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Groundworks

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Groundworks

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 local quotes requested

Established in 2016, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across Omaha, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Aaron Zach was very efficient and informative during my 1 year inspection. Great to work with."

Bonnie S on August 2025

Established in 2016, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across Omaha, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Aaron Zach was very efficient and informative during my 1 year inspection. Great to work with."

Bonnie S on August 2025

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Burke Engineering Sales Co

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Burke Engineering Sales Co

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Welcome to Burke Engineering Sales! We have been serving the Siouxland since 1952. Our President GR "Jerry" Gardiner feels the foundation of Burke Engineering has been built on its reputation of excellent customer service and selling quality products at a competitive price. Burke Engineering professional staff can meet your specific needs as well as write hardware and door schedules for your specific projects. We Specialize In: • Hollow metal doors and frames • Wood doors • Finish hardware • Acoustical ceilings • Access flooring • Chain link fence Provided Trades, Services, and/or Products • Construction materials • Acoustical and ceiling work • Access flooring system installation • Fence construction • Wood and Plastic Laminated Doors • Finish Hardware - Builders Hardware • Hollow Metal Doors and Frames See what a difference it makes when you give Burke Engineering and BTB Limited the opportunity to work with you on your next project.

Welcome to Burke Engineering Sales! We have been serving the Siouxland since 1952. Our President GR "Jerry" Gardiner feels the foundation of Burke Engineering has been built on its reputation of excellent customer service and selling quality products at a competitive price. Burke Engineering professional staff can meet your specific needs as well as write hardware and door schedules for your specific projects. We Specialize In: • Hollow metal doors and frames • Wood doors • Finish hardware • Acoustical ceilings • Access flooring • Chain link fence Provided Trades, Services, and/or Products • Construction materials • Acoustical and ceiling work • Access flooring system installation • Fence construction • Wood and Plastic Laminated Doors • Finish Hardware - Builders Hardware • Hollow Metal Doors and Frames See what a difference it makes when you give Burke Engineering and BTB Limited the opportunity to work with you on your next project.

EHM

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EHM

4.50(
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Customers say: Quality work
71 years of experience

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

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Bix Basement Systems

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Bix Basement Systems

4.02(
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Customers say: Quality work
65 years of experience

Bix Services is a full service basement, foundation and crawl space repair company with access to more than 28 patented products by Basement Systems, Inc. and Foundation Supportworks, Inc.

Bix Services is a full service basement, foundation and crawl space repair company with access to more than 28 patented products by Basement Systems, Inc. and Foundation Supportworks, Inc.

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.

Indications include cracks in walls, uneven floors, and sticking doors or windows that suggest foundation movements.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Through proper drainage solutions and compacting the foundation soil.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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