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Groundworks

4.39(
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Groundworks

4.39(
57
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
50 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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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Borrell Construction Service

5.00(
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Borrell Construction Service

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
218 local quotes requested

Borrell Construction Service LLC has been the trusted Pennsylvania home improvement specialist that residents and businesses from Scranton to Binghamton have relied on for exceptional and affordable home remodeling products and services for more than 20 years. We provide our customers with top-quality products - Alcoa/Mastic siding, GAF roofing shingles, Gorell replacement windows and more - installed by professionals who are dedicated to exceeding customer expectations. We also pride ourselves on truly caring about our customers- needs to create tailored solutions that fit within their budgets. So, whether you need replacement windows, vinyl siding, shingle roofing, basement finishing, or cellulose insulation, we've got your remodeling needs covered. From energy-efficient windows to attic insulation, we have energy-saving products to help lower your monthly power bills. We not only offer industry-leading products, but our installers are certified by the Building Performance Institute (BPI) to provide energy audits for homes and businesses. This means that our credentialed auditors can come to your home or office and perform and audit to determine weak spots in your home's insulation and overall energy efficiency. This analysis better informs you and our installers about the type of green home improvement products you need and how to correctly install them to maximize your potential energy savings.

"We hired them to fix a leak in the roof which required carpentry as well as foundation work. They where professional on time and the price was very reasonable. Most importantly no more leaking. We will definitely be hiring them for future projects."

Phillip D on April 2021

Borrell Construction Service LLC has been the trusted Pennsylvania home improvement specialist that residents and businesses from Scranton to Binghamton have relied on for exceptional and affordable home remodeling products and services for more than 20 years. We provide our customers with top-quality products - Alcoa/Mastic siding, GAF roofing shingles, Gorell replacement windows and more - installed by professionals who are dedicated to exceeding customer expectations. We also pride ourselves on truly caring about our customers- needs to create tailored solutions that fit within their budgets. So, whether you need replacement windows, vinyl siding, shingle roofing, basement finishing, or cellulose insulation, we've got your remodeling needs covered. From energy-efficient windows to attic insulation, we have energy-saving products to help lower your monthly power bills. We not only offer industry-leading products, but our installers are certified by the Building Performance Institute (BPI) to provide energy audits for homes and businesses. This means that our credentialed auditors can come to your home or office and perform and audit to determine weak spots in your home's insulation and overall energy efficiency. This analysis better informs you and our installers about the type of green home improvement products you need and how to correctly install them to maximize your potential energy savings.

"We hired them to fix a leak in the roof which required carpentry as well as foundation work. They where professional on time and the price was very reasonable. Most importantly no more leaking. We will definitely be hiring them for future projects."

Phillip D on April 2021


L Davis Excavating

5.00(
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L Davis Excavating

5.00(
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Approved Pro
11 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Luke is really talented. He follows thru on his promises. I am an architect and work w lots of different contractors. I highly recommend him. "

Alan _ on May 2025

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Luke is really talented. He follows thru on his promises. I am an architect and work w lots of different contractors. I highly recommend him. "

Alan _ on May 2025


"They were excellent on all counts-knowledgeable, Available to answer questions, efficient, on time, neat workers , and they did a very good job."

Regina R on September 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 30 employees. Many of our products have warranties. We offer service visits. We will accept credit cards and financing is also offered.

"They were excellent on all counts-knowledgeable, Available to answer questions, efficient, on time, neat workers , and they did a very good job."

Regina R on September 2024


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LJC Painting & Construction

4.30(
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LJC Painting & Construction

4.30(
27
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140 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"work was wonderful and done perfect. no problems only with things not know before. but everything was worked out to my satisfaction."

Mary A on November 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"work was wonderful and done perfect. no problems only with things not know before. but everything was worked out to my satisfaction."

Mary A on November 2025


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M. Hartman Landscaping LLC

5.00(
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M. Hartman Landscaping LLC

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Mackenzie is amazing. We shared our vision for the waterfall and she exceeded all expectations. She created the design and accomplished the project efficiently and within the budget. As the project creator and lead, she skillfully managed and worked hands on with her team. We will definitely have Mackenzie assist us with future landscaping projects on our property as well as routine maintenance."

Catherine R on May 2025

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Mackenzie is amazing. We shared our vision for the waterfall and she exceeded all expectations. She created the design and accomplished the project efficiently and within the budget. As the project creator and lead, she skillfully managed and worked hands on with her team. We will definitely have Mackenzie assist us with future landscaping projects on our property as well as routine maintenance."

Catherine R on May 2025


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JRN Excavation & Hardscape LLC

5.00(
4
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JRN Excavation & Hardscape LLC

5.00(
4
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14 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

At JRN Excavation & Hardscape LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Jonathan provides excellent communication prior to & during the project. He coordinates with other professionals as needed to complete his projects such as landscaping, as was needed in our case. A shout out to Tony Angeli & his crew for their landscaping layout & skills. In our case, Jonathan not only had to tear out a significant amount of old shrubbery & dispose of it, but did minor regrading, provided a French drain with tie-ins to our downspouts, & provided a finished landscape project with a very impressive finished project. Another shout out to his dad, John, who worked side by side with Jonathan on our project. This crew is very impressive, hard-working, and determined to satisfy every need of their customer. I cannot recommend them more highly. Thank you to all involved in our project!"

MARK E on July 2025

At JRN Excavation & Hardscape LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Jonathan provides excellent communication prior to & during the project. He coordinates with other professionals as needed to complete his projects such as landscaping, as was needed in our case. A shout out to Tony Angeli & his crew for their landscaping layout & skills. In our case, Jonathan not only had to tear out a significant amount of old shrubbery & dispose of it, but did minor regrading, provided a French drain with tie-ins to our downspouts, & provided a finished landscape project with a very impressive finished project. Another shout out to his dad, John, who worked side by side with Jonathan on our project. This crew is very impressive, hard-working, and determined to satisfy every need of their customer. I cannot recommend them more highly. Thank you to all involved in our project!"

MARK E on July 2025


"Excellent work. High quality, punctual and polite workmen, 100% satisfied, and would recommend without hesitation. Best of all, they were economical. Great job"

William W on August 2021

Crack in your wall we're the guys to call! Free Estimates and lifetime warranty! We are a local family owned company and pride ourselves on using American based products. Call now and receive a $500.00 discount on any basement waterproofing system.

"Excellent work. High quality, punctual and polite workmen, 100% satisfied, and would recommend without hesitation. Best of all, they were economical. Great job"

William W on August 2021


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Highlander Waterproofing Inc

5.00(
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Highlander Waterproofing Inc

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!

At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!


"If i could give zero stars i would have. We paid almost $12,000 back in October for them install a new system in our home. Since then we have failed county inspection 3 times. The techs who come out all have different stories and excuses. The electrician who came out last time Donald informed us of how terrible his own company was and how he planned to quit. Me and my mother have taken countless days off work for them to come bandaid the problems instead of fixing them costing us even more money for missing work. Last Monday we failed for the 3rd time so I reached out AGAIN to the cooperate office and here we are 7 days later with no response and issue still not addressed This will be reported to the BBB, Angie's list will be reported for false advertising because the reviews under this company's name are actually for a company they bought out action 9 will be involved if this isn't the last time I have to deal with these people. It's the most unprofessional experience I've had with any HVAC company and I'm very disappointed in how they conduct themselves and their business please home owners beware!!"

Margie W on January 2025

HL Bowman Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing has been serving our communities since 1946. Our trained technicians, installers, and plumbers are available for all your home comfort needs. We specialize in new maintenance, repair, system installation and upgrades.

"If i could give zero stars i would have. We paid almost $12,000 back in October for them install a new system in our home. Since then we have failed county inspection 3 times. The techs who come out all have different stories and excuses. The electrician who came out last time Donald informed us of how terrible his own company was and how he planned to quit. Me and my mother have taken countless days off work for them to come bandaid the problems instead of fixing them costing us even more money for missing work. Last Monday we failed for the 3rd time so I reached out AGAIN to the cooperate office and here we are 7 days later with no response and issue still not addressed This will be reported to the BBB, Angie's list will be reported for false advertising because the reviews under this company's name are actually for a company they bought out action 9 will be involved if this isn't the last time I have to deal with these people. It's the most unprofessional experience I've had with any HVAC company and I'm very disappointed in how they conduct themselves and their business please home owners beware!!"

Margie W on January 2025

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French Drains questions, answered by experts

Inspect regularly for clogs, clean drain lines, and ensure grading directs water away from the foundation.

Several signs can tip you off to a clogged dishwasher drain. At first, you may notice that it’s taking longer than usual for the dishwasher to drain, or you may hear gurgling sounds during the draining part of the cycle. You might also notice water backing up into your sink or excess food at the bottom of the dishwasher after a load. The most obvious sign, though, is seeing standing water at the bottom of your dishwasher after the cycle has finished.

Professional tools include drain snakes, hydro jets, cameras for line inspection, and enzymatic or chemical cleaners for dissolution.

The frequency with which a French drain clogs depends on various factors, such as the amount of debris that enters the pipe, the quality of the French drain installation, the type of grate and filter used, and how often it is maintained. That’s why it’s recommended to clean your French drain at least once a year, whether it is clogged or not. This can prevent clogs and increase the lifespan of your drain.

There are several homemade solutions for clearing a clogged sink that don’t involve pouring harsh chemicals down your drain. Start by pouring hot (but not boiling) water down the drain. This can help dissolve and flush away grease and gunk. A splash of dish soap down the drain can also cut through fat and make it easier to clear the drain. For a more stubborn blockage, grab a plunger and give it a few firm pumps to dislodge the clog.

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