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Keystone Basement Systems & Structural Repair Inc

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Keystone Basement Systems & Structural Repair Inc

4.40(
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Customers say: Super punctual
2003 years of experience

ARE YOU READY FOR A BETTER CONTRACTOR? Keystone Basement Systems is the leader in basement transformations, providing personalized, guaranteed solutions for water intrusion, foundation repairs and the creation of functional, beautiful living spaces. WE WILL NEVER PRESSURE YOU! If you are looking for a solution designed by the industry experts, we can help. GUARANTEE “We Warranty Our Systems, We Guarantee Your Satisfaction!”

"Select another company or hire someone to redo your driveway instead. It'll take 1/4 of the time to schedule, reschedule, and complete the project, and you won't have to deal with all the messes and damage they leave in their wake. While Keystone's sales team does a great job selling their leveling service, delivery and scheduling are abysmal. It takes months to schedule, followed by weeks of equipment failures and rescheduling. You'll also be cleaning up stains and messes left behind, reminding them of what has and hasn?t been done yet, as well as essential contracted items and processes that were skipped throughout. You can call and discuss the issues with the crew and management, but only if you can actually wade through all their random phone numbers and find someone willing to answer or return your calls. For tens of thousands of dollars, you expect a simple level of service, coordination, and professionalism that doesn't follow through from sales to crew. "

Katy L on September 2025

ARE YOU READY FOR A BETTER CONTRACTOR? Keystone Basement Systems is the leader in basement transformations, providing personalized, guaranteed solutions for water intrusion, foundation repairs and the creation of functional, beautiful living spaces. WE WILL NEVER PRESSURE YOU! If you are looking for a solution designed by the industry experts, we can help. GUARANTEE “We Warranty Our Systems, We Guarantee Your Satisfaction!”

"Select another company or hire someone to redo your driveway instead. It'll take 1/4 of the time to schedule, reschedule, and complete the project, and you won't have to deal with all the messes and damage they leave in their wake. While Keystone's sales team does a great job selling their leveling service, delivery and scheduling are abysmal. It takes months to schedule, followed by weeks of equipment failures and rescheduling. You'll also be cleaning up stains and messes left behind, reminding them of what has and hasn?t been done yet, as well as essential contracted items and processes that were skipped throughout. You can call and discuss the issues with the crew and management, but only if you can actually wade through all their random phone numbers and find someone willing to answer or return your calls. For tens of thousands of dollars, you expect a simple level of service, coordination, and professionalism that doesn't follow through from sales to crew. "

Katy L on September 2025


EHM

4.50(
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EHM

4.50(
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Customers say: Quality work
1954 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


Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing of PA

3.92(
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Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing of PA

3.92(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1965 years of experience

Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing has licensed and bonded waterproofing contractors that are fast, efficient and committed to providing you with the best waterproofing services and products that are designed for your specific needs. We begin with a thorough FREE home evaluation that includes the outside of your home when other waterproofing companies only look at the inside. Each of our certified installers is required to undergo extensive training with the latest waterproofing systems and products. Our waterproofing contractors know Pennsylvania state codes and are familiar with the local weather patterns that can plague your home. We understand every aspect of waterproofing when many other waterproofing companies only use one product or system. We are also in the stands cheering on the Steelers and Pirates in Pittsburgh and the Eagles and Phillies in Philadelphia just like you. Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing knows there's more to Pennsylvania than the Liberty Bell, and there's more to waterproofing than patching a leak. Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing has dedicated more than 50 years to perfecting the craft of keeping basements dry. Experts on basement waterproofing and foundation Repair. 800 643 2852 for a free inspection and estimate.

"Job was done well, but now its leaking and the company is gone. So much for the Lifetime Warranty. July 20, 2020 -- Chapter 11 Voluntary Petition for a Non-Individual Small Business . Filed by Robert E Chernicoff of Cunningham and Chernicoff PC on behalf of Mid-Atlantic Systems of CPA, Inc.. (Chernicoff, Robert)"

jim g on August 2020

Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing has licensed and bonded waterproofing contractors that are fast, efficient and committed to providing you with the best waterproofing services and products that are designed for your specific needs. We begin with a thorough FREE home evaluation that includes the outside of your home when other waterproofing companies only look at the inside. Each of our certified installers is required to undergo extensive training with the latest waterproofing systems and products. Our waterproofing contractors know Pennsylvania state codes and are familiar with the local weather patterns that can plague your home. We understand every aspect of waterproofing when many other waterproofing companies only use one product or system. We are also in the stands cheering on the Steelers and Pirates in Pittsburgh and the Eagles and Phillies in Philadelphia just like you. Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing knows there's more to Pennsylvania than the Liberty Bell, and there's more to waterproofing than patching a leak. Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing has dedicated more than 50 years to perfecting the craft of keeping basements dry. Experts on basement waterproofing and foundation Repair. 800 643 2852 for a free inspection and estimate.

"Job was done well, but now its leaking and the company is gone. So much for the Lifetime Warranty. July 20, 2020 -- Chapter 11 Voluntary Petition for a Non-Individual Small Business . Filed by Robert E Chernicoff of Cunningham and Chernicoff PC on behalf of Mid-Atlantic Systems of CPA, Inc.. (Chernicoff, Robert)"

jim g on August 2020


Carl J. Massini, P.E.

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Carl J. Massini, P.E.

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1989 years of experience

Residential structural engineering inspections to assess structure condition and damage concerns. Develop and/or review scopes of work for repair. Professional engineer with 32 years experience. Owner operated which allows for reasonable rates. Extensive mine subsidence damage investigation experience.

Residential structural engineering inspections to assess structure condition and damage concerns. Develop and/or review scopes of work for repair. Professional engineer with 32 years experience. Owner operated which allows for reasonable rates. Extensive mine subsidence damage investigation experience.



kieffer construction

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kieffer construction

1.00(
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1989 years of experience

In business twenty five plus years,we offer very fair prices in todays economy,discounts offered for,senior citizens,military,and return clients.All work done in a timely manner.Satisfaction guaranteed.

In business twenty five plus years,we offer very fair prices in todays economy,discounts offered for,senior citizens,military,and return clients.All work done in a timely manner.Satisfaction guaranteed.



SMOLEY ENGINEERS & CONSULTANTS

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SMOLEY ENGINEERS & CONSULTANTS

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1999 years of experience

Multi-faceted planning, engineering and consulting firm, specializing in structural engineering for wood design, masonry, steel & concrete, green design, and wind engineering, serving architects, engineers, contractors, builders, developers, and owners from many business sectors. Practice areas include residential, office, retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in PA, MD, WV, VA, DC, NC, & SC. Member ASCE, SEI, AWC.

Multi-faceted planning, engineering and consulting firm, specializing in structural engineering for wood design, masonry, steel & concrete, green design, and wind engineering, serving architects, engineers, contractors, builders, developers, and owners from many business sectors. Practice areas include residential, office, retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in PA, MD, WV, VA, DC, NC, & SC. Member ASCE, SEI, AWC.



Effective Technical Applications, Inc.

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Effective Technical Applications, Inc.

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1998 years of experience

“ANGIE’S LIST DISCOUNT” – My Angie’s List Clients are given a ten percent (10%) discount on my Fee since Angie’s List does not charge businesses to list their services; therefore, my marketing cost is zero ($0.00) for my Angie’s List Clients. “FINANCING” – Clients are requested to make payment by check with sufficient funds on deposit to cover the check. Should the client be unable to make timely payment then their project is placed on hold until payment is received. The only penalty my Client incurs is loss of schedule, which they control with timely payment. No late fee ($0.00), no interest ($0.00), and no returned check fee ($0.00), is charged. “DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES FINANCING” – The cost of my services (Planning, Design, Engineering, Plans Drafting – CAD, Construction Management, & Inspection) is built into the “Construction Cost”; therefore, my services can be financed over the life of my Client’s mortgage. “EMPLOYEES” – Jonathan A. Snyder is a self-employed Professional Engineer, company of 1 person, who is networked with other qualified designers, engineers, and construction professionals. “PLANS PAYMENT” – Construction Plans are provided on either a “Fixed Fee” or “Not to Exceed Time & Expense” basis, payable in three (3) installments; 1/3 due at “Contract Signing”, 1/3 due at “Planning / Design Review”, 1/3 (or balance) due at “Delivery of Completed Plans”. “DESIGN/BUILD” – “SUB-CONTRACTING” and “PAYMENT”: LABOR – Construction Labor is bid by a minimum of three (3) Sub-contractors; all Bids are reviewed and presented to the Building Owner with recommendation on the “Lowest Qualifying Bid”; the Bid is awarded (Sub-contracted) to the contractor preferred by the Building Owner. MATERIALS – Quotes for all Construction Materials are obtained from a minimum of three (3) suppliers; all Quotes are reviewed and presented to the Building Owner with recommendation on best “Supplier”; Material Purchase Orders are awarded to the supplier preferred by the Building Owner. ENGINEER’S FEE – Engineer’s Fee includes the cost of Planning, Design, Engineering, Plans Drafting (CAD), Construction Management, & Inspection and is provided on a fixed percentage basis of the “Actual Labor & Materials Cost” (“AL&MC”); 1/3 due at contract signing based on the “Estimated Labor & Materials Cost” (“EL&MC”) for the project; the remaining balance is paid at each “Construction Draw” and based on the “AL&MC”. The Engineer’s Fee limit is set at time of contract signing based on the “EL&MC”. The Engineer’s Fee is reduced if the “AL&MC” is less than “EL&MC”; the Engineer’s Fee is not increased if the “AL&MC” is greater than “EL&MC” used at Contract Signing. “CHANGE ORDERS”: MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY OPINION: All “Plans Changes” mandated by the Municipality’s Zoning Officer, Building Code Official, and/or Engineer that are not based on a “Zoning Ordinance, Building Code Ordinance, Land Development Ordinance, Storm Water Management Ordinance, and/or an International Code Council Code (ICC I-Codes) References and are based on the “Reviewing Authority’s Opinion / Preferred Method” are provided on an “Engineering Change Order Basis”. MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY CITED ORDINANCE or STATUTE REFERENCE: All “Plans Changes” mandated by the Municipality’s Zoning Officer, Building Code Official, and/or Engineer that are based on a “Cited Zoning Ordinance, Building Code Ordinance, Land Development Ordinance, Storm Water Management Ordinance, and/or International Code Council Codes (ICC I-Codes) References are provided at no charge to my Client. NO SCOPE CHANGE – All “Plan Changes” within the Contract Scope of Work (i.e. Change a room layout) requested prior to “Final Plans Issue” are provide at no additional charge ($0.00). SCOPE CHANGE – All “Plan Changes” not within the Contract S

“ANGIE’S LIST DISCOUNT” – My Angie’s List Clients are given a ten percent (10%) discount on my Fee since Angie’s List does not charge businesses to list their services; therefore, my marketing cost is zero ($0.00) for my Angie’s List Clients. “FINANCING” – Clients are requested to make payment by check with sufficient funds on deposit to cover the check. Should the client be unable to make timely payment then their project is placed on hold until payment is received. The only penalty my Client incurs is loss of schedule, which they control with timely payment. No late fee ($0.00), no interest ($0.00), and no returned check fee ($0.00), is charged. “DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES FINANCING” – The cost of my services (Planning, Design, Engineering, Plans Drafting – CAD, Construction Management, & Inspection) is built into the “Construction Cost”; therefore, my services can be financed over the life of my Client’s mortgage. “EMPLOYEES” – Jonathan A. Snyder is a self-employed Professional Engineer, company of 1 person, who is networked with other qualified designers, engineers, and construction professionals. “PLANS PAYMENT” – Construction Plans are provided on either a “Fixed Fee” or “Not to Exceed Time & Expense” basis, payable in three (3) installments; 1/3 due at “Contract Signing”, 1/3 due at “Planning / Design Review”, 1/3 (or balance) due at “Delivery of Completed Plans”. “DESIGN/BUILD” – “SUB-CONTRACTING” and “PAYMENT”: LABOR – Construction Labor is bid by a minimum of three (3) Sub-contractors; all Bids are reviewed and presented to the Building Owner with recommendation on the “Lowest Qualifying Bid”; the Bid is awarded (Sub-contracted) to the contractor preferred by the Building Owner. MATERIALS – Quotes for all Construction Materials are obtained from a minimum of three (3) suppliers; all Quotes are reviewed and presented to the Building Owner with recommendation on best “Supplier”; Material Purchase Orders are awarded to the supplier preferred by the Building Owner. ENGINEER’S FEE – Engineer’s Fee includes the cost of Planning, Design, Engineering, Plans Drafting (CAD), Construction Management, & Inspection and is provided on a fixed percentage basis of the “Actual Labor & Materials Cost” (“AL&MC”); 1/3 due at contract signing based on the “Estimated Labor & Materials Cost” (“EL&MC”) for the project; the remaining balance is paid at each “Construction Draw” and based on the “AL&MC”. The Engineer’s Fee limit is set at time of contract signing based on the “EL&MC”. The Engineer’s Fee is reduced if the “AL&MC” is less than “EL&MC”; the Engineer’s Fee is not increased if the “AL&MC” is greater than “EL&MC” used at Contract Signing. “CHANGE ORDERS”: MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY OPINION: All “Plans Changes” mandated by the Municipality’s Zoning Officer, Building Code Official, and/or Engineer that are not based on a “Zoning Ordinance, Building Code Ordinance, Land Development Ordinance, Storm Water Management Ordinance, and/or an International Code Council Code (ICC I-Codes) References and are based on the “Reviewing Authority’s Opinion / Preferred Method” are provided on an “Engineering Change Order Basis”. MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY CITED ORDINANCE or STATUTE REFERENCE: All “Plans Changes” mandated by the Municipality’s Zoning Officer, Building Code Official, and/or Engineer that are based on a “Cited Zoning Ordinance, Building Code Ordinance, Land Development Ordinance, Storm Water Management Ordinance, and/or International Code Council Codes (ICC I-Codes) References are provided at no charge to my Client. NO SCOPE CHANGE – All “Plan Changes” within the Contract Scope of Work (i.e. Change a room layout) requested prior to “Final Plans Issue” are provide at no additional charge ($0.00). SCOPE CHANGE – All “Plan Changes” not within the Contract S

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

Yes, you can build over a stump if the roots are no longer alive. Living roots will continue to grow and may damage your new construction over time. Similarly, you should also remove rotting stumps because they may continue to attract pests and even cause new structures (especially those made from wood) to decompose as well.

Structural engineers can perform various inspections on different structures in your home. These inspections usually include a report detailing the engineer’s findings and recommendations for repairs so you can determine your next course of action for repairs, replacements, or new builds. Some of the most common structural engineering reports include:

  • Full home inspection: $350–$1,000

  • Foundation: $300–$800

  • Load-bearing walls: $300–$1,000

  • Roof: $150–$600

  • Chimney: $200–$500

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

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