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.
*CLS Foundations became part of Groundworks January 2022
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Ivan and Isaac got in out quickly and efficiently and explained what they were doing as they worked. Also they got here on time and were…
Ivan and Isaac got in out quickly and efficiently and explained what they were doing as they worked. Also they got here on time and were cleaned up and gone in about 1 1/2 hours. They raised my step 3.5” on one side and 4.75” on the other. Thanks again for your timeliness and cleanliness. Tom.
Thank you Devaughn, Paxton, and Ma for the excellent work on our basement walls. You guys were amazing! Thank you to Groundworks for…
Thank you Devaughn, Paxton, and Ma for the excellent work on our basement walls. You guys were amazing! Thank you to Groundworks for sending out such a competent crew!!
We were so impressed by the quick response to our call. Mitchell showed up the next day to evaluate the situation and give us our quote. We …
We were so impressed by the quick response to our call. Mitchell showed up the next day to evaluate the situation and give us our quote. We were very appreciative of the thorough explanation of the problem and the solution on the day of our repair, Sal, Arturo and Ma were very informative, friendly, efficient, and cleaned up well after the job was done. Would totally recommend! And the cost was much more reasonable than we anticipated! We had an issue with our foundation failing in a certain area after a flood a year and a half ago There was sudden separation of the wall and floor of about 2 inches a month ago. When they were done, you couldn’t even tell it happened!!
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.
They did a wonderful job trying to keep the dust to a minimum and were so great about cleaning up afterwards. Their communications…
They did a wonderful job trying to keep the dust to a minimum and were so great about cleaning up afterwards. Their communications throughout the process was also very much appreciated. Not to mention that they were very friendly as well. Thank you to Mel, Aung, and Enwah for all the hard work you did over the course of a few days! All the different things you did to make the experience as good as possible did not go unnoticed!
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.
Aaron Zach and Cody Nelson arrived at my house on time and ready and willing to help with my dehumidifier issue. Both were very personable, …
Aaron Zach and Cody Nelson arrived at my house on time and ready and willing to help with my dehumidifier issue. Both were very personable, and I felt very comfortable with them. I need to have some work done in my basement in the future, and I will go through groundworks and Aaron and Cody again. Five stars isn't enough praise to heap on these two. Thank you again Groundworks.Especially Aaron Zach and Cody Nelson
Ryan was great to work with. He communicated before the appointment, arrived when expected and did a very thorough analysis and explanation …
Ryan was great to work with. He communicated before the appointment, arrived when expected and did a very thorough analysis and explanation of our driveway. Very impressed with his professionalism.
I would highly recommend this company and the inspector, Sergio Robles! He was very friendly and easy to work with. Our dog loved him!! He…
I would highly recommend this company and the inspector, Sergio Robles! He was very friendly and easy to work with. Our dog loved him!! He quickly determined what needed to be done and provided a thorough and fair quote for the project! Besides that, the work is scheduled to be done quickly so that we can get our new patio/deck finished in time to enjoy the spring and summer months! Thank you , Groundworks and Sergio!
Matthew Landrum at Groundwork’s provided me with a solution to my basement issues after dealing with it for over 2 years. It was a…
Matthew Landrum at Groundwork’s provided me with a solution to my basement issues after dealing with it for over 2 years. It was a pleasure to talk with someone who not only was extremely knowledgeable but took the time to explain every aspect of the options, work to be done and why it was the best solution for my situation. He is a true professional!
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!
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.
Our home had a crack in the foundation and needed it to be fixed and stabilized. We had Groundworks out this week and had a great…
Our home had a crack in the foundation and needed it to be fixed and stabilized. We had Groundworks out this week and had a great experience with Juan Paramo, Manuel Garcia and Willi. They arrived on time and finished the work the same day. They were very pleasant to work with and did a great job! Highly recommend them! The very next day we had Ivan, Dre and Dell out to move the downspout and level the stoop and driveway. They were also on time and finished in a few hours. Very happy with the work and the team!
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.
The representative sent to take care of my concerns to do with the sealant in the cracks of my driveway was very courteous and professional….
The representative sent to take care of my concerns to do with the sealant in the cracks of my driveway was very courteous and professional. Did everything I wanted done without question. I without reservation would recommend Ground Works to any of my family or friends. Thank you so very much. ( WAY Lay / Lu Khin) did great work.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.