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Groundworks

4.38(
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Groundworks

4.38(
13
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
49 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Groundworks, formerly Bay Area Underpinning, specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento and San Jose areas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"I highly recommend Groundworks for foundation concerns. They were very prompt with returning my call and providing a free inspection. I had concerns for my 103 year old home, especially a section of the foundation. Their Inspector, Bob Bloom, arrived on time, was professional and experienced, took time to answer all my questions (thank you for not rushing), and provided me with useful feedback on my foundation and options for repair. Bob gave an honest assessment with no sales pressure. Although I decided to defer foundation work at this time, I will definitely use them in the future."

Monica M on November 2025

Groundworks, formerly Bay Area Underpinning, specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento and San Jose areas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"I highly recommend Groundworks for foundation concerns. They were very prompt with returning my call and providing a free inspection. I had concerns for my 103 year old home, especially a section of the foundation. Their Inspector, Bob Bloom, arrived on time, was professional and experienced, took time to answer all my questions (thank you for not rushing), and provided me with useful feedback on my foundation and options for repair. Bob gave an honest assessment with no sales pressure. Although I decided to defer foundation work at this time, I will definitely use them in the future."

Monica M on November 2025

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Drainage Pros

4.21(
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Drainage Pros

4.21(
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Customers say: Quality work
30 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

For over 33 years, Drainage Pros has successfully eliminated drainage and standing water problems for residential and commercial clients in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. At Drainage Pros, we specialize in providing each of our clients with reliable cost effective, permanent drainage solutions. Drainage Pros is the Bay Area leader in installing drainage systems with guaranteed and predictable results. Because of our ability to eliminate standing water problems, we are the first and only company in the Bay Area that offers you in writing a "5 Year No Standing Water Guarantee!" This unique guarantee of ours is unequaled in the industry. We have the skills that many have come to trust for all their Bay Area drainage needs. Our expert team is well trained and detail oriented while addressing the causes of your drainage water problems. You can rely on us! We will handle any and all standing water problems you are experiencing. Our team is committed to providing you with personalized service, the utmost care and our complete dedication to all of your project needs. At Drainage Pros, we understand that providing drainage solutions is a specialized discipline requiring a specific skill-set and training. So, whether you need a French drain, a sump pump, or a surface drainage system, Drainage Pros are the professionals of choice to rely upon every time to get your job done right! Drainage Pros, Results Guaranteed!

"The entire project took 9 days and involved a crew that was exceptional in every way. From Terrie to Tom, Rich (the owner), Alberto (the project manager), Eusebio (Alberto's right-hand man), and the entire team--they were the most respectful, diligent, patient, and fexible crew I've ever worked with. The quality of their work was outstanding, and they took great care in respecting our property while delivering an excellent solution. From a value standpoint, their price represented the best value proposition. Given the decades of experience doing ONLY this, they are literally the only game in town in my opinion. I highly recommend this team. They genuinely care about their work and provide a top-notch service."

Richard L on October 2024

For over 33 years, Drainage Pros has successfully eliminated drainage and standing water problems for residential and commercial clients in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. At Drainage Pros, we specialize in providing each of our clients with reliable cost effective, permanent drainage solutions. Drainage Pros is the Bay Area leader in installing drainage systems with guaranteed and predictable results. Because of our ability to eliminate standing water problems, we are the first and only company in the Bay Area that offers you in writing a "5 Year No Standing Water Guarantee!" This unique guarantee of ours is unequaled in the industry. We have the skills that many have come to trust for all their Bay Area drainage needs. Our expert team is well trained and detail oriented while addressing the causes of your drainage water problems. You can rely on us! We will handle any and all standing water problems you are experiencing. Our team is committed to providing you with personalized service, the utmost care and our complete dedication to all of your project needs. At Drainage Pros, we understand that providing drainage solutions is a specialized discipline requiring a specific skill-set and training. So, whether you need a French drain, a sump pump, or a surface drainage system, Drainage Pros are the professionals of choice to rely upon every time to get your job done right! Drainage Pros, Results Guaranteed!

"The entire project took 9 days and involved a crew that was exceptional in every way. From Terrie to Tom, Rich (the owner), Alberto (the project manager), Eusebio (Alberto's right-hand man), and the entire team--they were the most respectful, diligent, patient, and fexible crew I've ever worked with. The quality of their work was outstanding, and they took great care in respecting our property while delivering an excellent solution. From a value standpoint, their price represented the best value proposition. Given the decades of experience doing ONLY this, they are literally the only game in town in my opinion. I highly recommend this team. They genuinely care about their work and provide a top-notch service."

Richard L on October 2024

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Groundworks

5.00(
2
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Groundworks

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
108 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Groundworks specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento area. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation.

"Juanpablo H. & Alex C. provided excellent service. Their knowledge and transparency gave me all the confidence that they?re the best persons for the job. Transparency is a major trust driver for me, and their ability to have frank and informative discussion earned my loyalty. Thank you both! "

Sam _ on May 2025

Groundworks specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento area. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation.

"Juanpablo H. & Alex C. provided excellent service. Their knowledge and transparency gave me all the confidence that they?re the best persons for the job. Transparency is a major trust driver for me, and their ability to have frank and informative discussion earned my loyalty. Thank you both! "

Sam _ on May 2025

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Groundworks

3.40(
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Groundworks

3.40(
5
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•Approved Pro
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

In 2005, Steven and Kelly Egloff founded Bay Area Underpinning with the goal of providing a cost-effective, engineered solution to foundation settlement problems with an emphasis on educating customers. In 2023, BAU partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider, to offer the best products in the industry and provide elite business management resources to their employees. BAU will now operate under the Groundworks name, while continuing to improve the customer experience and provide expertise and guidance from San Jose to Sacramento. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"went horrible 2 week job took 7 months"

Cat D on April 2025

In 2005, Steven and Kelly Egloff founded Bay Area Underpinning with the goal of providing a cost-effective, engineered solution to foundation settlement problems with an emphasis on educating customers. In 2023, BAU partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider, to offer the best products in the industry and provide elite business management resources to their employees. BAU will now operate under the Groundworks name, while continuing to improve the customer experience and provide expertise and guidance from San Jose to Sacramento. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"went horrible 2 week job took 7 months"

Cat D on April 2025

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BLUE LADDER GENERAL CONSTRUCTION INC

5.00(
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BLUE LADDER GENERAL CONSTRUCTION INC

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Amilcar and his crew completed the project on time and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them."

Sandip P on November 2024

Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Amilcar and his crew completed the project on time and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them."

Sandip P on November 2024

10X Design Build

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10X Design Build

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Free onsite estimate

I am a General Contractor who specializes is in additions, remodeling, HVAC, electrical and all homeowner needs. I have an extensive background in general contracting with mixed use projects valuing $300M in total value. I have built mixed use buildings totaling over 400 units.

I am a General Contractor who specializes is in additions, remodeling, HVAC, electrical and all homeowner needs. I have an extensive background in general contracting with mixed use projects valuing $300M in total value. I have built mixed use buildings totaling over 400 units.

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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

4.80(
5
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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

4.80(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We are veterans in residential and commercial plumbing needs. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"They recommended a good solution for the occasional shallow flooding in the garage (installing a sump pump) They started soon after we submitted the request and they did a good job. Most importantly, the pump kept the garage dry through our seemingly endless rains this winter. There are 2 reasons I rate the job with 4 stars rather than 5. (1) The job did not pass the city’s inspection and a critical connection had to be reconfigured (after which it passed) and (2) there was some weirdness around payment on the last day of the actual work (before the inspection) in which the crew seemed unwilling to leave without a check and then were slowly driving around the neighborhood afterwards. When I brought this up with my contact at the company, he denied that the van was theirs (which it definitely was) and didn’t really explain or defuse the bad feeling this created. But … they did a good job and in this day and age that’s really important and can’t be taken for granted. I recommend this company with the suggestion that paperwork, permitting, terms of payment etc should be clearly settled in advance."

Lynn F on July 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We are veterans in residential and commercial plumbing needs. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"They recommended a good solution for the occasional shallow flooding in the garage (installing a sump pump) They started soon after we submitted the request and they did a good job. Most importantly, the pump kept the garage dry through our seemingly endless rains this winter. There are 2 reasons I rate the job with 4 stars rather than 5. (1) The job did not pass the city’s inspection and a critical connection had to be reconfigured (after which it passed) and (2) there was some weirdness around payment on the last day of the actual work (before the inspection) in which the crew seemed unwilling to leave without a check and then were slowly driving around the neighborhood afterwards. When I brought this up with my contact at the company, he denied that the van was theirs (which it definitely was) and didn’t really explain or defuse the bad feeling this created. But … they did a good job and in this day and age that’s really important and can’t be taken for granted. I recommend this company with the suggestion that paperwork, permitting, terms of payment etc should be clearly settled in advance."

Lynn F on July 2024

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Ecostep, Inc.

5.00(
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Ecostep, Inc.

5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Licensed General and Specialty Contractor with over 30 years of experience remodelning kitchens, bathrooms, home office, custom cabinets, millwork, trim, doors and windows. We hold General, Plumbing, Cabinets and Millwork, We hold General, Cabinets and Millwork, Plumbing and Insulation licenses.

"As an architectural designer I highly recommend Amer and company to do high end remodeling work. He delivers on time as he promised. He is a wonderful builder/contractor. I recommend him highly."

Amparo D on January 2023

Licensed General and Specialty Contractor with over 30 years of experience remodelning kitchens, bathrooms, home office, custom cabinets, millwork, trim, doors and windows. We hold General, Plumbing, Cabinets and Millwork, We hold General, Cabinets and Millwork, Plumbing and Insulation licenses.

"As an architectural designer I highly recommend Amer and company to do high end remodeling work. He delivers on time as he promised. He is a wonderful builder/contractor. I recommend him highly."

Amparo D on January 2023

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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Several factors dictate if you should waterproof the interior or exterior of your basement. Waterproofing the exterior of your home is a great option if you use your basement for storage, as it provides the most protection from water and water damage. If you prefer work done outside of your home versus inside, exterior waterproofing is best for you. However, interior waterproofing is often less expensive since the area is easier to reach and requires less labor.

Access to commercial-grade products and equipment, ensuring thorough coverage and long-lasting protection.

If there is standing liquid on your concrete, remove it before attempting any of the above cleaning methods. For small amounts of water, use rags, a bucket, and a mop. For larger areas of liquid, lay down cat litter or baking soda to soak up the water first. If you have extremely large pools of water sitting on your concrete, break out the wet vac and get to work.

The first step to preventing foundation cracks is to repair any current ones. When one crack forms, it becomes more likely that a second crack will follow. A few other tips include performing regular foundation checks, cleaning spouts and gutters, and installing exterior drains if needed. For those living in a hot and arid area, you should water your foundation every other day.

Yes, usually you will need some kind of vapor barrier on the exterior walls when the framing is attached to concrete and masonry surfaces.

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