
Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1946
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They replaced the outside spigot and repaired a couple bad sections of pipe. They did a good job."

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Last update on July 05, 2025

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1946
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They replaced the outside spigot and repaired a couple bad sections of pipe. They did a good job."

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Great service; cheerful personality; Helpfully shared information about the repair process."




Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I feel like I had the A-Team working on my driveway project. We had Steve the Field Inspector who identified all the troubled areas. Everything Steve told be about the process, what the team would be doing, and how it would be done. It was all true. When Bryce and Joe showed up. We reviewed the project once again to ensure agreement. The guys got to work. They extended to some drain tile, cleaned out all the cracks, let the polyfoam do its job, and finally sealed all the joints. The result was picture perfect just as I hoped it would be. Thanks Foundation Recovery System team for a great job and a great experience."





+16

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They put in drain tile and a sump pump in the basement and a compression guard in the drive. They were helpful and friendly and professional."





+12

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Not a well known service but they are amazing. Victor really knew his stuff and was super friendly. Much superior to their competition."

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The work isn't done yet, but the procedure and professionals thus far have been wonderful!"





+16

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We had such an amazing experience with this company. Chris did an amazing job on power washing and staining our basement floor. - Quick AND cost-friendly estimate - Fast response and communication time - Did EXACTLY what we wanted in the picture we sent him - Texted us every step of the project timeline - Got the project done in less than 48 hours We will be using this company again, and can guarantee you will be satisfied if you go with them! Thank you!"





+26

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Our basement had 3 clay brick walls that were crumbling and one good wall that was rebuilt in the 1980's. We original went with a very well known local basement company that seemed professional. They came out to our house November of 2014 to give us an estimate. They said we needed to replace 2 walls and brace the 3rd. We were quoted about $36,000 for the work. We scheduled the work for April because the work can't be completed in the winter. When they came back late Feb 2015 to start the job, I was told that they no longer brace clay brick because it doesn't really work. Instead they would need to replace the 3rd wall and that would be an additional $15,000 o the original quote. Of course, I was not happy about this sudden change in both their recommendation and increased costs. I lost confidence in that company and called about 10 other basement places for quotes. Most of the companies were not able to do the work because it was too big of a job. Better Basements' quote was around $30,000 to replace 3 foundation walls and install a sump pump. The owners and crew were very professional. The work was completed correctly and on-time. There was one surprise during demolition when we discovered a bump out on the first floor was just floating. They had to add more footings to support this so the price went up by a couple thousand. I thought this was fair. The new basement is dry and stable.
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Todd was very efficient in dismantling the hood, cutting a hole through the wall to the outside, laying the piping, sealing, and testing the new setup. What impressed me was the fact that he didn’t try to sell me a new hood. He also was very conscious of any messes he may make, laying down drop clothes, etc. and disposing of his garbage in appropriate receptacles. I was very happy with the time it took him to do the job. Super quick, yet high quality work. From what I have experienced thus far (I have him booked for a couple other projects), Todd is a stand-up trustworthy guy who knows what he’s doing. He is super busy so it may take him a while to respond to inquiries, but he’s definitely worth the wait. I would highly recommend him to family & friends."

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas
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