Groundworks ensures your home in Minnesota stays safe and healthy with expert foundation repair, concrete lifting, and crawl space services. Contact us for a free inspection and estimate!
"Project was completed very efficiently and cleanup was complete. Marc and Brandon were outstanding. I would recommend them and the company to anyone needing this type of work done. Very satisfied."
David O on October 2025
Groundworks ensures your home in Minnesota stays safe and healthy with expert foundation repair, concrete lifting, and crawl space services. Contact us for a free inspection and estimate!
"Project was completed very efficiently and cleanup was complete. Marc and Brandon were outstanding. I would recommend them and the company to anyone needing this type of work done. Very satisfied."
We pride ourselves in providing custom outdoor living spaces that are unique in design, efficient in utilization of spaces and of high quality. Whether it is boosting the curb appeal of their home, or providing them a space where they can kick back and relax with friends and family, we love transforming these spaces into spaces that are truly loved and enjoyed. From the moment we are first connected with a potential customer, we are listening. We are listening to how we can best help them. We are listening to what their needs and what their wants are during these conversations, so we are designing and building spaces around them. During the build process, it is important to us that each of our projects are built to the highest quality standards. From sodding to building large retaining walls, we use the correct material and best building practices to help ensure that we are maintaining these high quality standards.
"Very friendly and professional. Called the morning of to verify arrival time."
John S on August 2022
We pride ourselves in providing custom outdoor living spaces that are unique in design, efficient in utilization of spaces and of high quality. Whether it is boosting the curb appeal of their home, or providing them a space where they can kick back and relax with friends and family, we love transforming these spaces into spaces that are truly loved and enjoyed. From the moment we are first connected with a potential customer, we are listening. We are listening to how we can best help them. We are listening to what their needs and what their wants are during these conversations, so we are designing and building spaces around them. During the build process, it is important to us that each of our projects are built to the highest quality standards. From sodding to building large retaining walls, we use the correct material and best building practices to help ensure that we are maintaining these high quality standards.
"Very friendly and professional. Called the morning of to verify arrival time."
We are a customer orientated concrete restoration company. We specialize in both interior/exterior concrete staining and interior/exterior concrete coatings.
"Difficult as it may be to use this word for concrete work: Amazing. Josh is truly an artist. Happy to submit photos to show you what I mean. His work and his work ethic are extraordinary. Really happy to have found him."
Shawn M on January 2022
We are a customer orientated concrete restoration company. We specialize in both interior/exterior concrete staining and interior/exterior concrete coatings.
"Difficult as it may be to use this word for concrete work: Amazing. Josh is truly an artist. Happy to submit photos to show you what I mean. His work and his work ethic are extraordinary. Really happy to have found him."
We are a full service General Contractor building new custom homes and garages, and remodels. We also build to your plans or ours. We will also do small jobs and subcontracting to other contractors for the do-it-yourself homeowner/contractor.
We are a full service General Contractor building new custom homes and garages, and remodels. We also build to your plans or ours. We will also do small jobs and subcontracting to other contractors for the do-it-yourself homeowner/contractor.
Ultimate Landscapes & Design is your most reliable landscaping service in the area. With experience in commercial and residential landscaping, we can help you create your dream landscape! We specialize in a broad range of landscaping techniques. It is important to us that your project is unique and personalized to fit your needs! Let us show you the “peace-of-mind” that comes from having us as your single point of contact for your landscape design, construction and maintenance needs!
Ultimate Landscapes & Design is your most reliable landscaping service in the area. With experience in commercial and residential landscaping, we can help you create your dream landscape! We specialize in a broad range of landscaping techniques. It is important to us that your project is unique and personalized to fit your needs! Let us show you the “peace-of-mind” that comes from having us as your single point of contact for your landscape design, construction and maintenance needs!
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"
Expert Building Services provides free estimates for remodeling homes and buildings in the Itasca County area. John Schirber returns calls promptly and sets up house calls at the convenience of our customers. Once we discover the priorities, we collaborate with the owner to complete their wish list. We specialize in handicapped accessible homes. Are you looking for a bathroom or kitchen remodel? Maybe you need a new roof, siding or windows? John and Linda strive to give 110% to every customer. We are eager to meet you on your building site and begin to prepare a proposal for your approval. Additional contact name - Cassidy Hammer. Additional email - [email protected].
"This is the second job, John, Daryll, and company have done for us. I like the way they respect our home and take extra steps to keep the job as clean and neat as possible. They have skills that make them perfect for remodel jobs on older homes as well as newer homes. They provide the best "bang for the buck" if you wish to hire pros. And since I myself do not possess the necessary talents to do such fine work, I'm glad they're nearby."
DANIEL D on August 2020
Expert Building Services provides free estimates for remodeling homes and buildings in the Itasca County area. John Schirber returns calls promptly and sets up house calls at the convenience of our customers. Once we discover the priorities, we collaborate with the owner to complete their wish list. We specialize in handicapped accessible homes. Are you looking for a bathroom or kitchen remodel? Maybe you need a new roof, siding or windows? John and Linda strive to give 110% to every customer. We are eager to meet you on your building site and begin to prepare a proposal for your approval. Additional contact name - Cassidy Hammer. Additional email - [email protected].
"This is the second job, John, Daryll, and company have done for us. I like the way they respect our home and take extra steps to keep the job as clean and neat as possible. They have skills that make them perfect for remodel jobs on older homes as well as newer homes. They provide the best "bang for the buck" if you wish to hire pros. And since I myself do not possess the necessary talents to do such fine work, I'm glad they're nearby."
At Simstone Concrete Works Inc, our main goal is, and always will be complete customer satisfaction on every project we undertake. Our nearly two decades of reliable and professional services has landed us many repeat customers! Call today and find out why we are considered the area's best!
"We had Simstone replace an existing 3 car garage floor. The first day, they removed the floor and prepped it for a new pour. At the same time they removed an 8 ft.apron area of the driveway as well as an existing side walk leading to my front steps. They also set up forms for an overlay of the front step. The next day they poured the garage floor and front step. They came back on the 3rd day and did the apron and side walk. They were fast and efficient. The job they did looks great. They were all very personable and courteous. They cleaned up the entire area where they worked. Would definitely recommend them."
MICHAEL L on April 2021
At Simstone Concrete Works Inc, our main goal is, and always will be complete customer satisfaction on every project we undertake. Our nearly two decades of reliable and professional services has landed us many repeat customers! Call today and find out why we are considered the area's best!
"We had Simstone replace an existing 3 car garage floor. The first day, they removed the floor and prepped it for a new pour. At the same time they removed an 8 ft.apron area of the driveway as well as an existing side walk leading to my front steps. They also set up forms for an overlay of the front step. The next day they poured the garage floor and front step. They came back on the 3rd day and did the apron and side walk. They were fast and efficient. The job they did looks great. They were all very personable and courteous. They cleaned up the entire area where they worked. Would definitely recommend them."
MICHAEL L on April 2021
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Patios questions, answered by experts
It’s technically possible to install your own patio, but we don’t recommend it. Installing a patio is labor- and time-intensive, and getting the end product to look professional demands patience and experience. Not only can mistakes lead to unevenness in your patio and expensive repairs, but not grading the surface properly can cause issues with water management, potentially leading to leaks in your home, foundation damage, and flooding. It’s more expensive to hire a patio company, but it’s usually well worth the investment to avoid costly mistakes.
It is essential to have a stable and well-prepared foundation under stone steps. Often, a layer of gravel or crushed stone is placed as a base material. This provides a firm and level surface for the stone steps to rest upon. Additionally, landscape fabric is often laid down before adding the base material to prevent weed growth and help stabilize the foundation. Creating a solid base ensures the stone steps have adequate support, reduces the risk of settling, and enhances the overall durability and longevity of the steps.
If it’s time to remove your deck, there are several advantages to replacing it with a patio. For example, you’ll pay much less to build a patio than a new deck, especially if the framework is compromised. A patio also needs less maintenance and will last longer. However, replacing your patio with a deck may not be an option if your terrain is on a slope.
DIY is possible for small jobs, but professionals ensure durability, proper grading, and compliance with safety codes.
You should place a layer of thick landscaping fabric directly over the concrete slab and then a thin layer of leveling sand over that to protect the pavers from moisture. For border pavers, you should plan on locking them in place with polyurethane adhesive. This will prevent them from shifting under foot traffic.
The Cook, MN homeowners’ guide to patio services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Installing a concrete patio and want to customize? Check out the different types of concrete finishes for patios to choose what works best for your taste.
