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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.

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Get Your Crawl Space Repair from the Experts

Crawl space repair isn’t always easy, but it is always important. Because there are so many concerns you might run into as you start looking at your crawl space, you may want to know a little bit more about the process. Here’s everything you need to know about how crawl space repair works.

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Common Crawl Space Problem Signs

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Water in a Crawl Space

Your crawl space contains many of your home’s important systems. It is built specifically to seal out moisture, so how does water get inside your crawl space?

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Floor Joist Repair

Floor joist problems are more common than you might think. What can you do to maintain the health of your home’s floor joists?

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Sagging Floors

Sagging floors are one of the most daunting and frustrating problems to experience. What can you do to make this problem less frustrating?

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Crawl Space Mold Problems

Mold infestation in crawl spaces is common, creating poor air quality and health issues. Learn the causes and preventative solutions.

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Causes of Crawl Space Issues

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Moisture in the Crawl Space

Crawl space moisture can be hugely damaging to your home. What do you need to know about the issues with crawl space moisture?

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Wood Rot & Mold

Wood rot and mold are two problems that tend to strike fear into the hearts of homeowners. What should you know about these crawl space problems?

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Overspanned Floor Joists

Floor joists are integral to supporting your main floor. If they overspan, it can lead to several problems. What can cause floor joists to overspan?

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Open Crawl Space Vents

Open crawl space vents are a huge contributor to crawl space unhealthiness. What should you know if you have open crawl space vents?

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Methods of Fixing Crawl Space Problems

Crawl space professionals would offer a variety of solutions that can help ensure your crawl space stays in tip-top shape. Here’s a look at potential options available through your local crawl space repair experts:

Encapsulation

Crawl space encapsulation is a great way to reduce issues with your crawl space. This process ensures that your crawl space doesn’t deal with moisture from outside the crawl space itself. Typically, that includes installing a crawl space vapor barrier, closing crawl space vents, and installing a dehumidifier.

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Sump Pump

A sump pump is an important tool in your crawl space because it lets you pump out water that got in your crawl space somehow. Whether it’s because of a generalized flood, a plumbing leak in your home, or a waterproofing failure, a sump pump in your crawl space will at least make sure you don’t have standing water for longer than necessary.

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Insulation

Insulating your crawl space is an important element of making sure it’s healthy. If you don’t have any insulation in your crawl space, it’s a good idea to add it. If your insulation is wet or torn up, you’ll want to remove it and add new insulation. Regardless of your method, insulation is definitely important.

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Dehumidifier

A dehumidifier should never be your only step, but it is an important step in the process of making your crawl space healthier. Once you’ve gotten rid of all the most common entrances for humidity, a dehumidifier can help ensure your crawl space remains at a specific humidity level. It also cleans and filters the air to improve overall air quality throughout the crawl space and home as a whole.

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If you’re thinking about making your crawl space healthier, these may be a few of the things that you need. An expert can help you do all of them more effectively.

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FAQs About Crawl Space Repair

The best thing you can do is learn more about crawl space problems and keep an eye out for them. If you notice anything that hints at the possibility of a serious crawl space problem, you can call an expert to help you find out more about that problem. Not all these crawl space problems are extremely noticeable, but most of them have at least a few warning signs.

Not every crawl space problem requires immediate action, but all crawl space problems are important to handle as soon as possible. If you notice any of these concerns, like sagging floors or foundation cracks, you may want to get in touch with a crawl space expert to investigate it further.

Depending on the extent of the damage, a professional may recommend multiple repair solutions, but they will likely involve some combination of floor joist supports, vapor barriers, and/or dehumidifiers.

Don’t try to fix your crawl space by yourself. Crawl spaces are delicate areas, and DIYing may do more harm than help. Talk to an expert first. Experienced crawl space professionals have all the tools and expertise necessary to fix your crawl space the right way.

Crawl Space Repair Is Easier Than You’d Think with an Expert

One of the reasons many people worry about crawl space repair is because they’re concerned it’ll be difficult. Obviously, this is an understandable fear, but when you have the help of an expert, it’s really not that scary. Your local crawl space repair experts have a team of experienced professionals who are well-versed in identifying crawl space problems and recommending the best solution to meet your specific repair needs. Don’t hesitate to reach out to them for assistance so you can ensure the health and safety of your crawl space, your home, and your family.

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Nick B. and Josh B. did a great job explaining the steps and repairing my garage floor. Very polite and professional.

Nick B. and Josh B. did a great job explaining the steps and repairing my garage floor. Very polite and professional.

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Mark gave us an excellent presentation and proposal to our issue. He explained things well, answered our questions, and addressed our concerns. Mark is very professional, friendly and knowledgeable.

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Emmett N. did a great job explaining what he was doing and did it in a timely manner. He was also very professional.

Emmett N. did a great job explaining what he was doing and did it in a timely manner. He was also very professional.

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Reid Walley did an excellent job! Super impressed with Reid.

Reid Walley did an excellent job! Super impressed with Reid.

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The crew was pleasant, respectful, and hard working. They made the repairs in good time, did great work, and left no mess behind! Thank…

The crew was pleasant, respectful, and hard working. They made the repairs in good time, did great work, and left no mess behind! Thank you Josh, Brendan, and Lee!

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Fast and good service!

Fast and good service!

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We requested an evaluation of our situation of our basement. FRS sent out Kevin E. and he was outstanding. He was thorough, professional,…

We requested an evaluation of our situation of our basement. FRS sent out Kevin E. and he was outstanding. He was thorough, professional, and knowledgeable and left no stone unturned. Thank you Kevin and FRS!

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Excellent crew. Went over and above to complete job. Looks great.

Excellent crew. Went over and above to complete job. Looks great.

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Great first impression with AFS and Wade Siler! Wade arrived on time and got to work meticulously inspecting my home’s foundation. The…

Great first impression with AFS and Wade Siler! Wade arrived on time and got to work meticulously inspecting my home’s foundation. The final report included problems and solutions presented in a thorough but straightforward and easy to understand format. I look forward to working with Wade and AFS!

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Nick C did a phenomenal job in the garage and crawlspace. He was very professional, thorough and answered all of my questions. Thank you,…

Nick C did a phenomenal job in the garage and crawlspace. He was very professional, thorough and answered all of my questions. Thank you, Nick!

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Great company!

Great company!

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Bob was great. Met me on time and was very knowledgeable and imparted a lot of information that was very helpful.

Bob was great. Met me on time and was very knowledgeable and imparted a lot of information that was very helpful.

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Jamie and Luke were very courteous and professional. Work was done on-time and came out better than expected.

Jamie and Luke were very courteous and professional. Work was done on-time and came out better than expected.

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Chuck in service did a great job! He was very thorough and kind.

Chuck in service did a great job! He was very thorough and kind.

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We needed our front stoop lifted and tilted back away from the house. Mike and Isaiah took care of the stoop in around an hour, leaving it…

We needed our front stoop lifted and tilted back away from the house. Mike and Isaiah took care of the stoop in around an hour, leaving it at the right level and pitch. They took care of our plantings, trimmed the foam nicely and left the site clean. Thanks!

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Awesome job! The team did not disappoint, Jesse Henson's (sales)confidence made my decision to contract with Alpha easy. The appointed was…

Awesome job! The team did not disappoint, Jesse Henson's (sales)confidence made my decision to contract with Alpha easy. The appointed was set for a few weeks. Fast forward to install day, The foreman Zach hit the ground running, with Omar and Jaydon do the heavy lifting. All three guys were great, in and out in a day and a half. I have complete confidence in the work performed, was provided pictures of the crawl space and during the walk around Zach went over the warranty. Job well done! G.Helms PCB,FL

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Jacob Smith came by today got the job done early, couldn't be happier with the finished product. Great communication the whole way through. …

Jacob Smith came by today got the job done early, couldn't be happier with the finished product. Great communication the whole way through. Thanks so much guys !

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We had a really great experience at with all the guys we worked with at Foundation Recovery Systems. Starting with Preston originally, then …

We had a really great experience at with all the guys we worked with at Foundation Recovery Systems. Starting with Preston originally, then Sergio's team, with Jay I believe and the guy who was with them on the second day (forgetting name) who was very knowledgeable as well on all parts of the job. This of course is the type of work you wish you did not have to do or pay for; but starting from the beginning I got a lot of confidence with the process, then the guys doing the work. Very impressed with the outcome, and what the future now holds with no more water issues in the basement!! Thanks

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We had Timothy Vanmeter and was excellent service and communication before arrival day before and day of . Very appreciative. Excellent young man working for your company.

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I needed some leveling done and called Ohio basement authority first. After speaking with Charles, I didn’t even call anyone else. I had a…

I needed some leveling done and called Ohio basement authority first. After speaking with Charles, I didn’t even call anyone else. I had a sidewalk out front that needed to be leveled and a concrete patio out back that was cracked and uneven. John and Ethan did an absolutely wonderful job, they were friendly, polite and professional. No more worries about somebody tripping on the sidewalk and we will enjoy the patio for years to come. Thank you guys!

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Mike Berger was amazing

Mike Berger was amazing

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We would like to thank and show our appreciation to Jacob and Terrence with Tar Heel Basement Systems for the fantastic work they each did…

We would like to thank and show our appreciation to Jacob and Terrence with Tar Heel Basement Systems for the fantastic work they each did on finishing out our basement. They were kind, well mannered and knew what they were doing. They could answer any questions we asked. Many many thanks, to both of you, for a job well done. We think they deserve a 10 star rating!!! Sincerely, Larry and Lockwood Cornett

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Groundworks encapsulated my crawlspace. Gabriel A., Juan, and Mauro did an excellent job. The three men were very polite, respected my…

Groundworks encapsulated my crawlspace. Gabriel A., Juan, and Mauro did an excellent job. The three men were very polite, respected my personal space, made sure I was happy with the work, and kept their work area very clean. I would hire them again.

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Amazing group of guys. Very professional & quality work. Thanks Earle and everyone else that did the work. I'm

Amazing group of guys. Very professional & quality work. Thanks Earle and everyone else that did the work. I'm

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I was very happy with the work Judah and Zech did for me today. My back patio looks much better and will hopefully last much longer. The…

I was very happy with the work Judah and Zech did for me today. My back patio looks much better and will hopefully last much longer. The grout work looks fantastic.

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Well informed, very friendly and thorough…

Well informed, very friendly and thorough…

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Derrick Fatz took care of my sump pump replacement.

Derrick Fatz took care of my sump pump replacement.

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John Terry did an excellent job, everything was explained thoroughly. It was a pleasure working with John.

John Terry did an excellent job, everything was explained thoroughly. It was a pleasure working with John.

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James needs a raise

James needs a raise

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Working with this company has been a pleasure from the very beginning. Everyone I have spoken to is so kind and great to work with, from…

Working with this company has been a pleasure from the very beginning. Everyone I have spoken to is so kind and great to work with, from the office staff, to the person that came out to give us an estimate and to Tory and Blake, who leveled my air conditioner. This must be a great company who treats its people very well as you can tell by the way they interact with customers.

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Clint did a wonderful job of explaining the problems and what it to take to solve the issues. He was fun to work with.

Clint did a wonderful job of explaining the problems and what it to take to solve the issues. He was fun to work with.

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Today I had an AFS crew (David, Bobby, Jesus) come out to install foundation supports at my home in Crestview, FL. The crew was extremely…

Today I had an AFS crew (David, Bobby, Jesus) come out to install foundation supports at my home in Crestview, FL. The crew was extremely professional, explained in detail what they were going to do, showed me the final installation and the follow up checks that will take place. I would like to commend David's crew for the professional work they preformed.

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Highly recommend. Zach and Brett did a great job. Looks Amazing and water now flows away from our house

Highly recommend. Zach and Brett did a great job. Looks Amazing and water now flows away from our house

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Groundwork did a terrific job excellent workmanship by Giles GUILES and Jason how do you recommend these folks for any foundation or…

Groundwork did a terrific job excellent workmanship by Giles GUILES and Jason how do you recommend these folks for any foundation or concrete work?

Pat and Al Nardizzi

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Groundworks were fantastic. The project results were beautiful, much better than we imagined. We are 100% satisfied. The team, Hayden and…

Groundworks were fantastic. The project results were beautiful, much better than we imagined. We are 100% satisfied. The team, Hayden and Austin were professional and kept us informed at all times. I feel we received great service and value for the price.

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We have not scheduled the job yet, but Tyler Woody performed our inspection yesterday. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. He made…

We have not scheduled the job yet, but Tyler Woody performed our inspection yesterday. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. He made sure all our questions were answered. He took pictures of the crawl space to show us the problems, what things could become problematic in the future, and even what looked good. I would definitely recommend Tyler to perform inspections in anyone's home.

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Dave, Tim and Tavion repaired broken footer and broker foundation wall on my house, Throughout the entire project ( 14 days ), Dave and his …

Dave, Tim and Tavion repaired broken footer and broker foundation wall on my house, Throughout the entire project ( 14 days ), Dave and his crew are very professional, very details oriented and very helpful and answered all my questions very patiently. They are trustworthy and the best people you can have for foundation work.

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I recently had foundation work completed by Mount Valley Foundation at my property, and I could not be more impressed with the results….

I recently had foundation work completed by Mount Valley Foundation at my property, and I could not be more impressed with the results. From start to finish, the team, Jarrod, Mason, and Kincade demonstrated exceptional professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail. They thoroughly inspected the issue, clearly explained the underlying problems, and offered a practical plan that fit both my needs and budget. The three man crew arrived on time each day, worked efficiently, and kept the work area clean and safe. They communicated progress throughout the project, which gave me a lot of confidence in the process. Once the work was complete, they walked me through everything they had done and made sure all my questions were answered. The quality of the repair is outstanding?my home feels more stable, the cracks have been addressed, and I have peace of mind knowing the foundation is solid for the long term. It?s rare to find a company like Mount Valley Foundation that combines skill,

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Tyler and his Crew did a great job!! On time. Explained everything to me. 10 out 10!!! I would definitely recommend them and definitely use …

Tyler and his Crew did a great job!! On time. Explained everything to me. 10 out 10!!! I would definitely recommend them and definitely use their services again

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Andrew Parker did a outstanding job explaining everything to me thank

Andrew Parker did a outstanding job explaining everything to me thank

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Mark Turner explained things very well and answered all of my questions. He spent the time to listen to me and alleviate my concerns.

Mark Turner explained things very well and answered all of my questions. He spent the time to listen to me and alleviate my concerns.

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Jordan came out inspected our crawlspace, pointed out some flaws and educated us on the potential future problems that we could encounter…

Jordan came out inspected our crawlspace, pointed out some flaws and educated us on the potential future problems that we could encounter if the issues we have aren’t corrected. He was very well spoken and polite. We’ll undoubtably be trusting him with our future projects!

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CJ was awesome, and we are feeling very good about having the work done!

CJ was awesome, and we are feeling very good about having the work done!

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From our first phone call to the completion of the job, Alpha was responsive, professional, and a pleasure to work with. I would use them…

From our first phone call to the completion of the job, Alpha was responsive, professional, and a pleasure to work with. I would use them again and recommend them to others. Sam M. completed the work for us at our Punta Gorda office.

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I was very happy with the work done by Santos and the decision by Keon to fix the dip in my basement when it was found that after…

I was very happy with the work done by Santos and the decision by Keon to fix the dip in my basement when it was found that after stabilizing the joists, more needed to be done due to water damage of the joists. They added more structural support to the joists and fixed the problem at no additional costs. This experience with JES Foundation is very positive and they are very reputable.

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What can I say about my experience with the team. Chris Boyd did a comprehensive inspection, including crawling around in my crawlspace…

What can I say about my experience with the team. Chris Boyd did a comprehensive inspection, including crawling around in my crawlspace (and even brought me up the hammer I had left down there a couple months earlier). Daniel Mages and Scott Worthington were the technicians who did the concrete lift to my driveway and sidewalk sections. They showed up on time as scheduled (even provided me a courtesy call first to let me know when they would be arriving). The concrete lift and stabilization work was professional, and the sealing of the joints they did look amazing. I only wish I had taken the initiative to have the work done sooner. Thank you.

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Service tech Nick was great took the time to explain what he was doing and also offered me and the wife other services that they provide…

Service tech Nick was great took the time to explain what he was doing and also offered me and the wife other services that they provide that we will consider having done next spring very professional and knowledgeable about the company he works for THANKS NICK

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I had a great experience with Ohio Basement Authority. Eric came determined my problem and explained how they would fix it in terms I…

I had a great experience with Ohio Basement Authority. Eric came determined my problem and explained how they would fix it in terms I could understand. Scheduled the repair and kept in touch until it was completed. The team that did the repair were superior. Robert, Elijah and Morgan were so great!! Very knowledgeable,and professional. Can’t say enough positive things!! Made it as painless as possible! Thanks

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It was such a blessing to have Michael Dever and Jared in our home today!!! They were prompt, professional, and polite during my service…

It was such a blessing to have Michael Dever and Jared in our home today!!! They were prompt, professional, and polite during my service call and basement dehumidifier installation. From beginning to the end, I received exceptional customer service and all questions were addressed and answered. I praise the Lord for their attention to detail and patience to ensure our home will be even more healthy and comfortable for our family.

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They are a good Geologist/ civil engineering firm. I was happy with their evaluation of the subsurface for my foundation.

They are a good Geologist/ civil engineering firm. I was happy with their evaluation of the subsurface for my foundation.

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The service with A1 was professional, efficient and effective. Our plumber, Price explained everything in detail and even help me better…

The service with A1 was professional, efficient and effective. Our plumber, Price explained everything in detail and even help me better understand how and why we had the situation we were in. Thank you so much

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Jamie did a great job of addressing the issues with my driveway. One section had trouble with sinking and cracking, and he took care of the …

Jamie did a great job of addressing the issues with my driveway. One section had trouble with sinking and cracking, and he took care of the issue.

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Great job, very detailed info. Trusted he cared about the needs od the customet and my home.

Great job, very detailed info. Trusted he cared about the needs od the customet and my home.

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Alan and Julio called at said they would be by at 10:00 to start on our driveway- said it would take about 2 hours to finish the work. …

Alan and Julio called at said they would be by at 10:00 to start on our driveway- said it would take about 2 hours to finish the work. They arrived right at 10:00 and were done promptly at noon. The work was done and any mess cleaned up. Strongly recommend this company.

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Norman did a great job explaining how the system works, and what to do if something does go wrong.

Norman did a great job explaining how the system works, and what to do if something does go wrong.

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Troy Miller was the rep who came to our house in Ocean City MD. Troy was great to work with, very knowledgeable and didn't try to sell us…

Troy Miller was the rep who came to our house in Ocean City MD. Troy was great to work with, very knowledgeable and didn't try to sell us work we didn't need. In addition, Troy spent several hours at our house doing a thorough inspection of our crawl space. Troy educated us with technical data from a 3rd party (University studies) on how and why were having the issues in our crawl space.

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We scheduled an appointment on the phone and throughout the scheduling process, the Groundworks team was very informative and communicative….

We scheduled an appointment on the phone and throughout the scheduling process, the Groundworks team was very informative and communicative. Rich was my waterproofing expert and he was very friendly and professional. During the process he did an inspection and then presented the solutions while explaining the causes and the remedies for any and all issues. The cost is quite high but but there are financing options and it is a permanent waterproofing system. I recommend Groundworks to anyone looking for a waterproof home.

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Sam Martin did a fantastic job. Very clean and well organized. He left no mess and detailed the warranty very well. We weren't on the…

Sam Martin did a fantastic job. Very clean and well organized. He left no mess and detailed the warranty very well. We weren't on the schedule and received a notification only days after signing the contract that our tech was available today. Great job.

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Highly recommend. Sam did a great job explained all he was doing. Totally cleaned up everything.

Highly recommend. Sam did a great job explained all he was doing. Totally cleaned up everything.

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Certified Field Inspector, Braden Simpson was very good at explaining what had caused our house problem. He was very polite and informative….

Certified Field Inspector, Braden Simpson was very good at explaining what had caused our house problem. He was very polite and informative. I would highly recommend this young man.

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Caleb and Tyler arrived on time and finished the job in a timely manner. Caleb spoke with me before starting, making certain our…

Caleb and Tyler arrived on time and finished the job in a timely manner. Caleb spoke with me before starting, making certain our expectations were aligned. He consulted with me throughout the project, and reviewed what was done upon completion. He covered what to monitor and to call if we had any concerns.

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We had Patrick come out and give us a quote. He was SO informative and explained everything so well. It was a lot of information and we are …

We had Patrick come out and give us a quote. He was SO informative and explained everything so well. It was a lot of information and we are happy with the quote!

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Our home was built in 1959, with a crawlspace and a wood floor/subfloor that was starting to warp and sag. Alpha Foundations took care of…

Our home was built in 1959, with a crawlspace and a wood floor/subfloor that was starting to warp and sag. Alpha Foundations took care of us. David W. educated us regarding all the technicalities of the crawlspace encapsulation, equipment, and process, and explained how the jacks would correct the un-even floor. The crew (Jonah, Malik, Tammy, and Andrew) were outstanding, courteous, efficient, proficient, and the communication was great from start to finish! Thank you all for a wonderful job!

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Mike Cornecelli Grounds works was wonderful to work with!!

Mike Cornecelli Grounds works was wonderful to work with!!

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Cory was very helpful. We had him come out for a second opinion after another company told us we would need extensive work done, and he…

Cory was very helpful. We had him come out for a second opinion after another company told us we would need extensive work done, and he showed us why that was not necessary. He saved us money and was very professional and, again, incredibly helpful, would highly recommend.

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Last week I asked Ohio Basement Authority to come out to investigate why my floor was so cold and why cold air was coming in from the…

Last week I asked Ohio Basement Authority to come out to investigate why my floor was so cold and why cold air was coming in from the bottom of the fireplace. Dylan came out as promised and did an extremely thorough investigation. I was surprised and impressed with how interested and determined he was to figure out the issue. He looked outside, inside, and spent lots of time in the crawlspace. He found places in the crawlspace that were of particular concern and explained what would be the best solutions. He showed pictures and took his time explaining his reasoning. Then he was very willing to explain it again to my son and a friend so they could help me decide. No pressure, professional demeanor. I can tell he loves what he is doing and takes pride in doing it honestly and with excellence. Dylan has made me feel confident having the work done by Ohio Basement Authority.

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We had Mount Valley Foundation complete a foundation repair on February 9, 2026. Kevin A, Chris W, and Mason T, were the workmen who…

We had Mount Valley Foundation complete a foundation repair on February 9, 2026. Kevin A, Chris W, and Mason T, were the workmen who completed our job. They were polite, attentive, and worked like a well-oiled machine. They had great attention to detail, replaced yard items that had to be moved, and even raked the marks left by their equipment. I have rarely seen a team that did as good.

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Cody came out to our house and gave me a free estimate for the much needed foundation repair. Thank you Cody for all the time you spent…

Cody came out to our house and gave me a free estimate for the much needed foundation repair. Thank you Cody for all the time you spent going over the details. Your professionalism and knowledge was outstanding!

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Mark DuPont is a very professional JES repair agent, he explained everything we need to know about fixing our basement foundation and…

Mark DuPont is a very professional JES repair agent, he explained everything we need to know about fixing our basement foundation and cracks. Can’t go wrong with Mark DuPont and JES Foundation company

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Groundworks absolutely did an amazing job from start to finish! The entire process was done with great care, dedication and commitment,…

Groundworks absolutely did an amazing job from start to finish! The entire process was done with great care, dedication and commitment, not only with my home?s foundation, but in Groundworks as well. The whole crew deserves high marks! Their pride shows! A BIG shoutout and many thanks to Brice West, sales; Foreman Isaac Garcia, Jonathan ?JB? Baxter and Zach Johnson! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

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Roberto and Oscar did a nice job! We appreciate their hard work.

Roberto and Oscar did a nice job! We appreciate their hard work.

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Devin, Taylor, Jacob, Marq. Crew did an excellent job very satisfied with their work that they did and they’re friendliness would recommend …

Devin, Taylor, Jacob, Marq. Crew did an excellent job very satisfied with their work that they did and they’re friendliness would recommend anyone!

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Rico did a great job on my 30-year-old driveway! He carefully confirmed the job to be done, then did it well. I was impressed by the…

Rico did a great job on my 30-year-old driveway! He carefully confirmed the job to be done, then did it well. I was impressed by the people at Groundworks. They also made it very easy for me to make a decision, by giving a fixed price for concrete leveling, unlike other contractors I contacted.

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These guys Rob G. Kayla Stacy did an amazing job on the concrete around our pool. I highly recommend this company

These guys Rob G. Kayla Stacy did an amazing job on the concrete around our pool. I highly recommend this company

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The service technician, Denis Goncharov, came by to benchmark the push piers that had been installed in my basement a couple of years ago. …

The service technician, Denis Goncharov, came by to benchmark the push piers that had been installed in my basement a couple of years ago. He was friendly and explained that everything was stable, which was a relief after the amount of work that had to be done originally.

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Pool deck was several inches uneven in multiple places across the entire end (oak trees are beautiful, but roots go where they want)…

Pool deck was several inches uneven in multiple places across the entire end (oak trees are beautiful, but roots go where they want) Brandon arrived and assessed the damage and explained the process. Date for work was set and o Ryan and Jared arrived on time and Piers were set and concrete was moving. Watching this happen was amazing. Before they were done, Hunter and Brad arrived and placed their equipment and setup ready to push the foam in just a short amount of time. Concrete moving, foam filling spaces, piers supporting and job is excellent and exactly what was needed. Dollars well spent to get a professional, guaranteed job correcting major issues with concrete pool deck. This is a second, and a very different use, but the same experience and result. Alpha Foundation has been the answer for us for sure.

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5 star review for Dan! Dan as an inspector came out to our house and had a genuine interest in our home, the problem we were having and…

5 star review for Dan! Dan as an inspector came out to our house and had a genuine interest in our home, the problem we were having and thoroughly explained his background experience and cared for us. Dan did not even mention a sale price to us once during our inspection. I felt he trusted and comfortable with our experience with OBA because of our experience with Dan. Will be giving them a call in the future for our Basement repair needs.

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Great work@ Stan Drychkov

Great work@ Stan Drychkov

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Our service tech Alvin Miller III of GroundWorks/formally know as Busy Dog came for a sump pump annual checkup. Alvin was very…

Our service tech Alvin Miller III of GroundWorks/formally know as Busy Dog came for a sump pump annual checkup. Alvin was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about his work. He very patiently explained to me how our sump pump and back up battery operates. He was fast and efficient and diligently recorded all of the work that was done. I was very happy to hear that everything is in good shape and nothing needed to be updated and replaced. I highly recommend GroundWorks aka Busy Dog company.

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Alpha Foundations repaired an entry wall to our subdivision that was beginning to sink due to a failure of a retaining wall. Alpha was…

Alpha Foundations repaired an entry wall to our subdivision that was beginning to sink due to a failure of a retaining wall. Alpha was able to correct the problem and level the wall to avoid a total failure. It was a first-class job!

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Denis came to inspect our sump pump. He informed us ahead of the expected arrival time. He explained the process well and was very…

Denis came to inspect our sump pump. He informed us ahead of the expected arrival time. He explained the process well and was very informative. He was friendly and approachable.

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Adam Chaney was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. He explained everything in full detail with multiple options for the repairs. He did…

Adam Chaney was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. He explained everything in full detail with multiple options for the repairs. He did not try and push any unneeded options and did not try to explain damages or issue that were not present. I am extremely impressed with how he handled everything

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Ben and Jerry (Jerrad) did a great job of servicing my dehumidifier air system unit. They explained the cleaning process, adjusted the…

Ben and Jerry (Jerrad) did a great job of servicing my dehumidifier air system unit. They explained the cleaning process, adjusted the settings and completed the process. An inspection of each wall of the foundation led to the suggestion of a wall gutter/ sump pump system. I am informed and know how to proceed. Excellent service and educational information.

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The AFS workers,Kayote, Nolan and Tyler, came both days ready to do their job. They took pride in the work that they did and it shows in…

The AFS workers,Kayote, Nolan and Tyler, came both days ready to do their job. They took pride in the work that they did and it shows in the results that we got. If we had to do it again we’d choose AFS again. Thanks again guys 😊👏🏽

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Rock on roll Joe did a great job. Thank you!

Rock on roll Joe did a great job. Thank you!

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Doug Helfrich is our contact, he is very knowledgeable and helpful. He has been available for all questions and was flexible when we…

Doug Helfrich is our contact, he is very knowledgeable and helpful. He has been available for all questions and was flexible when we needed it.

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Best in the industry!

Best in the industry!

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Andy Hess has been a pleasure working with so far. He has been upfront in what he believes he thinks should be done, and was willing to go…

Andy Hess has been a pleasure working with so far. He has been upfront in what he believes he thinks should be done, and was willing to go into the crawlspace multiple times to confirm the most cost effective way of fixing it up.

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I had a great experience with Groundsworks. Scott was extremely friendly and did a thorough (and free) evaluation of our foundation. Scott…

I had a great experience with Groundsworks. Scott was extremely friendly and did a thorough (and free) evaluation of our foundation. Scott informed me that our foundation is currently in great shape, and he carefully showed me his analysis of the property. Since the foundation is in good shape, he had no recommendations and told me that we don't need to spend any money on this right now. I really appreciate the honesty and helpfulness of this company; especially not trying to make any money from us when there were no problems. It sounds like, from other reviews, that they are honest and helpful when repairs are needed. I would recommend.

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Sean Robinson he did a great job with me thank you very much

Sean Robinson he did a great job with me thank you very much

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Dan was very efficient and professional. Very kind and respectful

Dan was very efficient and professional. Very kind and respectful

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The crew (Cornell, Angel, Danny, AJ, and Lee) did an amazing job prepping the site, installing the piers, and cleaning up afterwards….

The crew (Cornell, Angel, Danny, AJ, and Lee) did an amazing job prepping the site, installing the piers, and cleaning up afterwards. Cornell, the lead foreman, stayed in continuous contact throughout the process and gave status updates to ensure the project was on schedule. Would recommend this crew to install piers for future projects.

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The Groundworks crew (Xander, Jose, Marquell, Esvin, Darrell and John) did a great job of leveling and stabilizing our foundation in…

The Groundworks crew (Xander, Jose, Marquell, Esvin, Darrell and John) did a great job of leveling and stabilizing our foundation in preparation for sub-slab plumbing work. They carefully checked the level of the foundation, put in the piers, explained what they were doing and cleaned up afterward. A+ all around.

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We (Howard & Ethel Lockett)want to commend first of all Paul, for coming to our home laying out the master plan in detail, explaining…

We (Howard & Ethel Lockett)want to commend first of all Paul, for coming to our home laying out the master plan in detail, explaining everything to us of what to expect and how the project would start to the end, we had questions and he answered every question, he did not leave a stone unturned, and the crew he sent to our home, just add icing to the cake, Bobby, David, and Aseno! These guys were phenomenal! Very Professional, talk me right through it every step of the way "Job Well Done" set me and my husband mind at ease. Thank you AFS for sending your Crew! Howard & Ethel Lockett

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Nate V. is awesome. Friendly and very knowledgeable.

Nate V. is awesome. Friendly and very knowledgeable.

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The best experience ever for a home service. Scott Phillips was knowledgeable, personable, informative and intelligent. The videos offered…

The best experience ever for a home service. Scott Phillips was knowledgeable, personable, informative and intelligent. The videos offered for viewing were helpful in understanding basement problems and answered questions and debunked myths about wet basements.

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Willie was super knowledgeable, knew just where and what to look for concerning our plumbing back up. He took time to explain to us and was …

Willie was super knowledgeable, knew just where and what to look for concerning our plumbing back up. He took time to explain to us and was super friendly. 5 stars for Willie!!

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Have really enjoyed working with this company. They are really flexible with the services they offer and everyone has been very…

Have really enjoyed working with this company. They are really flexible with the services they offer and everyone has been very professional. I got to work with Zach Sanders who was very friendly and knowledgeable and explained what he saw with our home and showed us possible solutions we could explore in an efficient and clear manner.

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Aaron Gardner was on time and very professional. He did a great job and I look forward to seeing our work that is needed to be done.

Aaron Gardner was on time and very professional. He did a great job and I look forward to seeing our work that is needed to be done.

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Chris was professional and very knowledgeable! Didn’t waste any time diagnosing and repairing the issue with my shower, thanks a million!

Chris was professional and very knowledgeable! Didn’t waste any time diagnosing and repairing the issue with my shower, thanks a million!

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