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Groundworks

4.54(
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Groundworks

4.54(
327
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Customers say: Super punctual
37 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

Established in 1997, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. 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 Philadelphia & New Jersey, 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! PA158514 (PA)

"Tyrell did an excellent job correcting the mistakeS of the people who installed my basement waterproofing equipment. There was a terrible rotten egg smell and that's gone now. Tyrell cleaned up after himself, if any water spilled he made sure to vacuum it up and to dispose of everything in the proper place."

Alexander M on September 2023

Established in 1997, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. 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 Philadelphia & New Jersey, 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! PA158514 (PA)

"Tyrell did an excellent job correcting the mistakeS of the people who installed my basement waterproofing equipment. There was a terrible rotten egg smell and that's gone now. Tyrell cleaned up after himself, if any water spilled he made sure to vacuum it up and to dispose of everything in the proper place."

Alexander M on September 2023


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Quality 1st Basement Systems

4.51(
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Quality 1st Basement Systems

4.51(
289
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Customers say: Super punctual
285 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

Quality 1st Basement Systems has been helping homeowners improve their homes for over 20 years. We have currently helped over 6,000 homeowners with All Things Basementy by designing effective solutions for their home’s needs. Whether our homeowners are interested in waterproofing a wet basement, fixing cracked foundation walls, insulating their crawl spaces, finishing their basements with mold-resistant materials, and raising concrete slabs, we can help! We’re currently the largest waterproofing company serving both residential and commercial clients in the tri-state area and are continuing to grow. As a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. network and Foundation Supportworks, Inc. network, we have global resources, but provide local service! The Basement Systems network thoroughly trains our employees at the Basement Systems, Inc. corporate headquarters in CT. Our hard work and dedication to our customers have earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and several Super Service Awards from Angie’s List. We service most of New Jersey, all 5 boroughs of New York City and certain parts of Pennsylvania. Thousands of homeowners have experienced the Quality 1st Basement Systems difference. We invite you to do your homework and check out our credentials and compare. Put our experience and integrity to work protecting your investment. Our reputation exceeds all others because of our culture of WOW customer service.

"Everything went smoothly"

Hector R on December 2023

Quality 1st Basement Systems has been helping homeowners improve their homes for over 20 years. We have currently helped over 6,000 homeowners with All Things Basementy by designing effective solutions for their home’s needs. Whether our homeowners are interested in waterproofing a wet basement, fixing cracked foundation walls, insulating their crawl spaces, finishing their basements with mold-resistant materials, and raising concrete slabs, we can help! We’re currently the largest waterproofing company serving both residential and commercial clients in the tri-state area and are continuing to grow. As a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. network and Foundation Supportworks, Inc. network, we have global resources, but provide local service! The Basement Systems network thoroughly trains our employees at the Basement Systems, Inc. corporate headquarters in CT. Our hard work and dedication to our customers have earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and several Super Service Awards from Angie’s List. We service most of New Jersey, all 5 boroughs of New York City and certain parts of Pennsylvania. Thousands of homeowners have experienced the Quality 1st Basement Systems difference. We invite you to do your homework and check out our credentials and compare. Put our experience and integrity to work protecting your investment. Our reputation exceeds all others because of our culture of WOW customer service.

"Everything went smoothly"

Hector R on December 2023


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Groundworks

4.57(
225
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Groundworks

4.57(
225
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
49 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Established in 2004, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. 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 New Jersey, 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! 13VH11822900 (NJ)

"Working with DJ from Groundworks (Select Basement) has been an outstanding experience. After struggling with various contractors who either failed to resolve our water issues or were unprofessional, DJ and his team truly stood out. DJ was incredibly helpful, patient, and responsive throughout the entire process. Our home is a ranch with 225 linear feet around the perimeter, and while other contractors insisted on installing a French drain for the entire length, DJ recommended a more targeted approach. He proposed installing the French drain for just 80 linear feet, focusing only on the areas where water intrusion was likely. His thorough explanations and prompt responses to all our questions were greatly appreciated. The workers arrived on time, maintained a clean work environment, and completed the job as promised. If we could give 10 stars, we would! Groundworks is a highly professional and honest company that didn't try to inflate the scope of work to charge us more. We wholeheartedly recommend them."

Elina B on October 2024

Established in 2004, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. 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 New Jersey, 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! 13VH11822900 (NJ)

"Working with DJ from Groundworks (Select Basement) has been an outstanding experience. After struggling with various contractors who either failed to resolve our water issues or were unprofessional, DJ and his team truly stood out. DJ was incredibly helpful, patient, and responsive throughout the entire process. Our home is a ranch with 225 linear feet around the perimeter, and while other contractors insisted on installing a French drain for the entire length, DJ recommended a more targeted approach. He proposed installing the French drain for just 80 linear feet, focusing only on the areas where water intrusion was likely. His thorough explanations and prompt responses to all our questions were greatly appreciated. The workers arrived on time, maintained a clean work environment, and completed the job as promised. If we could give 10 stars, we would! Groundworks is a highly professional and honest company that didn't try to inflate the scope of work to charge us more. We wholeheartedly recommend them."

Elina B on October 2024


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Waterproofing One

4.69(
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Waterproofing One

4.69(
147
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Customers say: Quality work
20 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Family owned. Over thirty years in business. Free estimates, all work guaranteed. Waterproofing One, now proudly serving central and south New Jersey, provides basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and mold remediation to the Greater Philadelphia, PA, area, including Montgomery, Chester and Delaware counties. If you are concerned about maintaining the value of your property, then saving your foundation from the results of water damage is a must. Basement leaks can lead to a cracked foundation and the growth of unhealthy mold. Not only do we guarantee to have low prices, but all of our work is warranted. We are licensed, insured and certified for your protection, and accredited by the BBB. Call Waterproofing One today to schedule your free estimate! We are currently licensed for the Delaware and New Jersey area, please see below licensing information. Delaware Licensing Number- 17-92051-13-000 New Jersey Licensing Number-13vh09291700

"From the first contact they were very responsive, friendly, and professional. They came right in on the estimate price and got the job done quickly with top quality work. I will definitely hire them again in the future."

Michael M on March 2021

Family owned. Over thirty years in business. Free estimates, all work guaranteed. Waterproofing One, now proudly serving central and south New Jersey, provides basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and mold remediation to the Greater Philadelphia, PA, area, including Montgomery, Chester and Delaware counties. If you are concerned about maintaining the value of your property, then saving your foundation from the results of water damage is a must. Basement leaks can lead to a cracked foundation and the growth of unhealthy mold. Not only do we guarantee to have low prices, but all of our work is warranted. We are licensed, insured and certified for your protection, and accredited by the BBB. Call Waterproofing One today to schedule your free estimate! We are currently licensed for the Delaware and New Jersey area, please see below licensing information. Delaware Licensing Number- 17-92051-13-000 New Jersey Licensing Number-13vh09291700

"From the first contact they were very responsive, friendly, and professional. They came right in on the estimate price and got the job done quickly with top quality work. I will definitely hire them again in the future."

Michael M on March 2021


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Basement Waterproofing Nationwide Inc

4.81(
141
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Basement Waterproofing Nationwide Inc

4.81(
141
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
82 local quotes requested

Founded in 1987, Steve Taylor was passionate about providing homeowners with an honest approach to basement waterproofing and delivering exceptional customer service for every job. BWN swiftly built a reputable, trusted brand spanning across Maryland and Delaware. Today, as we look back over 35 years of business, our employee dedication and steadfast customer loyalty continue to fuel BWN’s success. This is best demonstrated by BWN’s abundant referral business and 55,000+ customers.

"Quick, efficient, super communication, great cleanup. Highly recommend."

Ellen H on October 2022

Founded in 1987, Steve Taylor was passionate about providing homeowners with an honest approach to basement waterproofing and delivering exceptional customer service for every job. BWN swiftly built a reputable, trusted brand spanning across Maryland and Delaware. Today, as we look back over 35 years of business, our employee dedication and steadfast customer loyalty continue to fuel BWN’s success. This is best demonstrated by BWN’s abundant referral business and 55,000+ customers.

"Quick, efficient, super communication, great cleanup. Highly recommend."

Ellen H on October 2022


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AJ Waterproofing

4.98(
172
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AJ Waterproofing

4.98(
172
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 years of experience

We are a family run waterproofing specialist company, owned and operated, since 1976 by A.J. DiElsi. We have one crew, one truck and start and finish one job at a time. We are completely insured with general liability and workman's compensation. There is no charge for estimates and we take no deposits on any job. You pay us upon completion of the job. We do not have salesmen. A.J. is the gentleman that comes out to deliver each estimate and he is on each job. We excel in impeccable workmanship, and the jobs are always left cleaner than when we arrived. We give a lifetime guarantee on our French Drains and it is transferable to each new homeowner. Please feel free to call with any questions 610-527-9444 or 610-409-0888, Additional phones: 610-960-1589. Or feel free to email us at : [email protected], you can also check us out on YouTube and our website, ajwaterproofing.com.

"Great job, very professional"

Jerry D on February 2021

We are a family run waterproofing specialist company, owned and operated, since 1976 by A.J. DiElsi. We have one crew, one truck and start and finish one job at a time. We are completely insured with general liability and workman's compensation. There is no charge for estimates and we take no deposits on any job. You pay us upon completion of the job. We do not have salesmen. A.J. is the gentleman that comes out to deliver each estimate and he is on each job. We excel in impeccable workmanship, and the jobs are always left cleaner than when we arrived. We give a lifetime guarantee on our French Drains and it is transferable to each new homeowner. Please feel free to call with any questions 610-527-9444 or 610-409-0888, Additional phones: 610-960-1589. Or feel free to email us at : [email protected], you can also check us out on YouTube and our website, ajwaterproofing.com.

"Great job, very professional"

Jerry D on February 2021


Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

4.56(
54
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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

4.56(
54
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Customers say: Quality work
56 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024


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Basement Gurus, LLC

4.84(
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Basement Gurus, LLC

4.84(
150
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
988 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Basement Gurus LLC, is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in professional waterproofing services. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Call us today, so that we can give you a free estimate and make your project come to life!

"Steven was very nice and easy to do business with very honest and gave me all kinds of options. Hard to find people like that nowadays just overall great quality people"

Derek K on October 2025

Basement Gurus LLC, is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in professional waterproofing services. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Call us today, so that we can give you a free estimate and make your project come to life!

"Steven was very nice and easy to do business with very honest and gave me all kinds of options. Hard to find people like that nowadays just overall great quality people"

Derek K on October 2025


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Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc.

4.87(
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Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc.

4.87(
90
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Customers say: Quick response
16 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Quality 1st Basement Systems is your local, family owned contractor for Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps, Basement Finishing, Foundation Repair, Mold Remediation, Crack Repair, Radon Testing and Radon Mitigation, Egress Windows and Egress Stairwell, and Crawlspace Encapsulation too. 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE and free estimates. We have been in business for 25 years and have five star ratings with Google, Yelp, and the BBB. Winner of the 2021 BBB Torch Award for Market Place Ethics and finalist for the 2022 International BBB Torch award for Market Place Ethics. CONTACT US NOW BY CALLING 1-800-768-6745 OR EMAIL US AT [email protected]

"Installed radon filter without any issues or hassle."

Jonathan M on May 2023

Quality 1st Basement Systems is your local, family owned contractor for Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps, Basement Finishing, Foundation Repair, Mold Remediation, Crack Repair, Radon Testing and Radon Mitigation, Egress Windows and Egress Stairwell, and Crawlspace Encapsulation too. 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE and free estimates. We have been in business for 25 years and have five star ratings with Google, Yelp, and the BBB. Winner of the 2021 BBB Torch Award for Market Place Ethics and finalist for the 2022 International BBB Torch award for Market Place Ethics. CONTACT US NOW BY CALLING 1-800-768-6745 OR EMAIL US AT [email protected]

"Installed radon filter without any issues or hassle."

Jonathan M on May 2023


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Foundation Repair questions, answered by experts

If your building department catches you or a contractor doing foundation work without proper permits, they will likely put the work on hold until you secure the necessary permits, which can cause delays of days or even weeks. You can also face violation charges for construction without a permit, which can cost hundreds, depending on where you live.

Many horizontal cracks in home foundations result from water and soil pressure from outside of the building or from a footing that is shifting. Under those circumstances, horizontal cracks are a structural problem that requires repair before they become worse and more difficult to fix. However, in very specific cases, thin horizontal cracks may simply be a cosmetic blemish due to concrete shrinkage.

Barring extreme home foundation problems, most horizontal foundation cracks are fixable using one or more methods. Most of the repair methods require professional expertise to accomplish, and include plate anchors, steel reinforcement, soil anchors, reconstruction, or carbon fiber strip applications. Contacting a professional to diagnose the problem early can minimize repair expenses.

Most building departments will require that a certified and licensed foundation repair professional or a structural engineer pull permits for foundation repair, so homeowners usually cannot pull them themselves. This helps ensure that an experienced professional completes all structural work on your home. Minor repairs that are technically DIYable often won’t require permits, but it’s still a good idea to hire a professional to carry out foundation repairs.

A leak under your foundation from a water supply line or sewage line is likely to lead to water pooling on certain areas of your property during rainfall, abnormally fast-growing or green grass in certain sections of your lawn, and differential settlement of your foundation, which can result in large foundation cracks, windows and doors failing to operate properly, a wavy or sloping roofline, or damages or irregularities in your interior walls, including cracks and bulging. If it’s a plumbing line embedded in your slab, you’ll also likely notice above-average water bills.

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