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Groundworks

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Groundworks

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Customers say: Super punctual
41 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Groundworks, previously Busy Dog Basement Technologies, specializes in helping homeowners with their waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space, and remodeling needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation or basement. MA HIC 164895

"I had the annual maintenance on our Water Grabber system performed today by service technician Archie Boone. Archie as always great customer service, communication and professionalism. It is always a pleasure to see him. He has been servicing our system the past several years. I highly recommend Groundworks and Archie for their services."

Mike S on October 2025

Groundworks, previously Busy Dog Basement Technologies, specializes in helping homeowners with their waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space, and remodeling needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation or basement. MA HIC 164895

"I had the annual maintenance on our Water Grabber system performed today by service technician Archie Boone. Archie as always great customer service, communication and professionalism. It is always a pleasure to see him. He has been servicing our system the past several years. I highly recommend Groundworks and Archie for their services."

Mike S on October 2025


Taddonio Engineering, LLC

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Taddonio Engineering, LLC

4.87(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
263 local quotes requested

Taddonio Engineering, LLC is a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!

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Zhi L on November 2025

Taddonio Engineering, LLC is a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!

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Zhi L on November 2025





Apex Engineering

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Apex Engineering

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Free onsite estimate

Drawing on over 25 years experience serving Southeast New England, Apex Engineering set out to bring the best features of engineering design and consulting together: client focus and efficient, cost effective design. Holding the needs of the Client paramount, we are able to produce timely results for civil, land planning, permitting, and Structural consulting. Our multi-disciplinary firm benefits Clients by providing every service from feasibility studies to structural certification. This eliminates the hassle of having to coordinate between multiple parties, thereby promoting a more cost effective design by having a localized designed team working toward a common goal. From residential design to commercial permitting, Apex is able to provide comprehensive design services to all levels of Clients.

Drawing on over 25 years experience serving Southeast New England, Apex Engineering set out to bring the best features of engineering design and consulting together: client focus and efficient, cost effective design. Holding the needs of the Client paramount, we are able to produce timely results for civil, land planning, permitting, and Structural consulting. Our multi-disciplinary firm benefits Clients by providing every service from feasibility studies to structural certification. This eliminates the hassle of having to coordinate between multiple parties, thereby promoting a more cost effective design by having a localized designed team working toward a common goal. From residential design to commercial permitting, Apex is able to provide comprehensive design services to all levels of Clients.


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Southeastern Development Co., LLC

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Southeastern Development Co., LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

• New Home Construction Only • Award Winning Home Designs • 20+ Years of Construction & Real Estate Experience • "A+" BBB Rating • Ultra Energy-Efficient Home Designs • We are the leading "Systems-Built" Custom Home Builder in Southeastern Massachusetts! • We utilize State of the Art CAD Design; Incorporating Modular, Panelized, SIP, & Traditional Stick-Built approaches for our clients • Owner, Dana Nilson, is a Certified Green Professional (CGP) with the NAHB • Energy Star Partner • New Construction Only

• New Home Construction Only • Award Winning Home Designs • 20+ Years of Construction & Real Estate Experience • "A+" BBB Rating • Ultra Energy-Efficient Home Designs • We are the leading "Systems-Built" Custom Home Builder in Southeastern Massachusetts! • We utilize State of the Art CAD Design; Incorporating Modular, Panelized, SIP, & Traditional Stick-Built approaches for our clients • Owner, Dana Nilson, is a Certified Green Professional (CGP) with the NAHB • Energy Star Partner • New Construction Only



Tata & Howard, Inc.

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Tata & Howard, Inc.

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33 years of experience

Unsurpassed Solutions in the Water Environment Founded in 1992, Tata & Howard, Inc. is a specialized water, wastewater, stormwater, and environmental services consulting engineering firm that strives to improve the environment in which we live through our work. By bringing our strong technical knowledge and dedicated service to all sized markets, both public and private, we have gained a reputation for consistently delivering cost-effective, innovative project solutions.

Unsurpassed Solutions in the Water Environment Founded in 1992, Tata & Howard, Inc. is a specialized water, wastewater, stormwater, and environmental services consulting engineering firm that strives to improve the environment in which we live through our work. By bringing our strong technical knowledge and dedicated service to all sized markets, both public and private, we have gained a reputation for consistently delivering cost-effective, innovative project solutions.


Serving homeowners, builders, architects, attorneys, realtors and developers in Eastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Nantucket, and beyond.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Many horizontal cracks in home foundations result from water and soil pressure from outside of the building or from a footing that is shifting. Under those circumstances, horizontal cracks are a structural problem that requires repair before they become worse and more difficult to fix. However, in very specific cases, thin horizontal cracks may simply be a cosmetic blemish due to concrete shrinkage.

Building codes for spiral staircases will vary by your location. Most local codes will specify minimum tread width, riser height, handrail requirements, and headroom. These standards help ensure safety and accessibility for all users. Always check local codes before you begin the installation to ensure compliance and avoid costly modifications or fines.

A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.

Yes, professionals reinforce the foundation with additional supports or piers to prevent future sinking.

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.

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