sales rep: Shane/Joe Crew: Diego & Jessie Shane and Joe were great to work with. A day after Shane's visit I changed my mind about doing…

Sales rep: Shane/Joe Crew: Diego & Jessie Shane and Joe were great to work with. A day after Shane's visit I changed my mind about doing the driveway and added some work to the backyard patio instead. Diego and Jessie did a good job raising some of the shovel catches along some of the sidewalk sections. They also filled a big void under the front door steps. They filled the big cracks along the rear garage foundation and along the backyard patio too. They also cleaned up after themselves after the job was completed. I am very satisfied with their work and my experience working with them.

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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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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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Groundwork’s did a fantastic job lifting the foundation of our house. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable and always let us know what was…

Groundwork’s did a fantastic job lifting the foundation of our house. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable and always let us know what was going on. They went above and beyond removing a fence and putting it back together to be able to get equipment in. We highly recommend Groundwork’s. Thanks – Jon, Emanuel, Cooper, Stefan, and Jose you guys did a great job!

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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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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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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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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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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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Our Groundworks service team (Jon, Emanuel, Cooper, and DeAndre) was fantastic! They were efficient, knowledgeable, and great to work with! …

Our Groundworks service team (Jon, Emanuel, Cooper, and DeAndre) was fantastic! They were efficient, knowledgeable, and great to work with! We have recommended Groundworks to our family and friends already!

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Joe came out and explained everything to us in the most cost-effective way. Nowhere near as expensive as we thought it would be. We have a…

Joe came out and explained everything to us in the most cost-effective way. Nowhere near as expensive as we thought it would be. We have a wall that is Bowing and some steps and a cement pad that need lifted out front. Appreciative of the learning experience and we look forward to working with you guys soon!

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CJ was very helpful and gave us a very thorough plan to repair our basement. Very pleased with his knowledge and expertise!! Would highly…

CJ was very helpful and gave us a very thorough plan to repair our basement. Very pleased with his knowledge and expertise!! Would highly recommend!!

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Sergio Robles does a excellent explaining on what needs to be done and what materials would be used, and placement of the materials and…

Sergio Robles does a excellent explaining on what needs to be done and what materials would be used, and placement of the materials and pricing.

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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!

Norfolk Basement Waterproofing

On average, Norfolk receives 29 inches of rain and 28 inches of snow on a yearly basis. That’s a lot of precipitation that saturates the ground and the soil underneath and around your house. Some of Norfolk and Madison County’s soils are well-drained, and many either occasionally or frequently flood. If your home is situated atop one of the latter soils, all the water it has to contend with can inundate your basement.

As mentioned above, hydrostatic pressure can cause walls to crack and bow, as well as let water inside. Instead of flooding and damaging your basement and anything you have stored there, we at Groundworks can help you protect your basement with top-of-the-line waterproofing solutions. These include an interior drainage system that is installed in the sub-floor and throughout the basement perimeter to intercept leaking water and a sump pump to collect this leaking water and pump it out of and away from your home.

Moisture, humidity, mold, and mildew also are problems that can arise from a leaking basement. To help combat these issues along with water intrusion, we can line the walls of your Norfolk basement with a durable vapor barrier and install an energy-efficient, self-draining dehumidifier. All of these solutions working together can help you create a watertight, healthy home.

Additionally, it’s important to have clear and properly functioning gutters and downspouts. If one or both of these exterior fixtures is clogged or damaged, water can drain directly onto your foundation and leak inside. Having positively graded landscaping that allows water to drain away from your house also is crucial.

This type of thought is what goes into each product Groundworks offers. That is because we design and produce the products ourselves, making them fully customizable to best fit your home. Our team is full service, meaning from the initial foundation inspection to the final walkthrough you can ensure the job is done right… the first time. Our products come with a long-term warranty to provide peace of mind.


Foundation Repair in Norfolk

The soil type and characteristics in Norfolk and throughout Madison County vary from well-drained silty clay loam to fine sandy loam and silt loam that can often or rarely flood. Even with these varieties, one thing is for certain: unstable soil will wreak havoc on your house and its stability.

It’s common for homes to settle into the ground and develop hairline cracks within the first few years after they are built. But if the structure continues to sink into unstable soil or gaps left behind from erosion or washout, this is dangerous for its health and safety as well as that of your family. You might notice problems with foundation settlement in the form of stair-step wall cracks, diagonal cracks along windows and doorways, drywall nail pops, and uneven floors.

At Groundworks, we use the most reliable and customizable solutions to address foundation settlement and its related problem signs. Depending on what type of foundation your home has and the degree of settlement, we can use push piers, helical piers, or slab piers to permanently stabilize and potentially raise the foundation towards its original position. If there is an issue with weakened crawl space joists, our sturdy crawl space supports also can reinforce and help lift the above floor and floor joists.

Heavily saturated soil from the area’s yearly average of 29 inches of rain also can result in excessive hydrostatic pressure on your foundation walls. This can cause the walls to crack and bow inwards, as well as allow water and moisture to seep inside. Our wall anchors and SettleStop IntelliBrace™ solutions can be used to not only shore up these walls, but also straighten them over time, and our sturdy carbon fiber supports hold the walls in their current positions and halt any further cracking or inward movement.

Foundation Repair Solutions

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Push Piers

Push piers are a specific underpinning solution that may be beneficial for your settling foundation. How can these durable piers protect your home?

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Crawl Space Supports for Foundation Repair

If you’re having problems with sagging floors above your crawl space, you may need better crawl space supports. How do you maximize your crawl space support system with SettleStop IntelliJack™?

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Wall Repair System

Stop foundation cracks and bowing walls before they worsen. Basement wall repair addresses damage with long-term results. Groundworks offers free inspections!

Crawl Space Encapsulation in Norfolk

If your Norfolk home has a crawl space underneath it instead of a basement, it’s vital that you pay close attention to this delicate area’s condition. Leaking water, mold, wood rot, and other issues can plague this area if it is vented and not properly sealed. While we do not recommend that you go into this tight squeeze of an area to check it, there are warning signs throughout the rest of your home that can signal problems in the crawl space.

You might notice unpleasant odors, sagging floors, higher humidity, and condensation. While these could be connected to other potential causes, it’s best to contact your expert team at Groundworks to check them out. We will be able to properly diagnose problems like these that you notice within your home, and if we trace them back to the crawl space, we can recommend the best solutions to repair them.

Leaking water from walls, through vents, or the ground can be intercepted by a specially designed interior drainage system. Similar to the basement waterproofing system, this water is directed to drain into a sump pump that will remove the water. If blackouts are a concern in your area, we can install a battery backup that will continue operating even with the power goes out.

Vented dirt crawl spaces in Norfolk need to be sealed and isolated from the earth. Airtight vent covers can keep out air and water, as well as make it difficult for pests to get inside. Encapsulating the crawl space with a thick and durable vapor barrier also goes a long way in protecting your crawl space from water and moisture. It is placed on the walls and floor to lock out these intruders and help keep mold at bay. A dehumidifier also can be installed to clean and filter the air, control moisture and humidity, and reduce odors and the potential for mold growth.

Crawl Space Encapsulation Solutions


Norfolk Concrete Lifting

The same underlying cause for foundation problems like settlement and sinking also is at the heart of many concrete problems. The soil underneath concrete structures on your Norfolk property – from your sidewalks and driveway to your patio and interior concrete slab – greatly influences their condition and appearance. Fine sandy loam soil can erode and leave voids for the concrete slabs to sink into, and overly saturated silty clay loam can push up on the concrete to cause heaving and cracking.

When concrete slabs crack, sink and are uneven, they present safety hazards to anyone walking across them. They also look unsightly and negatively impact your property’s curb appeal and value. The best thing to do is get a professional assessment from the expert team at Groundworks.

The traditional repair method, mudjacking, is an invasive, time-consuming process that can leave you without access to your concrete surface for several days. At Groundworks, we have a better solution. Our SettleStop PolyRenewal™ polyurethane injections are a less invasive, more effective, and quicker way to lift and stabilize your concrete. Once penny-sized holes are drilled into the slab, polyurethane foam is pumped underneath to fill any voids and lift the slabs back up towards its original position. It cures within 15 minutes, so you can use your concrete the same day of the installation!



Contact Groundworks for Trusted Repair Solutions

If you notice problems with your foundation, basement, crawl space, or concrete, don’t hesitate to contact Groundworks for a free inspection and repair quote! Our team of professionals has years of experience in the industry, and homeowners like you throughout the Norfolk area have trusted us with repairing and protecting their most valuable asset, their home. We understand how the local climate and soil conditions can affect your property, and we want you to help keep your home standing for many years to come.



Repair and Protect Your Home for Good 

Our team at Groundworks has spent years perfecting our craft and the permanent solutions we install. We understand that every home is unique, which is why we offer fully customizable solutions to best fit your repair needs and budget.

All our foundation, basement, crawl space, and concrete solutions come with transferrable, long-term warranties, and our annual maintenance program helps ensure that our repairs continue to properly function and protect your home.

If you notice foundation problems in your Norfolk home, contact us today to schedule a free inspection.