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."
DBS has provided expert services in Minnesota and Wisconsin since 2012. As a member of the Supportworks and Contractor Nation networks, our highly trained team specializes in basement waterproofing, foundation & crawl space repair, concrete lifting & leveling, basement finishing, and whole-home energy solutions. DBS is committed to redefining our industry by providing top-quality service and products to our customers. It is this commitment that has been the cornerstone of our success. With over 30 years of industry experience and thousands of satisfied customers, our hard work has built a solid reputation. Creating lasting relationships with every customer is important to us in order to provide permanent solutions, not only today but also in the future. Whether the problem is a wet basement, cracked foundation walls, a musty crawl space, or cold and drafty rooms, we are here to help restore our community's homes to healthy, safe, and comfortable spaces for years to come.
"Competent, knowledgeable men came to do the work I needed. They even saved me money! They included me in every step so I understood the science of the work, which they very well explained. I highly recommend DBS.
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Ann S on August 2025
DBS has provided expert services in Minnesota and Wisconsin since 2012. As a member of the Supportworks and Contractor Nation networks, our highly trained team specializes in basement waterproofing, foundation & crawl space repair, concrete lifting & leveling, basement finishing, and whole-home energy solutions. DBS is committed to redefining our industry by providing top-quality service and products to our customers. It is this commitment that has been the cornerstone of our success. With over 30 years of industry experience and thousands of satisfied customers, our hard work has built a solid reputation. Creating lasting relationships with every customer is important to us in order to provide permanent solutions, not only today but also in the future. Whether the problem is a wet basement, cracked foundation walls, a musty crawl space, or cold and drafty rooms, we are here to help restore our community's homes to healthy, safe, and comfortable spaces for years to come.
"Competent, knowledgeable men came to do the work I needed. They even saved me money! They included me in every step so I understood the science of the work, which they very well explained. I highly recommend DBS.
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AS A SEMI-RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR WITH 45 YEARS IN THE TRADE, I HAVE THE LICENSES, BONDING AND ABILITY TO DO ANYTHING CONSTRUCTION RELATED. I LIKE SMALLER PROJECTS AND COMING UP WITH CREATIVE SOLUTIONS. AREAS OF SERVICE ARE THE IRON RIVER, WI AREA, ASHLAND AND THE SOUTH SHORE, BUT COULD EXTEND TO THE TWIN PORTS. Spend winter months in Florida
"I'm very pleased. The response was prompt and the repair was expertly done. The communication was perfect and friendly. I highly recommend this company!"
Elizabeth F on April 2024
AS A SEMI-RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR WITH 45 YEARS IN THE TRADE, I HAVE THE LICENSES, BONDING AND ABILITY TO DO ANYTHING CONSTRUCTION RELATED. I LIKE SMALLER PROJECTS AND COMING UP WITH CREATIVE SOLUTIONS. AREAS OF SERVICE ARE THE IRON RIVER, WI AREA, ASHLAND AND THE SOUTH SHORE, BUT COULD EXTEND TO THE TWIN PORTS. Spend winter months in Florida
"I'm very pleased. The response was prompt and the repair was expertly done. The communication was perfect and friendly. I highly recommend this company!"
JM Inc has been providing home masonry and carpentry services to Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin for over 30 years. We have earned our reputation for exceeding client expectations through quality craftsmanship and professionalism. Our mission is client satisfaction, by creating an exceptional construction experience every time.
"Thank you to JM Inc. for the excellent work they did on replacing a fireplace with an outstanding stone mason one. They also put in a 3 season porch, patio, and cement garage apron. All were done professionally with constant communication on progress and asking for feedback. You can count on them to show up on time and keep on track. They also did a great job of cleanup and keeping the house clean while working on the project. A big thanks to project manager Kyle, mason Shawn, Trent and carpenter Thomas. We are very happy with the job professionally done."
DAVID O on November 2023
JM Inc has been providing home masonry and carpentry services to Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin for over 30 years. We have earned our reputation for exceeding client expectations through quality craftsmanship and professionalism. Our mission is client satisfaction, by creating an exceptional construction experience every time.
"Thank you to JM Inc. for the excellent work they did on replacing a fireplace with an outstanding stone mason one. They also put in a 3 season porch, patio, and cement garage apron. All were done professionally with constant communication on progress and asking for feedback. You can count on them to show up on time and keep on track. They also did a great job of cleanup and keeping the house clean while working on the project. A big thanks to project manager Kyle, mason Shawn, Trent and carpenter Thomas. We are very happy with the job professionally done."
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"
ABOUT LAKEVIEW MASONRY Lakeview Masonry completes projects for General Contractors, Homeowners, and Architects. We are based in Duluth, Minnesota and have been involved in projects as far north as Grand Portage, MN to as far east as Solon Springs, Wisconsin. OUR EXPERIENCED STAFF Our Lakeview crew was established in 2005, giving us the experience and knowledge to create and carry out unique and personalized design projects. We are well assembled; selected only after careful consideration of our talent and attention to detail. Many of our clients request us for their projects because we are known to focus on quality design and workmanship, and have a highly skilled, dependable and honest crew.
"Professional and explained everything. I was given several options of how to fix chimney."
Danette K on December 2018
ABOUT LAKEVIEW MASONRY Lakeview Masonry completes projects for General Contractors, Homeowners, and Architects. We are based in Duluth, Minnesota and have been involved in projects as far north as Grand Portage, MN to as far east as Solon Springs, Wisconsin. OUR EXPERIENCED STAFF Our Lakeview crew was established in 2005, giving us the experience and knowledge to create and carry out unique and personalized design projects. We are well assembled; selected only after careful consideration of our talent and attention to detail. Many of our clients request us for their projects because we are known to focus on quality design and workmanship, and have a highly skilled, dependable and honest crew.
"Professional and explained everything. I was given several options of how to fix chimney."
Kaski Inc. providing the “precision that you can depend on" on all of your residential and commercial needs.
Kaski Inc. providing the “precision that you can depend on" on all of your residential and commercial needs.
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Patios questions, answered by experts
If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.
A simple square paver patio is the easiest long-lasting patio to install. With this basic shape, you won’t have to worry about curvatures in the design or having to cut pavers to fit. You could also opt for the gravel patio, but as noted, it can be messy and you will have to refill the gravel regularly as shoes and pet paws drag it out of its intended area.
Most standard concrete patios are around 4 inches deep. However, concrete patios that need to support very heavy items, like a hot tub or outdoor kitchen, should be around 6 inches thick to support the full weight of these items. You'll also want to make sure you install rebar for patios that need to support a lot of weight like this.
In many cases, you will need a building permit for your patio, but it depends on the type of patio. Generally speaking, any improvements to your land considered “permanent” will require a permit. Since a concrete patio is a permanent foundation, you will need a permit. On the other hand, a paver patio or flagstone patio usually sits over gravel and sand, are considered “temporary” improvements, and rarely require permits. To be safe, you should always ask your building department or your patio company if a permit will be necessary.
The cost to pour a driveway apron depends on the material and size. Concrete costs $3 to $10 per square foot, asphalt ranges from $2 to $5, and pavers are $5 to $15 per square foot. Additional expenses, like excavation, base material, and labor, can increase the total cost. For example, a standard 12x15-foot concrete apron could cost between $540 and $1,800, depending on local rates and additional work required. Always consult a local driveway paving contractor to get an accurate estimate tailored to your project.
The Two Harbors, MN homeowners’ guide to patio services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
If you’re looking to upgrade your outdoor living space, a pergola is a great feature. We discuss five types of pergolas as well as the best materials to use.
When you build a deck, you need to ensure it complies with local building codes. Here’s what you need to know about the most common deck building codes.
