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Avatar for Groundworks
Groundworks
4.3(
342
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+1 more

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Iran H, Chris M and Floyd C were the service people from Ohio Basement Authority who repaired a leaning concrete block foundation wall in the basement and installed a sump pump. They did excellent, considerate work and I would recommend them for a similar project."
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space

+14

339 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Pioneer Construction & Concrete LLC
4.6(
74
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Poured Concrete Wall - Repair

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kevin was great to work with. He was one of the only companies to return my call during a busy fall season. His price was fair. He gave helpful suggestions which improved the quality of the slab. After preparing the ground he protected the area with a plastic covering to protect it from the next 5 days of rain. He also took the time and care to repair where the equipment made marks in our yard (which was expected after 5 days of rain!). I appreciate his follow through on completing the job well."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.5(
77
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, 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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+5

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by51%of homeowners
Avatar for Basement Worx Waterproofing, LLC
Basement Worx Waterproofing, LLC
5.0(
30
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had a crack in foundation wall that was leaking. Called for estimate. Was scheduled in the evening to accommodate my work schedule. They called that evening to confirm and to let me know the exact time. Easy estimate that was very reasonable. Scheduled at my convenience and they arrived when scheduled. Lonnie was gracious and respectful and completed the work as originally quoted. Area was very clean and he explained every part of the process. I am soo happy When a contractor does what they say they will do, when they say they will do it. Couldn't ask for better."
Sump Pump Install with Battery Back-Up
Worx Waterproofing
Worx Waterproofing
Worx Waterproofing
Crack Repair

+21

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Everdry Waterproofing of Cincinnati
4.7(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everdry waterproofed our basement several years ago and since then we have not had any water at all in our basement. They repaired some cracks in the foundation, installed a sump, excavated around the base of the foundation both inside and out and installed drainage. They completed the work within the time frame given and were very professional."
Basement waterproofing
Basement waterproofing
Basement waterproofing
Basement Air Filtration
Response time2 days
177 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JW Home Solutions
4.9(
23
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, 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%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Basement Doctor of Cincinnati
4.2(
178
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Reading, 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%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stay Dry Waterproofing - Columbus
4.0(
54
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Crew did an excellent job. They arrived on time (if not a little early) and worked hard digging outside to get to the area of the foundation that needed repair to a couple of small cracks. They did identify the main source of water intrusion around the window area and made sure they fixed it properly. They waterproofed the window area and a large section of the exposed foundation to make sure they had maximum coverage to stop any water intrusion. Haven't had any problems since then."
Interior Waterproofing
Interior Waterproofing
Interior Waterproofing
Interior Waterproofing
Interior Waterproofing

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Foundation Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

If your foundation repair claim gets denied, the first step is to carefully read over your policy and denial letter so you understand the reason for the denial. Then, gather evidence and documents that can support your case and appeal the denial with your insurance company. If your insurer does not eventually honor your claim, you may want to file a complaint with the insurance department in your state. In some cases, it may make sense to work with an attorney and file a lawsuit.

If your concrete steps have crumbled or chipped, you can fix them by removing any chips or flakes, cleaning and wetting the affected area, applying a concrete bonding agent, and finally applying new concrete, usually in the form of Portland cement. For widespread damage, you can consider concrete resurfacing instead. For fixing concrete spalling that has led to deep damage, you might need to remove damaged material, add structural supports, and pour new concrete into a mold.

No, hairline cracks in concrete are generally not a problem as they do not impact the strength and longevity of the concrete. Generally, cracks less than 0.3 millimeter wide don’t impact the structure. Hairline cracks can grow over time and weaken the structure, such as in a home foundation. Some hairline cracks can also cause leaks in a foundation. It’s important to watch the cracks to see if they grow. Contact a concrete contractor if you notice cracks exceeding 0.3 millimeter wide.

The foundation repair that will work best varies based on the extent of the damage, the underlying cause, soil conditions, weather conditions, and more. Permanent foundation solutions like underpinning and exterior drainage solutions are better than temporary fixes that don’t address the source of the issue. Some examples of more temporary solutions include mudjacking or slabjacking, waterproof paint, and dampproofing. The best course of action is to have a reliable foundation specialist inspect your issue, treat the underlying problem, and restabilize your foundation.

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