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Groundworks

6265 Carmen Ave
4.13(
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•Approved Pro

Groundworks

6265 Carmen Ave
4.13(
16
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
30 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Groundworks, formerly, Innovative Basement Authority, is renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions since 2005. 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 the state of Minnesota & part of North Dakota, 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! BC765730 (MN)

"Jeremiah T, Matt Yang and Seth R did a great job on my project. Arrived on time and explained everything about my project. They are very professional and work area was clean."

Sue W on October 2025

Groundworks, formerly, Innovative Basement Authority, is renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions since 2005. 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 the state of Minnesota & part of North Dakota, 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! BC765730 (MN)

"Jeremiah T, Matt Yang and Seth R did a great job on my project. Arrived on time and explained everything about my project. They are very professional and work area was clean."

Sue W on October 2025

Fresh Look Restoration

48786 Co Rd 15
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Fresh Look Restoration

48786 Co Rd 15
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45 years of experience

Anderson Fresh Look Restoration specializes in vintage home restoration and design. He replaces original ironwork, recreates woodwork, updates and installs green components, and even adds decorative elements including stamped and stained concrete.. Bruce E. Anderson has more than 30 years experience in historic home preservation.. He is licensed as a master journeyman welder and residential general contractor. He maintains certifications in lead-based paint renovations.

Anderson Fresh Look Restoration specializes in vintage home restoration and design. He replaces original ironwork, recreates woodwork, updates and installs green components, and even adds decorative elements including stamped and stained concrete.. Bruce E. Anderson has more than 30 years experience in historic home preservation.. He is licensed as a master journeyman welder and residential general contractor. He maintains certifications in lead-based paint renovations.

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Brennan Companies - Construction and Properties

124 E Walnut St.
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Brennan Companies - Construction and Properties

124 E Walnut St.
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31 years of experience

Based in Mankato, Brennan Companies provides expert construction services, project management and beneficial leasing and development options throughout southern Minnesota. Our quality general contracting and design build construction management provide efficient, comfortable office, commercial and retail spaces. While exceeding owner expectations, we complete construction projects on time and budget. We are committed to working with you to ensure the best construction or remodel for your business’ space needs. Brennan Construction|Brennan Properties. Woman-owned.

Based in Mankato, Brennan Companies provides expert construction services, project management and beneficial leasing and development options throughout southern Minnesota. Our quality general contracting and design build construction management provide efficient, comfortable office, commercial and retail spaces. While exceeding owner expectations, we complete construction projects on time and budget. We are committed to working with you to ensure the best construction or remodel for your business’ space needs. Brennan Construction|Brennan Properties. Woman-owned.

EHM

Washington Ave.
4.50(
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EHM

Washington Ave.
4.50(
16
)
Customers say: Quality work
71 years of experience

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"

Donna S on August 2021

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren’t uneven across the gap, and don’t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don’t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

Structural engineers draw structural plans, which include detailed drawings of the structural components of a home only. Complete house plans will require additional work from an architect or draftsperson, whose drawings will take the structural drawings into account. They’ll also include more details about the finishing materials and layout of a home, including everything from roofing and flooring materials to the position of furniture, light fixtures, switches, and plumbing fixtures.

Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

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