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Avatar for Groundworks
Groundworks
4.6(
915
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceConcrete Foundation - Repair+2 more

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The only downside was they had to jackhammer a concrete step which broke some concrete blocks in a retaining wall. However, I was told in advance that it would happen & that they did not do that repair. The work they did to my house fixed the dropped corner of the house , placed level markers & sealed the large crack so it is barely noticeable. They worked quickly & efficiently & pleasantly. I hope I dont need them again but if I do I would definitely call them."
Concrete
Concrete
Concrete
Foundation
Foundation

+14

Response time10 hrs
973 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Stay Dry Waterproofing, LLC
4.7(
1,110
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nate and his crew really took care of us when we hired Stay Dry to fix our concrete slab foundation issues. They spent the time to even make sure new top soil was laid down for us and are providing us with some grass seed to fix the damage to our lawn. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for foundation repair or yard drainage solutions. The company gave us a discount as well considering we had a lot of work that needed to be done. Thanks again, Nate!"
Drain tile sump pump system
Sample
Before and After Mold Remediation
Steel Beam wall push
Completed job

+93

Response time1 day
134 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.6(
64
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Tristate Complete Home Repair and Maintenance to fix a bad tile job in our new shower. They came out and worked diligently to fix the sharp tile replacement and drain issue. Jeff was professional, helpful, and answered our questions. I appreciate this company and will use them in the future for other home repairs and maintenance issues."
Remodeling - General Project
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Remodeling - General Project
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Additional Photos

+5

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Everdry Waterproofing of Cincinnati
4.7(
1,042
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Canâ t say enough good things about this company. We bought our home with a known water infiltration problem. They not only alleviated and redirected the water from our foundation, they waterproofed the interior and exterior foundation walls, as well as addressed the block walls cracks and bowing. Better yet their service comes with a lifetime guarantee for the life of the home transferable to the next home owner. Recommend them to anyone looking for foundation and waterproofing services. 2nd to none."
Basement waterproofing
Basement waterproofing
Basement waterproofing
Basement Air Filtration
Response time2 days
272 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JW Home Solutions
4.9(
21
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"R&J Masonry was excellent! Fast, efficient and quality work. I needed repairs for a section of my driveway that had cracked and was sinking. R&J inspected the property immediately and fixed it within a day, answering my questions and going above and beyond. I’d recommend them for jobs of any size."
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Acculevel, Inc. - Ohio
3.9(
226
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company is top notch. They fixed my sagging floor and it now looks beautiful. My house was built n 1902 and can be a challenge at times to work on. They were professional and did the job in less time then they original thought. I am so very pleased with their work. I would hire them again in a minute for any foundation and floor leveling needs. Thank\ you Acculevel!!!!!"
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+26

426 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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The Basement Doctor of Cincinnati
4.2(
178
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+1 more

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They fixed the leak and put in a sump pump and water trench. The basement leaked 2 more times afterwards, but they returned to correct it right away. We were responsible all 3 times to repair the drywall and wood landing at the bottom of the stairs,so I called saying that I should not have to keep fixing those thing over and over. The CEO of the company called back and came out to the house himself to inspect. He had his people come out to the house again to do more that he felt would fix the problem for good, as well fixing the drywall and landing at no cost. It was a frustrating experience, but this company and it's CEO stood by thier work and made it right. I would use them again."
After Encapsulation
Before Slab Repair
After Slab Repair
Sump Pump
Wet Basement

+8

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Stay Dry Waterproofing - Columbus
Stay Dry Waterproofing - Columbus
4.0(
53
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris & CJ from Stay Dry repaired a leak in our exterior gutter drain system that was originally installed by Stay Dry in 2021. They arrived on time and efficiently & neatly (had to dig to uncover about 12 ft of pipe) repaired the underground leak start to finish in about one hour, being careful not to damage nearby plants & flowers. This 5 star review is for Chris' & CJ's performance only. Cost is unknown as our condo assn would handle costs, if any. Should be zero as this should be warranty work."
Interior Waterproofing
Interior Waterproofing
Interior Waterproofing
Interior Waterproofing
Interior Waterproofing

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Foundation Repair 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.

Some foundation repairs are permanent, like underpinning and exterior drainage systems like the French drain. These fixes address the underlying problems—insufficient support from the soil and hydrostatic pressure on your foundation walls, respectively—so they can last for many decades, making them “lifetime fixes.” There are other solutions to address these issues that will last for up to a decade, making them temporary. These include slabjacking to raise concrete slabs back into place and dampproofing to reduce the water in the soil that interacts with the concrete foundation.

If you don’t have any access to or knowledge of any area underneath your home, chances are it’s built slab-on-grade. You can also look for the concrete around the bottom edge of your structure; if it’s just a few inches tall, it’s likely a slab. If it’s more than that, has any windows, or you have steps leading to your main entrance, you likely have a different foundation style.

Not all cracks in the basement floor signal foundation problems. As the house settles, you’ll notice very thin hairline cracks, which you don’t need to worry about. Cracks that are 1/8 inch or wider should require sealing, while ones that are 1/2 inch or wider require leveling. However, if you have cracks in your basement floor with heaving, you should call a pro to assess the situation. Heaving can lead to uneven flooring, structural issues, and foundation problems.

The best foundation repair method will depend on the issue you’re having, but usually, foundation instability is best fixed using supportive piers, like steel piers or helical piers. A professional foundation repair contractor or structural engineer should always decide what the best course of action is, and even then, it’s imperative that you also take measures to treat the underlying issue as well, like soil erosion or oversaturation from runoff.

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