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Crawl Space Repair and Basement Waterproofing in Traverse City, MI

If your crawl space or basement is constantly leaking in your Traverse City area home—you are not enjoying all the region has to offer. Proven repairs from a trusted area expert can restore your quality of life.

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Our honest approach, experienced team and exceptional service sets us apart from the other guys. Let us show you the difference.

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Scott was an absolute pleasure to work wit. He explained everything in detail and was very knowledgeable about the system and its benefits. …

Scott was an absolute pleasure to work wit. He explained everything in detail and was very knowledgeable about the system and its benefits. What a great experience!

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We had a great FSM service person. John Eldon! He has great customer service skills. he was excellent to explain all the upgrades to our…

We had a great FSM service person. John Eldon! He has great customer service skills. he was excellent to explain all the upgrades to our crawl spaces! He did an excellent job crawling under our house! Wish we could see him again! He is a excellent FSM reprehensive!

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John and Dylan were exceptionally professional and helpful throughout the entire profiling process. Excellent experience throughout. We…

John and Dylan were exceptionally professional and helpful throughout the entire profiling process. Excellent experience throughout. We have scheduled the work, and we are looking forward to getting the job done very soon. Thank you!

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Scott Lukowski was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in addressing wet basement issues!

Scott Lukowski was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in addressing wet basement issues!

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Very pleasant informational on company. Scott Lukowski was amazing down to earth. not pushy at all Highly recommend.

Very pleasant informational on company. Scott Lukowski was amazing down to earth. not pushy at all Highly recommend.

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Alex, Marcus and Josue were considerate and professional and did an excellent job repairing our foundation. They were on time every day (a …

Alex, Marcus and Josue were considerate and professional and did an excellent job repairing our foundation. They were on time every day (a 3-day job) and even finished a few hours early without lacking craftmanship. Overall, extremely satisfied with the repair of our foundation from FSM.

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I highly recommend Will Irvine, Master Service Technician, for yearly maintenance check. Professional, polite and very thorough in doing…

I highly recommend Will Irvine, Master Service Technician, for yearly maintenance check. Professional, polite and very thorough in doing the inspection. 5 Star Service!!!!

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Thank you Dylan Gauld for taking the time to come out to my girlfriend’s house today to give us a quote. We are looking forward to doing…

Thank you Dylan Gauld for taking the time to come out to my girlfriend’s house today to give us a quote. We are looking forward to doing business with FSM of traverse city.

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Was a pleasure having Tim H, Nick P they were very thorough, checking every aspect of the home inside and out. Very kind, respectful.

Was a pleasure having Tim H, Nick P they were very thorough, checking every aspect of the home inside and out. Very kind, respectful.

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Dylan was absolutely wonderful!!! Attentive, respectful, professional and patient. It was a joy to work with him! Thanks, Dylan!

Dylan was absolutely wonderful!!! Attentive, respectful, professional and patient. It was a joy to work with him! Thanks, Dylan!

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My Certified Field Inspector, James Nesbitt was very professional in appearance and the knowledge of the work needed to be done, and…

My Certified Field Inspector, James Nesbitt was very professional in appearance and the knowledge of the work needed to be done, and explained everything in a detailed way was easy for me to understand

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Dave Pearson and his crew did a great job and were very professional.

Dave Pearson and his crew did a great job and were very professional.

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Jason was quick to respond to my call for help. He provided a free, professional consultation and expert advice. Land contouring must be…

Jason was quick to respond to my call for help. He provided a free, professional consultation and expert advice. Land contouring must be done prior to what his company can do, so French drain and sump pump install have been postponed for now.

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I'm doing this review for Mike Cronk You crew was great 👍🏻 👌 👏

I'm doing this review for Mike Cronk You crew was great 👍🏻 👌 👏

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We recently bought our first home and after the first heavy rainstorms of the year, we found water in our basement. Jim Nesbitt came out to …

We recently bought our first home and after the first heavy rainstorms of the year, we found water in our basement. Jim Nesbitt came out to inspect our foundation and was incredibly kind, professional, and knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the issues clearly and helped us understand our options for repairs. As first-time homeowners, we really appreciated his guidance and honesty. We’re looking forward to working with the company to get our basement fixed. Highly recommend!

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Nate’s knowledge and communication skills were amazing! Highly recommend.

Nate’s knowledge and communication skills were amazing! Highly recommend.

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This crew did an outstanding job. The members were Steven c, Matt f, Justin p, Isaiah f. Our basement transformation was day and night. We…

This crew did an outstanding job. The members were Steven c, Matt f, Justin p, Isaiah f. Our basement transformation was day and night. We had had issues with the basement being damp moisture ridden. After they finished our basement look like brand new, smelled great. There was no hint of moisture in the air. I look forward to using the basement for many years to come. Would recommend this to friends and family.

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A very good company! Tim Hooper came to do my annual service check. He was very thorough and knowledgeable. He explained everything.and was …

A very good company! Tim Hooper came to do my annual service check. He was very thorough and knowledgeable. He explained everything.and was very professional.

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Chris Peplinski came out to evaluate our basement water issue. He was great to work with, and he explained the process clearly. Excellent…

Chris Peplinski came out to evaluate our basement water issue. He was great to work with, and he explained the process clearly. Excellent work, Chris. Thank you for your assistance.

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The crew arrived promptly this morning led by Hunter the Foreman and crew members Dalton and Dawson. They covered the walls and floors…

The crew arrived promptly this morning led by Hunter the Foreman and crew members Dalton and Dawson. They covered the walls and floors leading to the crawl and were extremely neat and conscientious. They answered our questions, showed and explained the results of their skillful work, all delivered exactly as contracted. They cleaned up the crawl floor, even areas we had on our “to do list”! SO IMPRESSED! We must include Zachary, our Sales Rep, who developed the solution initially, came out a week beforehand at our request to make sure we had prepared the exterior as needed. HIGHLY recommend FSM, now Groundworks of Traverse City.

Foundation Experts in Traverse City

Homeowners like you in Traverse City, MI, are used to sun, sand and beautiful lakes. However, when your basement or crawl space turns into a lake, the result is far less enjoyable. 

Located near some of Michigan’s most beautiful waterways, Traverse City and the surrounding areas of Cheboygan, Cadillac, and Mackinaw City have more than just lake water to contend with. Their year-round precipitation, heavy snow melt, and high humid summers cause moisture in your basement or crawl space.

The constant water vapor in Traverse City causes musty smells during the summer months, and cold, drafty floors in the winter. These concerns make crawl spaces a less than desirable foundation type in Northern Michigan. If unwanted moisture is left untreated, it often leads to uneven floors and sagging foundations. Sometimes problem signs are noticed after the damage is done, so it’s good to periodically take a look and assess the situation regardless of problem signs. 

Traverse City’s sandy soil is good for drainage, but even the best soil can’t keep water out of your foundation when the saturation level is especially high.

If it sounds all too familiar, you’re not alone. Many in the Traverse City area feel your frustration and know that FSM is here to help with foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawl space repair. 

Permanent Foundation Solutions

Groundworks Experts Assess and Repair a Home Foundation

Foundation Repair

When problems with your home’s foundation arise, it can bring a variety of other issues along with it. Here’s how our specialized solutions can repair your home’s foundation to it’s original stability.

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Basement Waterproofing

Curious about wet basement repair? Groundworks provides local residential and commercial basement waterproofing services. We offer free inspections!

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Crawl Space Repair

When it comes to the health of your home’s crawl space, there are many factors and problem signs at work. Knowing what the signs are could help you indicate that it’s time for repairs.

Concrete Lifting

Concrete Lifting

The stability and consistency of the concrete around your home is an important factor to it’s overall aesthetic and wellbeing. Here’s what you should know about the concrete lifting options for your home.

Why Choose Us?

Local Expertise

Our team of professionals has undergone extensive training. You can rest assured knowing your home is in good hands and will be properly protected by our team of experts.

Customizable Solutions

All our solutions are fully customizable and can be specifically tailored to meet your home’s repair needs. Every home is unique, and that’s why we ensure every solution is too.

Unmatched Quality

We never sacrifice quality for quantity or time. We work until the job is done the right way, and we firmly believe that every customer deserves the highest quality solutions and professionalism, no matter where they live.

Peace of Mind

It is our goal to ensure we provide exactly what is needed to fix the problem, permanently. Peace of mind comes standard with everything we do.

Continued Service & Maintenance

Our service and maintenance programs ensure the solutions we install continue to function to their highest ability and properly protect your home.

Warranty

All our products and services are backed by long-term warranties. A warranty is only as good as the company behind it. We are leaders in the industry who stand behind our engineered, tested, and approved repairs.

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