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Groundworks

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Groundworks

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50 years of experience
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Groundworks, formerly Baker's Waterproofing, has specialized in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs since 2009. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across central Pennsylvania. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your basement, foundation, or concrete. PA158514 (PA)

"The job went extremely well. Aaron Lenker and Corbin Gillichbauer performed the service and were professional and polite. I’m completely satisfied. Well done."

Paul S on July 2025

Groundworks, formerly Baker's Waterproofing, has specialized in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs since 2009. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across central Pennsylvania. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your basement, foundation, or concrete. PA158514 (PA)

"The job went extremely well. Aaron Lenker and Corbin Gillichbauer performed the service and were professional and polite. I’m completely satisfied. Well done."

Paul S on July 2025

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GTS Consultants

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GTS Consultants

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28 years of experience

GTS Consultants has earned a reputation as a Minority Owned and Operated business since 1997. GTS Consultants are known for: -being highly regarded-with warm referrals -client responsiveness -professional surveyors -providing excellent communication -quick turnaround -competitive prices We have gained the respect and confidence of our clients by providing technical excellence and quality services throughout New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Our corporate headquarters is located in the beautiful city of Newark, New Jersey. We look forward to hearing from and working with you soon.

GTS Consultants has earned a reputation as a Minority Owned and Operated business since 1997. GTS Consultants are known for: -being highly regarded-with warm referrals -client responsiveness -professional surveyors -providing excellent communication -quick turnaround -competitive prices We have gained the respect and confidence of our clients by providing technical excellence and quality services throughout New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Our corporate headquarters is located in the beautiful city of Newark, New Jersey. We look forward to hearing from and working with you soon.

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Glenwood Engineering

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Glenwood Engineering

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"Very well. The inspector came as scheduled, performed a thorough inspection, and sent a detailed report. Quite satisfactory in all."

Paul S on February 2019

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"Very well. The inspector came as scheduled, performed a thorough inspection, and sent a detailed report. Quite satisfactory in all."

Paul S on February 2019

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Impact Engineering Group

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12 years of experience

Impact Engineering Group is a civil engineering firm that specializes in services and consulting relating to real estate, construction, land planning, surveying, site permitting and structural engineering.

Impact Engineering Group is a civil engineering firm that specializes in services and consulting relating to real estate, construction, land planning, surveying, site permitting and structural engineering.

Richard Herschlag, P.E.

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Richard Herschlag, P.E.

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29 years of experience

We are a full-service group of professionals providing both engineering and contracting on an as-needed basis. Where we are unable to meet your needs or timeline, we will as always provide referrals to top professionals in your area.

We are a full-service group of professionals providing both engineering and contracting on an as-needed basis. Where we are unable to meet your needs or timeline, we will as always provide referrals to top professionals in your area.

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McCarthy Engineering Associates, Inc.

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McCarthy Engineering Associates, Inc.

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25 years of experience

McCarthy Engineering Associates offers clients a knowledgeable and determined team, complemented by the highest level of service and the utmost attention to quality.

McCarthy Engineering Associates offers clients a knowledgeable and determined team, complemented by the highest level of service and the utmost attention to quality.

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GKW Associates

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GKW Associates

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13 years of experience

GKW Associates is a team of Engineers and Designers dedicated to providing quality engineering services to all of our clients and also, committed to building a solid working relationship with them in order to achieve their project goals. We provide economical and practical solutions for projects and specific problems on a timely basis. The requirement of the client is priority number one to our staff.

GKW Associates is a team of Engineers and Designers dedicated to providing quality engineering services to all of our clients and also, committed to building a solid working relationship with them in order to achieve their project goals. We provide economical and practical solutions for projects and specific problems on a timely basis. The requirement of the client is priority number one to our staff.

Huskies Engineering, LLC

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Huskies Engineering, LLC

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17 years of experience

Huskies Engineering, LLC is dedicated to providing practical solutions for residential and commercial projects for architects, contractors, and owners. Whether it is framing solutions for new additions or investigations for ongoing structural deficiencies, Huskies Engineerng, LLC can provide answers that meet your needs.

Huskies Engineering, LLC is dedicated to providing practical solutions for residential and commercial projects for architects, contractors, and owners. Whether it is framing solutions for new additions or investigations for ongoing structural deficiencies, Huskies Engineerng, LLC can provide answers that meet your needs.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Because of their composite structure, cutting or drilling LVL beams can compromise their integrity. We strongly advise contacting a general contractor or structural engineer before making any alterations to LVL beams. Professionals can also answer questions about choosing between a pier and beam versus slab foundation when designing your project.

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

Proper licensing and experience in residential and commercial structural projects.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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