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20 I just bought the home and knew it required a new hot water heater as well as numerous quality of life repairs (leaky outdoor spigot, corroded washing machine inlet valves, a sketchy section of plumbing, water line for a refrigerator ice maker, etc.) and found JJL Matters Inc. through Home...
JJL Matters, Inc.This is the second time I have hired this company for a job and I have not been disappointed. I received detailed, accurate and prompt information that helped me repair my own home and make decisions about a potential purchase. This is my go-to place for inspection and testing.
BRT Home Inspections & Radon TestingI hired Altered Surfaces to stain and seal my concrete basement floor. He came out in May and said he'd do the floor for $2500. A few weeks after the floor was done, it started cracking, peeling and bubbling. I contacted Altered Surfaces regarding the problem. He said it sounded like MVT...
We contracted with Dan at the end of September 2013 to perform repairs to our seawall. Our lake fluctuates in height significantly during the year and we wanted the repairs done in the fall because the lake was low. In fact, in October of that year, the seawall was exposed all the way down...
Foundation Recovery Systems, founded in 1992, is a subsidiary of Groundworks, a family of companies that offers superior, proven solutions for your foundation repair, structural repair, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete leveling needs. They currently maintain offices in Kansas City, Moberly, Springfield, and St Louis. Foundation Recovery Systems is a recognized accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and devotes its years of experience, industry knowledge and specialized training to help customers protect their homes or commercial buildings from water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation failure.
"As far as we can tell, the work was effective at stabilizing our foundation, and the on-site crew led by Luke was great, informing us of their progress along the way. However, we expressed in advance our concern about protecting some of our landscaping. We were assured the crew would have boards to cover landscaping on which removed dirt would be piled. This turned out not to be the case. I’ve had quite a bit of expense and labor to restore landscaping that was damaged during the work. This damage could have been avoided. Foundation Recovery sends out $500 coupons to advertise for their work. My attempts to contact Joe and FRS to honor even a part of the $500 coupon to help defray my landscaping costs have gone unanswered. Our salesperson, Joe, was not present during the work and has not been responsive to our followup inquiries. We are very disappointed in the poor customer service from Foundation and its representatives. I cannot recommend this company based on their failure to address our up-front concerns, lack of response to our followup requests, and the false advertising that is associated with the coupons."
Jerry K on September 2025
Foundation Recovery Systems, founded in 1992, is a subsidiary of Groundworks, a family of companies that offers superior, proven solutions for your foundation repair, structural repair, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete leveling needs. They currently maintain offices in Kansas City, Moberly, Springfield, and St Louis. Foundation Recovery Systems is a recognized accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and devotes its years of experience, industry knowledge and specialized training to help customers protect their homes or commercial buildings from water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation failure.
"As far as we can tell, the work was effective at stabilizing our foundation, and the on-site crew led by Luke was great, informing us of their progress along the way. However, we expressed in advance our concern about protecting some of our landscaping. We were assured the crew would have boards to cover landscaping on which removed dirt would be piled. This turned out not to be the case. I’ve had quite a bit of expense and labor to restore landscaping that was damaged during the work. This damage could have been avoided. Foundation Recovery sends out $500 coupons to advertise for their work. My attempts to contact Joe and FRS to honor even a part of the $500 coupon to help defray my landscaping costs have gone unanswered. Our salesperson, Joe, was not present during the work and has not been responsive to our followup inquiries. We are very disappointed in the poor customer service from Foundation and its representatives. I cannot recommend this company based on their failure to address our up-front concerns, lack of response to our followup requests, and the false advertising that is associated with the coupons."
Jerry K on September 2025
As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.
As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a life of the structure warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"Thrilled with the results! Good design and implementation."
Janet E on June 2023
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a life of the structure warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"Thrilled with the results! Good design and implementation."
Janet E on June 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"
Robin B on February 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"
Robin B on February 2025
I am a licensed and insured private contractor for all your home's needs indoor and outdoor.
I am a licensed and insured private contractor for all your home's needs indoor and outdoor.
Do you want someone you can trust and treats you better than family? If so, look no further. We specialize in tile, masonry, decks and patios. We also do cabinets, hardwood flooring, cement work, landscaping and overhang roofs. We can do it all. Everything for your home and/or property inside and out. We do it all. No job to big or small. We have been in this business for 20 plus years. Contact us for a free estimate today.
Do you want someone you can trust and treats you better than family? If so, look no further. We specialize in tile, masonry, decks and patios. We also do cabinets, hardwood flooring, cement work, landscaping and overhang roofs. We can do it all. Everything for your home and/or property inside and out. We do it all. No job to big or small. We have been in this business for 20 plus years. Contact us for a free estimate today.
We value the customers we do our best to get the job done as quickly as possible to save you money but done the right way the first time we take pride in our work and it shows give us a call to schedule a free estimate today
"very well, I have 118 apartments and Harry does most of the maintenance, he been working on apartments since 2014"
Mohammed A on July 2020
We value the customers we do our best to get the job done as quickly as possible to save you money but done the right way the first time we take pride in our work and it shows give us a call to schedule a free estimate today
"very well, I have 118 apartments and Harry does most of the maintenance, he been working on apartments since 2014"
Mohammed A on July 2020
Stratum Structural Systems is a St. Louis Foundation Repair and Basement Waterproofing contractor solving problems for residential customers in the St. Louis area. We help homeowners solve basement problems such as cracks in the foundation, Piering for settling and sinking foundations, bowed walls, egress window needs, interior and exterior drainage systems, sump pump installation throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan area. With more than 30 years of industry experience, Stratum diagnostic experts know basement waterproofing, basement crack repair, and foundation issues better than anyone in the St. Louis area. We treat every house as if it were our own with a level of professionalism that is unmatched in the industry.
"I had an egress window installed. It was much more involved than I was expecting. Things that were discussed initially were not able to be done when the project was finally started many months later. It was very frustrating. However, Stratum did its best to remedy the situation and it worked out so that we were all satisfied. The window is good and I would hire them again for another project. However, I would be more careful to have things drawn out, clarified and would ask a lot more questions."
Carol B on July 2022
Stratum Structural Systems is a St. Louis Foundation Repair and Basement Waterproofing contractor solving problems for residential customers in the St. Louis area. We help homeowners solve basement problems such as cracks in the foundation, Piering for settling and sinking foundations, bowed walls, egress window needs, interior and exterior drainage systems, sump pump installation throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan area. With more than 30 years of industry experience, Stratum diagnostic experts know basement waterproofing, basement crack repair, and foundation issues better than anyone in the St. Louis area. We treat every house as if it were our own with a level of professionalism that is unmatched in the industry.
"I had an egress window installed. It was much more involved than I was expecting. Things that were discussed initially were not able to be done when the project was finally started many months later. It was very frustrating. However, Stratum did its best to remedy the situation and it worked out so that we were all satisfied. The window is good and I would hire them again for another project. However, I would be more careful to have things drawn out, clarified and would ask a lot more questions."
Carol B on July 2022
Over 27 years of experience.
"The price seemed reasonable. They were timely and on schedule. Work was good. I would hire them again."
Virgil C on March 2018
Over 27 years of experience.
"The price seemed reasonable. They were timely and on schedule. Work was good. I would hire them again."
Virgil C on March 2018
The cost to finish a basement is $18,400 for the average homeowner. However, this cost could be as little as $2,800 or as much as $34,500, depending on the basement size and the materials needed. If your basement is already outfitted with electrical and plumbing, expect the cost to fall on the lower end.
For example, the drywall cost for this project averages around $1,750, but other features, like hiring a plumber, cost between $45 and $200 per hour.
The cost to remodel a basement is between $12,100 and $33,400 for the average homeowner. The price you pay can be as little as $3,500 or as much as $50,200, depending on the size and condition of your basement and the type of remodel you're doing.
If you're doing a simple project like adding a home office to your basement, you can expect to pay anywhere from $500 to $3,000. However, if you're adding a bathroom, which is an extensive project, you can expect to pay between $6,600 to $16,500.
Damp proofing and waterproofing are both methods to help keep your basement dry. Damp proofing keeps soil moisture from entering your basement, which is helpful since your basement is underground. Waterproofing, however, keeps both soil moisture and liquid water out of the basement, which is essential, especially if you live in a wet environment. Because it’s more protective, waterproofing typically costs more than damp proofing.
Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms.
Finishing a basement is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.
Remodeling a basement means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring.
The cost of basement waterproofing is $4,950 for the average homeowner. However, you could end up paying between $600 and $14,000, depending on factors like basement size, waterproofing method, and the region you live in.
If you live in an area with heavy rainfall, you might be paying more for waterproofing than if you lived somewhere drier since waterproofing contractors would be in high demand. Likewise, a 500-foot basement costs between $2,500 and $5,000 to waterproof, but that price rises significantly for a larger basement.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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