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Groundworks
3.1(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Groundworks folks (formerly Bay Area Underpinning) applied their foundation-underpinning technology and expertise to extend to bedrock, level, square up the foundation for an extensive house remodel. I was most impressed by the young man onsite supervisor, Josh who answered all my work done, how and why questions. I wish this info was provided up front by the estimator. (My design-build remodel contractor referred this company)."
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Concrete
Concrete

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115 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
CLM Excavating, Inc.
4.6(
7
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Home Advisor does not have the specific category for the work that was performed of replacement of graded retaining wall up my driveway and around a structure. The work utilized excavation, concrete, wood & construction. Cristian, the owner, was the epitomy of professionalism as with every crew member. Firstly, he did not try to sell me on something I did not want, much appreciated. The job was meticulously executed in record time at the price I could pay. This job has been on my bucket list for years... finally completed with a job well done!"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Electrical conduit

+28

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Doug Parks & Son Plumbing
4.2(
5
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Doug and his son were super professional, but friendly. They did an excellent job of installing my new water heater and went over and above in explaining how to take care of it, etc. I will for sure be calling them if any other plumbing issue in the future. I am THE PICKIEST person on the planet and I HIGHLY recommend Doug and his son!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing FAQs, answered by experts

Periodic inspections and addressing drainage issues prevent further damage.

The primary downside to crawl space encapsulation is the high cost, which can be several thousand dollars. Additionally, the process can make future repairs more complicated by limiting access to plumbing and electrical wiring within the crawl space. Encapsulation also requires sealing off any vents, which can be a disadvantage for home designs that benefit from the airflow they provide. It's recommended to consult with a crawl space contractor to determine if the benefits outweigh these potential drawbacks for your specific home.

There are a few downsides to a wet room, the most important of which is the risk of mold growth from the moisture and humidity. Standard bathrooms can have the same issue, but wet rooms are more likely to experience problems because water is less carefully contained. You also have less privacy since the entire bathroom is open, and the room must include waterproofing, which makes wet rooms more expensive to install than regular bathrooms.

Yes, engineers assess soil load-bearing capacity and provide construction guidelines.

Standing water under your house can threaten its structural integrity. If water pools in your crawl space, it can damage the foundation and the structure above ground, causing wood rot, mold, and other problems. If you have a concrete foundation, standing water under your house can also make your foundation slabs crack.

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