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Dry Basement Foundation Repair

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Dry Basement Foundation Repair

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Dry Basement Foundation Repair has served Kansas City and the area since 1975 in Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, Sump Pump installation and Basement Finishing and Remodeling. We've got 50 employees and do not use subcontractors. All costs are determined on a job by job basis. No travel charges. We also do business as Basement Magic .

"They were excellent. On time, professional, easy to reach. And this is the third time we hire them."

Rod B on June 2022

Dry Basement Foundation Repair has served Kansas City and the area since 1975 in Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, Sump Pump installation and Basement Finishing and Remodeling. We've got 50 employees and do not use subcontractors. All costs are determined on a job by job basis. No travel charges. We also do business as Basement Magic .

"They were excellent. On time, professional, easy to reach. And this is the third time we hire them."

Rod B on June 2022


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EHM

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EHM

4.50(
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Customers say: Quality work
72 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


A Civil Engineering company that offers land surveying, water and wastewater design services. With the new FEMA maps flood elevation surveys are saving our customers thousands.


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Matrix Technology Services

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Matrix Technology Services

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13 years of experience

Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.

Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.


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Stokes Dock Co., Inc.

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Stokes Dock Co., Inc.

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26 years of experience

Since 2000, Stokes Dock Co., Inc. has been providing waterfront enthusiasts, boat owners & many other marine industry associates nationwide w/ the best quality products, the most reliable services & the largest selection of solutions! With a $600 paycheck, a vision & a multitude of reputable qualities, such as, hard work, honesty, quality-conscious decisions, dedication, sacrifice & an unbreakable determination to succeed, Shane Stokes took the 1st step necessary to make his vision of becoming the best source for waterfront living, a reality! Today, we consult, design (to be cont.)

Since 2000, Stokes Dock Co., Inc. has been providing waterfront enthusiasts, boat owners & many other marine industry associates nationwide w/ the best quality products, the most reliable services & the largest selection of solutions! With a $600 paycheck, a vision & a multitude of reputable qualities, such as, hard work, honesty, quality-conscious decisions, dedication, sacrifice & an unbreakable determination to succeed, Shane Stokes took the 1st step necessary to make his vision of becoming the best source for waterfront living, a reality! Today, we consult, design (to be cont.)


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.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

Stone, marble, and brick are common building materials of Neoclassical architecture, though you will also find wood flooring and a range of natural stone tiles. Since several home styles fall under Neoclassical architects' umbrella, a range of building materials—including traditional wood framing—will make an appearance.

Structural engineers typically conduct inspections during a home sale or renovation, looking for signs of structural damage in various structures throughout the building, such as load-bearing walls, joists, beams, roofing trusses, foundations, and chimneys. Some of the warning signs that structural engineers check for include:

  • Dry rot

  • Infestation

  • Shifting or cracking foundations

  • Erosion

  • Water damage

  • Sagging, shifting, or damaged walls, ceilings, or roofing support

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

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