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Groundworks

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Groundworks

4.56(
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Customers say: True professional
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Established in 2002, Groundworks Wichita stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, 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 Wichita, 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!

"Brogan and Chase and the crew were amazing! Our job was a lot larger than originally quoted and planned but Brogan handled it very professionally and efficiently and I could have not asked for a better crew to work on our home. I look forward to no more leaks in the basement! Thank you Brogan and Chase for your professionalism and commitment to your customers. You are what every homeowner wants out of a service team."

Casey C on August 2025

Established in 2002, Groundworks Wichita stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, 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 Wichita, 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!

"Brogan and Chase and the crew were amazing! Our job was a lot larger than originally quoted and planned but Brogan handled it very professionally and efficiently and I could have not asked for a better crew to work on our home. I look forward to no more leaks in the basement! Thank you Brogan and Chase for your professionalism and commitment to your customers. You are what every homeowner wants out of a service team."

Casey C on August 2025

Lone Wolf Excavation

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Lone Wolf Excavation

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We perform both commercial and residential dirt work services. Some of our residential services Include: foundations, site development, site cleanup and removal, land/ debris clearing and leveling, tree stump removal, shed pads, house pads, basements, ponds, and driveways. If there's something you need not on this list, just give us a call! Some of our commercial dirt work services include: agriculture, oil and gas, commercial facilities, drainage structures, rock excavation, foundations and parking lots. Click here to learn more about our services.

We perform both commercial and residential dirt work services. Some of our residential services Include: foundations, site development, site cleanup and removal, land/ debris clearing and leveling, tree stump removal, shed pads, house pads, basements, ponds, and driveways. If there's something you need not on this list, just give us a call! Some of our commercial dirt work services include: agriculture, oil and gas, commercial facilities, drainage structures, rock excavation, foundations and parking lots. Click here to learn more about our services.

Rainbolt Construction LLC

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Rainbolt Construction LLC

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11 years of experience

excavating company excavating company; commercial excavating; residential excavating; Excavation Work; Excavation Service; Excavation Construction; Masonry Contractor; Excavation repair; Foundations; Driveways; Basements; Sidewalks; Patios www.rainboltconstruction.com

excavating company excavating company; commercial excavating; residential excavating; Excavation Work; Excavation Service; Excavation Construction; Masonry Contractor; Excavation repair; Foundations; Driveways; Basements; Sidewalks; Patios www.rainboltconstruction.com

Sport Court Kansas City

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Sport Court Kansas City

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26 years of experience

Sport Court Kansas City is a sports construction company who designs and builds both residential and commercial projects. Serving Kansas City and the surrounding areas for more than 12 years. Sport Court product manufactured in the USA.

Sport Court Kansas City is a sports construction company who designs and builds both residential and commercial projects. Serving Kansas City and the surrounding areas for more than 12 years. Sport Court product manufactured in the USA.

InteGreen Services Inc

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InteGreen Services Inc

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Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience

15 employees currently and plan on expanding as business increases. We pride ourselves on honesty, integrity, hard work and install green, eco-friendly products when possible and cost effective, We are the largest and best dealer of Trane and Carrier branded heating and air equipment in South Central Kansas and install somewhere around 300 heating and air systems a year at current. We provide and offer Senior Citizen and Veterans discounts. Additional address - 1021 N Main St, Pratt, KS 67124.

"Let me just say up until now, I was happy with this company. This is what happened to me. It all centers around a transformer, we provided for the tech in case he needed it. Well, it turns out he installed it improperly and it blew the transformer and the new controller. So now they gaslight us , and proceed to tell me, that I said my husband installed it, no I did not ever say that. I said that it had been replaced once and it was a new part. So one thousand dollars later, here I am, being called a liar, and having words put in my mouth, plausible deniability I guess. Anyway, I advise if you provide parts, document, take pictures and or video, and have the tech sign a list of parts installed. Now, I have totally lost trust in anyone I hire to do work on my home, thanks for that. And I will now have to find a new company to work with near me, and that is not easy to find. I got screwed by another company, that's another story"

Shannon M on November 2024

15 employees currently and plan on expanding as business increases. We pride ourselves on honesty, integrity, hard work and install green, eco-friendly products when possible and cost effective, We are the largest and best dealer of Trane and Carrier branded heating and air equipment in South Central Kansas and install somewhere around 300 heating and air systems a year at current. We provide and offer Senior Citizen and Veterans discounts. Additional address - 1021 N Main St, Pratt, KS 67124.

"Let me just say up until now, I was happy with this company. This is what happened to me. It all centers around a transformer, we provided for the tech in case he needed it. Well, it turns out he installed it improperly and it blew the transformer and the new controller. So now they gaslight us , and proceed to tell me, that I said my husband installed it, no I did not ever say that. I said that it had been replaced once and it was a new part. So one thousand dollars later, here I am, being called a liar, and having words put in my mouth, plausible deniability I guess. Anyway, I advise if you provide parts, document, take pictures and or video, and have the tech sign a list of parts installed. Now, I have totally lost trust in anyone I hire to do work on my home, thanks for that. And I will now have to find a new company to work with near me, and that is not easy to find. I got screwed by another company, that's another story"

Shannon M on November 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

Trenching is not the same as boring. Boring uses a drill to make a tunnel for underground utilities, but trenching involves digging with an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. Boring is more precise and expensive, and it’s best for installing utilities underneath buildings, roads, and bodies of water. Trenching is simpler but can cause more disruption to landscaping and ecosystems.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

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