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Avatar for Perma-Seal Basement Systems

Perma-Seal Basement Systems

412 Rockwell Ct
4.43(
1,404
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•Approved Pro

Perma-Seal Basement Systems

412 Rockwell Ct
4.43(
1,404
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
879 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

Perma-Seal specializes in protecting the value of your home backed by 45 years of serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas. Our basement waterproofing stops leaks and flooding, our foundation repairs fix settling and bowed walls, and our crawl space solutions control humidity and improve air quality. Our concrete lifting and leveling service offers a reliable, quick, and highly effective way to repair your sunken, cracked driveway, patio, pool deck, or sidewalk for a fraction of the cost of replacement. Additionally, we provide yard drainage solutions, sewer and plumbing services, and home comfort solutions such as air sealing, and insulation to ensure your home remains in top condition. What sets us apart? Our commitment to superior customer service and our solid warranty. Any product or work covered by our warranty is serviced free of charge for the entire warranty period. Choose Perma-Seal for reliable, quality solutions to keep your home safe and comfortable.

"Jose and the team did a great job. Very professional and communicative. We're happy with the result and would recommend them."

ELAINE O on September 2025

Perma-Seal specializes in protecting the value of your home backed by 45 years of serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas. Our basement waterproofing stops leaks and flooding, our foundation repairs fix settling and bowed walls, and our crawl space solutions control humidity and improve air quality. Our concrete lifting and leveling service offers a reliable, quick, and highly effective way to repair your sunken, cracked driveway, patio, pool deck, or sidewalk for a fraction of the cost of replacement. Additionally, we provide yard drainage solutions, sewer and plumbing services, and home comfort solutions such as air sealing, and insulation to ensure your home remains in top condition. What sets us apart? Our commitment to superior customer service and our solid warranty. Any product or work covered by our warranty is serviced free of charge for the entire warranty period. Choose Perma-Seal for reliable, quality solutions to keep your home safe and comfortable.

"Jose and the team did a great job. Very professional and communicative. We're happy with the result and would recommend them."

ELAINE O on September 2025

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Atlas Restoration LLC

11441 Melrose Ave.
4.68(
187
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•Approved Pro

Atlas Restoration LLC

11441 Melrose Ave.
4.68(
187
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
139 local quotes requested

With over 40 years of experience, Atlas Restoration LLC offers a wide variety of the most efficient and cutting-edge waterproofing and foundation repair services throughout the Chicagoland area. Our highly trained team provides exceptional service from your initial call to installation. We guarantee each client a custom job-specific repair solution, ensuring you’re entirely satisfied with the outcome. Contact us today to book your appointment for a free estimate—let's get started on your project!

"Went very well. They came on time, did a great job. Will hire again if needed."

MICHAEL N on March 2022

With over 40 years of experience, Atlas Restoration LLC offers a wide variety of the most efficient and cutting-edge waterproofing and foundation repair services throughout the Chicagoland area. Our highly trained team provides exceptional service from your initial call to installation. We guarantee each client a custom job-specific repair solution, ensuring you’re entirely satisfied with the outcome. Contact us today to book your appointment for a free estimate—let's get started on your project!

"Went very well. They came on time, did a great job. Will hire again if needed."

MICHAEL N on March 2022

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AGGO Construction & Engineering, LLC

5425 W Wilson Ave
5.00(
10
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•Approved Pro

AGGO Construction & Engineering, LLC

5425 W Wilson Ave
5.00(
10
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
88 local quotes requested

We specialize in Structural Engineering Services and various types of Construction Jobs. Structural Engineering: Structural Design & Inspections Professional Condition Assessments Streamlined Permit Planning Thorough Construction Oversight Construction & General Contracting: Construction Management Structural Framing (Steel) Custom Outdoor Living Spaces (Decks and Pergolas) Specialized Welding and Metal Work Masonry and Concrete Solutions Railing - new fabrication and rehabilitation

"Ken and the folks at AGGO did an excellent job with our stairs. They came very quickly to give an estimate and listen carefully to our problem. They completed the work quickly, efficiently, and for a great price--easily beating other bids."

Andrew I on July 2021

We specialize in Structural Engineering Services and various types of Construction Jobs. Structural Engineering: Structural Design & Inspections Professional Condition Assessments Streamlined Permit Planning Thorough Construction Oversight Construction & General Contracting: Construction Management Structural Framing (Steel) Custom Outdoor Living Spaces (Decks and Pergolas) Specialized Welding and Metal Work Masonry and Concrete Solutions Railing - new fabrication and rehabilitation

"Ken and the folks at AGGO did an excellent job with our stairs. They came very quickly to give an estimate and listen carefully to our problem. They completed the work quickly, efficiently, and for a great price--easily beating other bids."

Andrew I on July 2021

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Structural Design Corp

1133 Claridge Dr
5.00(
22
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•Approved Pro

Structural Design Corp

1133 Claridge Dr
5.00(
22
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

Structural Design Corporation (SDC) is a licensed consulting engineering firm located in Libertyville, Illinois. We have been providing engineering & inspection services since 1979. We are a licensed design firm in the state of Illinois.

"Excellent honest work!"

Nick O on August 2024

Structural Design Corporation (SDC) is a licensed consulting engineering firm located in Libertyville, Illinois. We have been providing engineering & inspection services since 1979. We are a licensed design firm in the state of Illinois.

"Excellent honest work!"

Nick O on August 2024

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Great Lakes Builders Inc

870 Lively Blvd
4.85(
160
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Great Lakes Builders Inc

870 Lively Blvd
4.85(
160
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
79 local quotes requested

SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER 12 CONSECUTIVE YEARS. Great Lakes Builders is a structural contractor that specializes in protecting the value of existing properties through its “Structural Repair and Remediation” services and in adding value to existing properties through its “Structural Alterations” services. Great Lakes Builders has been providing "Structural Solutions" for residential, commercial and industrial properties since 1949. Great Lakes Builders provides Structural Engineering referrals to Homeowners and Building owners that require structural engineering services. Note: The phone numbers listed for Great Lakes Builders on Angi are all office landline phones so do not text us on these numbers.

"Their crew showed up on time, worked steadily on our job, explained what they were doing, got the job done on time, and cleaned up after themselves. Polite and professional the whole way. This is the second time we've used Great Lakes and would happily use them again, as well as recommend them to others."

Scott B on September 2025

SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER 12 CONSECUTIVE YEARS. Great Lakes Builders is a structural contractor that specializes in protecting the value of existing properties through its “Structural Repair and Remediation” services and in adding value to existing properties through its “Structural Alterations” services. Great Lakes Builders has been providing "Structural Solutions" for residential, commercial and industrial properties since 1949. Great Lakes Builders provides Structural Engineering referrals to Homeowners and Building owners that require structural engineering services. Note: The phone numbers listed for Great Lakes Builders on Angi are all office landline phones so do not text us on these numbers.

"Their crew showed up on time, worked steadily on our job, explained what they were doing, got the job done on time, and cleaned up after themselves. Polite and professional the whole way. This is the second time we've used Great Lakes and would happily use them again, as well as recommend them to others."

Scott B on September 2025

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Structural Consultants, Ltd.

586 Green Bay Rd
4.65(
42
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•Approved Pro

Structural Consultants, Ltd.

586 Green Bay Rd
4.65(
42
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
53 local quotes requested

Hello and welcome to Design Partners. We are your one stop shop for your structural needs. We have years of experience, and over 50 consecutive, unsolicited, 5-Star reviews on Thumbtack. - whether you have structural issues, need an inspection or safety concern, give me a call today - I look forward to hearing from you!

"Great job"

Nicole W on February 2025

Hello and welcome to Design Partners. We are your one stop shop for your structural needs. We have years of experience, and over 50 consecutive, unsolicited, 5-Star reviews on Thumbtack. - whether you have structural issues, need an inspection or safety concern, give me a call today - I look forward to hearing from you!

"Great job"

Nicole W on February 2025

WT Group

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WT Group

No reviews yet
54 years of experience

WT is a full service engineering design company. We have been a family owned, local business, celebrating 50 year Anniversary in 2021. WT is a one-stop shop for your engineering and design needs. Whether you need a quick survey for a fence, engineering drawings for a major renovation, flooding problems, or even a project managment team to help you manage and navigate your project, WT has a solution for you. There are a lot of decisions in any construction project. With renovations, surprises are nearly synonymous. Our goal is to bring you confidence, and make sure you sleep well at night knowing your project is on track and on budget.

WT is a full service engineering design company. We have been a family owned, local business, celebrating 50 year Anniversary in 2021. WT is a one-stop shop for your engineering and design needs. Whether you need a quick survey for a fence, engineering drawings for a major renovation, flooding problems, or even a project managment team to help you manage and navigate your project, WT has a solution for you. There are a lot of decisions in any construction project. With renovations, surprises are nearly synonymous. Our goal is to bring you confidence, and make sure you sleep well at night knowing your project is on track and on budget.

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The James Construction Group Inc

3520 Lake Ave
5.00(
12
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The James Construction Group Inc

3520 Lake Ave
5.00(
12
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The James Group has been building luxury homes in the Chicagoland area for over 14 years. We are committed to making your dream home a reality through an easy, no-hassle experience. Whether you're looking to renovate or build from the ground up, we work with integrity, high quality standards, and an unsurpassed passion for creating your perfect home.

"The work was done on time and there were no pricing surprises. All pricing was agreed in a detailed contract before starting construction, and they used Buildertrend to keep us updated on the status of the renovation"

Brian P on January 2023

The James Group has been building luxury homes in the Chicagoland area for over 14 years. We are committed to making your dream home a reality through an easy, no-hassle experience. Whether you're looking to renovate or build from the ground up, we work with integrity, high quality standards, and an unsurpassed passion for creating your perfect home.

"The work was done on time and there were no pricing surprises. All pricing was agreed in a detailed contract before starting construction, and they used Buildertrend to keep us updated on the status of the renovation"

Brian P on January 2023

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Because of their composite structure, cutting or drilling LVL beams can compromise their integrity. We strongly advise contacting a general contractor or structural engineer before making any alterations to LVL beams. Professionals can also answer questions about choosing between a pier and beam versus slab foundation when designing your project.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

The 10 10 rule describes the formula most contractors use to determine how much to charge for a job. Allowing for 10% overhead above the total projected cost to do the work and 10% profit sets a contractor up for success, even if there are delays or other problems on the project. This formula isn’t a hard-and-fast rule, but it is a ballpark figure to begin with when estimating your expenses on a job.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

In many areas, advice from a structural engineer or an architect will be required by your building department before you can remove a wall, but even if it’s not necessary, it’s a good idea. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall—even if a general contractor advises that it’s safe—can cause major structural damage, putting you and your family at risk and potentially costing thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in property damage.

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