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Groundworks

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Groundworks

4.39(
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Customers say: Super punctual
32 local quotes requested
50 years of experience

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


David Black Associates, Inc.

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David Black Associates, Inc.

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39 years of experience

David Black Associates, Inc. (DBA) is an engineering consulting firm located in south-central Pennsylvania. The firm was established in 1986 and continues serving your needs with demonstrated expertise for commercial, industrial and institutional buildings in the following areas: Design Services Evaluations Inspections Value Engineering Code Compliance Forensics

David Black Associates, Inc. (DBA) is an engineering consulting firm located in south-central Pennsylvania. The firm was established in 1986 and continues serving your needs with demonstrated expertise for commercial, industrial and institutional buildings in the following areas: Design Services Evaluations Inspections Value Engineering Code Compliance Forensics



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The Drafting Table

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The Drafting Table

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22 years of experience

The Drafting Table provides any type of drafting needs, be it residential, commercial, industrial. We have access to licensed design professionals who can help in your permit application process.

The Drafting Table provides any type of drafting needs, be it residential, commercial, industrial. We have access to licensed design professionals who can help in your permit application process.


Dennis E. Black Engineering, Inc.

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Dennis E. Black Engineering, Inc.

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Offering expert engineering and surveying services to south central Pennsylvania, northern Maryland and select areas of West Virginia, Dennis E. Black Engineering, Inc. of Chambersburg, PA, will give your project the individual attention and exceptional service needed for success. Our highly trained, talented staff is always available to clients, and we are dedicated to achieving 100% client satisfaction. As a locally owned and operated business, nothing is more important to us than serving our community. Our clients have included individual land developers, commercial developers, municipal agencies and authorities. Services we provide include, but aren’t limited to: • Site plans and land planning • Floodplain analysis and wetland delineation • Federal, state and local permit acquisition • Environmental site assessments • Nutrient management • Zoning variance and rezoning appeals • GPS and topography • Construction management Design services are available for water and sewer systems, subdivisions, roadways and streets. We also offer storm water design, and erosion and sediment control design. We provide services for both residential and commercial properties. Commercial businesses we’ve worked with include banks, restaurants, office buildings, strip malls, fire stations and shopping centers. More information can be requested through our website. To schedule a consultation, call Dennis E. Black Engineering today.

Offering expert engineering and surveying services to south central Pennsylvania, northern Maryland and select areas of West Virginia, Dennis E. Black Engineering, Inc. of Chambersburg, PA, will give your project the individual attention and exceptional service needed for success. Our highly trained, talented staff is always available to clients, and we are dedicated to achieving 100% client satisfaction. As a locally owned and operated business, nothing is more important to us than serving our community. Our clients have included individual land developers, commercial developers, municipal agencies and authorities. Services we provide include, but aren’t limited to: • Site plans and land planning • Floodplain analysis and wetland delineation • Federal, state and local permit acquisition • Environmental site assessments • Nutrient management • Zoning variance and rezoning appeals • GPS and topography • Construction management Design services are available for water and sewer systems, subdivisions, roadways and streets. We also offer storm water design, and erosion and sediment control design. We provide services for both residential and commercial properties. Commercial businesses we’ve worked with include banks, restaurants, office buildings, strip malls, fire stations and shopping centers. More information can be requested through our website. To schedule a consultation, call Dennis E. Black Engineering today.


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Edram General Construction Llc

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Edram General Construction Llc

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Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience

www.edramgeneralconstruction.com MHIC. 130214 MHBR. 7957 PA. 61494 DC WV VA Edvin Ramirez built the company on the strong foundation of providing good value for your construction spending. Edram General Construction has a reputation for completing top-quality projects on time and on budget. We provide professional services, and our workers will make sure the job is done right the first time. We believe that forming a strong team of professionals is an integral part of succeeding in this competitive field. We are proud of our successes and hope that you will consider us for your next project. Edram General Construction is committed to building long term relationships with satisfied customers by providing reliable service and high quality craftsmanship, while focusing on the details our customers have come to expect.

"Edwin did a great job and was helpful and communicated even late in the evening."

Patrick B on January 2025

www.edramgeneralconstruction.com MHIC. 130214 MHBR. 7957 PA. 61494 DC WV VA Edvin Ramirez built the company on the strong foundation of providing good value for your construction spending. Edram General Construction has a reputation for completing top-quality projects on time and on budget. We provide professional services, and our workers will make sure the job is done right the first time. We believe that forming a strong team of professionals is an integral part of succeeding in this competitive field. We are proud of our successes and hope that you will consider us for your next project. Edram General Construction is committed to building long term relationships with satisfied customers by providing reliable service and high quality craftsmanship, while focusing on the details our customers have come to expect.

"Edwin did a great job and was helpful and communicated even late in the evening."

Patrick B on January 2025


EHM

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EHM

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Customers say: Quality work
71 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


Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

A 4-inch-thick concrete slab can support around 4,000 pounds per square foot if a contractor reinforces the slab with rebar, while that same slab without reinforcements will support closer to 1,000 pounds. For the purposes of a patio, 4 inches in thickness without reinforcement should suffice unless you’re installing heavy kitchen equipment or a hot tub on it. In those cases, reinforcing your slab and sticking with 4 inches of thickness should provide plenty of strength.

It’s possible to drill into an LVL beam, but you should always avoid it. LVL beams are major structural components of your home, and drilling into them can weaken them and lead to cracking over time. If you need to drill into an LVL beam, consult a structural engineer. They’ll know the bit size, depth, and directionality that’s safe to use when drilling.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

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

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