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Avatar for Thrasher, Inc.
Thrasher, Inc.
4.1(
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sales rep was very good at listening to what I needed done. The installers were excellent in their working hard to get it done the right way."
Basement Waterproofing Before and After
Concrete Repair Before and After
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services

+12

Response time2 days
674 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Iowa
4.0(
215
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Acculevel did a super job for us! We have a house that was built in 1902 with a small crawl space. They fixed ALL our problems and did NOT have to tear up the floors. Our floors are level and stable. They were professional and neat. I would hire them for any basement or foundation issues you wont be sorry! 10 stars to the crew"
Wall Anchors
Exterior Foundation Repair
Helical Pier Installation
Basement Carbon Fiber Strap Repair AFTER
Horizontal Crack Bowed Walls BEFORE

+21

Response time9 hrs
89 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.5(
33
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Foundation Recovery Systems installed 11 helical piers on the sinking addition to our house. First, our inspector/estimator, Tanner, was very informative, listened well to our concerns, and was easy to communicate with. After work was completed, Tanner followed up with a phone call to make sure we were pleased with the crew's work. Our crew foreman, Jon, and the rest of the crew were very professional and very hard working. Jon communicated with me clearly about what they were doing and why each step of the way. He also kept me informed of obstacles they encountered and how they were solving them. The crew accidentally damaged some window trim and an exterior door threshold, but Jon told me immediately about it and the company has reimbursed us every penny for repairs. The crew completed their work and we are so happy we hired FRS!"
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

149 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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DBI Foundation Repair
3.8(
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Your home deserves a strong, dry foundation. At DBI Foundation Repair, we help homeowners take control of basement and foundation issues with expert waterproofing, structural repairs, and egress window installations. With 10+ years of experience and an A+ BBB rating, we provide reliable, affordable solutions backed by a lifetime guarantee. You don’t have to worry about water damage, mold, or costly repairs—we’ve got you covered. Protect your home and reclaim your basement with confidence. Call today for a free inspection!

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Foundation
Replacement

+26

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.3(
21
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contracted the work off to a third party. Jon took longer than expected. The windows was installed pretty good from the looks. Communication could have been better with knowing the job will take longer and what types of trims I wanted for the windows. As the contractor that was hired for this job by this company. Did a good job with putting up decent trim. As for the new windows they look great. I purchased the myself and hired sentri homes to install them. I will need to have a my siding on my house redone to be closer to the new windows so the gaps are not so obvious. That was not expected at first. But from old storm windows and not knowing how they were put in originally. There was some unknown things that was learned from the job being completed. I will have the siding of the house slightly done to match really good for what I wanted later on. My only concern is better communication with sentri homes. Overall they were great when I did talk to them."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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deWit Construction & Remodeling
4.8(
26
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was to our expectation. The living room addition was done to our taste and fitted very well with the reast of the house. The egress window installation to the basement room gave a whole new life and vibrancy to the rooms downstairs. Our kitchen now looks great after the remodelling.Neil and all his team were very respectful and professional. Everything went to our expectations and I would highly reccommend him to anyone who needs some work to be done!"
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+8

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Des Moines Area Roofing
4.8(
275
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unlike the other estimate we got, Tim, the owner of the company came and met with me in person. I was impressed from the beginning with the clear explanations he gave about what type of roof replacement we needed (we have part shingle and part rubber roof) and why. We'd also had some gutter issues in the past, and he and his gutter expert worked with me to be sure we had chosen the best option. The roof / gutter replacements themselves went off without a hitch. What impressed me most about this company, however, was the excellent follow-up service. We had the bad luck to discover high radon levels in the house shortly after replacing our roof, and Tim went out of his way to consult with the radon mitigation company about the types and installation of the two roof vents their workmen needed to install (one through a shingled part, another through one of the sections of rubber roof). How was an average homeowner like me supposed to know that both vents were initially installed either incorrectly or not in the most recommended way (by the other company)? Tim worked with the other company to get the problems corrected. He did not ask for any further compensation for all the consulting, and the local roofers the other company hired to do the work all agreed with Tim's assessment. Great experience!"
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Addition Doctors
4.7(
22
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"My husband and I had spent 13 years remodeling our 1873 house by ourselves. When it came time to do our dream project of adding a sunroom, finding a contractor to do the work instead of doing it ourselves was a very important decision to us. We met with several contractors and knew instantly that John and his son Nate at Addition Doctors were the people we wanted taking on this project. John and Nate were so great to work with. They were the only company we met with who gave us a computer generated model of what the project would look like so we had a very clear vision of the end product. They were the only company to quote us the project under the budget we told them we had to work with. They kept us up to date at every step of the project and there were never any surprises about cost or timing. They had great ideas for the project when we weren't exactly sure what should or could be done. We love our finished sunroom. The quality of work and service they gave was excellent. We would highly recommend Addition Doctors for anyone who is looking to have quality work done to their home."
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Enjoy the Porch

+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Daughenbaugh Construction & Restoration
4.5(
37
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

"Excellent. Materials and crew showed up in a timely manner, the crew was very polite and friendly, and they worked hard! Excellent workmanship, all the framing was done professionally, and it passed the city building inspector on the first visit. This was a big job, they had large equipment to lift and set the trusses. They installed windows and doors, everything is level and plumb. I'm thrilled with how smoothly this job went."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Elliot called me in reply to my online inquiry. He (patiently and professionally) answered my many coverage and price questions, then gave me time to 'digest' it all and called me back (as promised) at 4PM...to answer more questions. Elliot also worked with me to secure the maximum amount of discount savings. Time will tell if the warranty coverage/work is what it's cracked up to be, but Elliot Chahino is an excellent salesperson. Reach out to him directly if you want the same level of service attention. Elliot Chahino, 800-814-2534 EXT-4703, [email protected]"
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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House Leveling questions, answered by experts

Concrete leveling is absolutely worth it if you have sunken concrete slabs and want to restore them to level, especially if the slab is part of your home foundation. Concrete leveling is less than half the price of replacing concrete sidewalks, patios, walkways, and pool decks, and it’s about a quarter of the cost of replacing a foundation. If you also treat the underlying problem, it can be a worthwhile and permanent solution.

Most houses are expected to settle over time, but foundation sinking of more than a few inches or uneven sinking of more than an inch for every 20 feet is cause for concern. Any significant or uneven sinking should be assessed by a professional to determine the cause and perform any necessary repairs. 

Yes, expanding foam (also known as polyurethane foam) can lift concrete. This approach, called polyjacking, involves injecting the foam rather than concrete slurry to fill voids and raise the concrete slab back into place. It’s often faster and requires smaller drill holes than traditional mudjacking, though it may come at a higher cost. Some contractors also prefer polyjacking over mudjacking for more damaged and delicate slabs.

The timeframe is generally a few hours, allowing for immediate use post-hydration, ensuring minimal disruption to surrounding activities.

Mudjacking typically takes 24 to 72 hours (one to three days) to dry and cure completely before you can resume normal use. The total drying time can vary depending on the size of the project. Because the slurry mixture contains cement, it needs to harden fully to prevent the concrete slab from shifting under added weight. You should avoid walking on the concrete or placing heavy items like furniture or vehicles on the surface until it has fully set. Your concrete contractor can provide a precise timeline. As a point of comparison, if you opt for polyjacking, the polyurethane foam can dry in minutes, but it's recommended to wait about an hour before use.

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