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"Very, very disappointing experience; Lux replaced the foundation of my 1850 log cabin. The design was bad, the communication was bad, the execution was bad. Throughout the entire process, they were making mistakes. I now need to pay another company to fix the mess they left behind. I would strongly suggest not using this company!"

Don H on August 2024

LUX Foundation Solutions is a fully licensed and insured foundation repair, waterproofing, crawlspace repair and masonry service contractor. Providing services to a large part of central and Northern Virginia. With Combine Experience of over 25 years!

"Very, very disappointing experience; Lux replaced the foundation of my 1850 log cabin. The design was bad, the communication was bad, the execution was bad. Throughout the entire process, they were making mistakes. I now need to pay another company to fix the mess they left behind. I would strongly suggest not using this company!"

Don H on August 2024


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JES Foundation Repair

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JES Foundation Repair

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Customers say: Quality work
35 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

Established in 1993, JES stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, 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 the state of Virginia and Maryland, we bring our local expertise closer to you. JES 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 JES, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! 410516000653 (DC) | 50637 (MD) | WV027473 (WV)

"JES was very professional and easy to work with from the beginning to the end of our basement project. Eric was very knowledgeable, and exceedingly helpful in answering our questions and making us feel comfortable with the choices we made. The crew that did the work were quick, clean, and extremely efficient. We were very happy with everything they did!"

Andrea M on October 2025

Established in 1993, JES stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, 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 the state of Virginia and Maryland, we bring our local expertise closer to you. JES 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 JES, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! 410516000653 (DC) | 50637 (MD) | WV027473 (WV)

"JES was very professional and easy to work with from the beginning to the end of our basement project. Eric was very knowledgeable, and exceedingly helpful in answering our questions and making us feel comfortable with the choices we made. The crew that did the work were quick, clean, and extremely efficient. We were very happy with everything they did!"

Andrea M on October 2025


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Exterior Waterproofing Experts

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

Exterior Waterproofing Experts is a Class A General Contractor in the state of Virginia since 1997. Our service protects your home against wet basements, water leaks, flooding, water seepage, foundation leaking, and wall seepage. We have been doing subcontract grading and drainage work for many years. We have completed many waterproofing contracts for residents of Fairfax County, including: Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, McLean, Great Falls, Potomac, and Vienna, Virginia (VA). We are now offering to work directly for clients, passing the savings on to the homeowners. It is our belief that water problems are best solved from the outside before water gets into your home.

"My basement had mold and evidence of water damage in July/August, and I was referred to Exterior Waterproofing Experts. The majority of the mold was on the side of my house, but the salesperson made a strong pitch about the need to waterproof the front of my home by digging up the garden down to the foundation. My wife was largely convinced, so we went ahead with the $8000 project. Six months later, the insulation behind the waterproofed front of the house is sopping wet. When the salesperson came back to my home to take a look, his explanation was that the water probably came up through the floor. His words were along the lines of "99% of the time the water comes up through the front." At this point, I feel like I have an expensive solution to a problem I didn't really have."

Ben W on March 2021

Exterior Waterproofing Experts is a Class A General Contractor in the state of Virginia since 1997. Our service protects your home against wet basements, water leaks, flooding, water seepage, foundation leaking, and wall seepage. We have been doing subcontract grading and drainage work for many years. We have completed many waterproofing contracts for residents of Fairfax County, including: Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, McLean, Great Falls, Potomac, and Vienna, Virginia (VA). We are now offering to work directly for clients, passing the savings on to the homeowners. It is our belief that water problems are best solved from the outside before water gets into your home.

"My basement had mold and evidence of water damage in July/August, and I was referred to Exterior Waterproofing Experts. The majority of the mold was on the side of my house, but the salesperson made a strong pitch about the need to waterproof the front of my home by digging up the garden down to the foundation. My wife was largely convinced, so we went ahead with the $8000 project. Six months later, the insulation behind the waterproofed front of the house is sopping wet. When the salesperson came back to my home to take a look, his explanation was that the water probably came up through the floor. His words were along the lines of "99% of the time the water comes up through the front." At this point, I feel like I have an expensive solution to a problem I didn't really have."

Ben W on March 2021


Kamran Ohi P E

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Kamran Ohi P E

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 local quotes requested

Small business, self employed, use subcontractors that I can trust, minimum consultation and visit fee $295. That includes, site visit, inspection, and a verbal on site report and follow up with contractors as needed . The fee for site visit and inspection is a flat fee, basically it is the charge to drive to your location and provide a verbal report. This fee does not include a written formal report. A written report is approximately an additional $300. I work evenings and weekends as needed, structural, architectural and mechanical design, inspections and reports, fronsic, expert witness. Please contact by phone or email: [email protected]. I will be on Vacation from July 9th till July 25th

"Kamran was easy to coordinate with and schedule the inspection. He was prompt and thorough with his review. His write-up was completed in a couple of days without any follow-up being required."

Andrew C on May 2025

Small business, self employed, use subcontractors that I can trust, minimum consultation and visit fee $295. That includes, site visit, inspection, and a verbal on site report and follow up with contractors as needed . The fee for site visit and inspection is a flat fee, basically it is the charge to drive to your location and provide a verbal report. This fee does not include a written formal report. A written report is approximately an additional $300. I work evenings and weekends as needed, structural, architectural and mechanical design, inspections and reports, fronsic, expert witness. Please contact by phone or email: [email protected]. I will be on Vacation from July 9th till July 25th

"Kamran was easy to coordinate with and schedule the inspection. He was prompt and thorough with his review. His write-up was completed in a couple of days without any follow-up being required."

Andrew C on May 2025


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ISMonitoring LLC

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ISMonitoring LLC

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20 years of experience

ISMonitoring LLC has a deep background in structural engineering including analytical, numerical, and experimental methods. Our interests and experiences include structural design and analysis, steel design, reinforced concrete design, wooden structures, structural rehabilitation, condition assessment, and nondestructive evaluation.

ISMonitoring LLC has a deep background in structural engineering including analytical, numerical, and experimental methods. Our interests and experiences include structural design and analysis, steel design, reinforced concrete design, wooden structures, structural rehabilitation, condition assessment, and nondestructive evaluation.



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PermitCare LLC

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PermitCare LLC

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PermitCare provides full range of permit expediting services for all types of Building and Construction around DMV areas. Our team can process your online permit (ePermit) application in other USA Jurisdictions without physical contact. Our permit expediters team consists of licensed architects, and professional engineers who are experienced to work with city/county approval authorities to quickly get your permits approved.

PermitCare provides full range of permit expediting services for all types of Building and Construction around DMV areas. Our team can process your online permit (ePermit) application in other USA Jurisdictions without physical contact. Our permit expediters team consists of licensed architects, and professional engineers who are experienced to work with city/county approval authorities to quickly get your permits approved.


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P&R Property Solutions, LLC

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P&R Property Solutions, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

An Engineer owned & led Class A Construction Company *Foundation Repairs - We repair foundations that have cracked, been damaged by water or settled poorly. *Structural Modifications & Repairs - We reinforce the structural integrity of buildings and rearrange structures like basements, sled or foundation walls. *Residential Construction & Remodeling - New home construction, home expansion and remodeling.

"Fantastic engineering, superb work with outstanding finished product. HIGHLY RECOMMEND P&R Solutions"

Stephen M on March 2024

An Engineer owned & led Class A Construction Company *Foundation Repairs - We repair foundations that have cracked, been damaged by water or settled poorly. *Structural Modifications & Repairs - We reinforce the structural integrity of buildings and rearrange structures like basements, sled or foundation walls. *Residential Construction & Remodeling - New home construction, home expansion and remodeling.

"Fantastic engineering, superb work with outstanding finished product. HIGHLY RECOMMEND P&R Solutions"

Stephen M on March 2024


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Lopez Architecture

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Lopez Architecture

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4 years of experience

Free Phone calls | $100 per home visit. Pablo Lopez is a licensed architect here in Springfield, VA who has a full time job as an architect. During my free time, I give architecture advice to homeowners who are looking to do any kind of renovations in their Northerm Virginia home. Bathrooms, kitchens, basements, living areas, small/large areas, corners, open concepts, furniture and landscaping. I help homeowners bring up the best of their homes with the least amount of investment. I understand the dificulties of overtaking renovations. Not only the economical burden but also the amount of time and energy required. I really want to help you make the most out of your budget and resources. So you can improve your home without breaking the bank. Together, we will look for all the options and will help you find the most cost-effective project that is right for you. I will also help you find the contractors in your area that will get the job done for you, in the time and money that works best for you. Please, call me for a free consultation. I am looking forward to hearing from you.

Free Phone calls | $100 per home visit. Pablo Lopez is a licensed architect here in Springfield, VA who has a full time job as an architect. During my free time, I give architecture advice to homeowners who are looking to do any kind of renovations in their Northerm Virginia home. Bathrooms, kitchens, basements, living areas, small/large areas, corners, open concepts, furniture and landscaping. I help homeowners bring up the best of their homes with the least amount of investment. I understand the dificulties of overtaking renovations. Not only the economical burden but also the amount of time and energy required. I really want to help you make the most out of your budget and resources. So you can improve your home without breaking the bank. Together, we will look for all the options and will help you find the most cost-effective project that is right for you. I will also help you find the contractors in your area that will get the job done for you, in the time and money that works best for you. Please, call me for a free consultation. I am looking forward to hearing from you.


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DFC home improvement

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DFC home improvement

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Customers say: Quality work
24 years of experience

We are a Christian owned, residential builders and home improvement company. We believe serving you and your family is our first priority. There is no job to small or large for our our dedicated team. Message us today for a free estimate! We offer a design service with 3d realistic design renders for your projects to visualize the outcome. Ask us about our budget kitchen and bathroom. We can design your space based on your budget, while focusing on achieving your desired look. Financing and monthly payments available.

"Overall the quality of work turned out nice. However, the experience with DFC Home Improvement was not exceptional. The administration process was messy to say the least. This ranged from permits being disapproved due to submitting incorrect blueprints to the county and long winded conversations with the owner Brian. A word of advice is to screenshot and save all quotes DFC Home Improvements sends out, as I believe they are modified and update previous versions on their site. Ultimately, we were happy with the quality of work. The project was completed in six weeks, when expected to finish in five. The total cost was $45,950 when the quote was for $38,750 about 18.5% over estimate. I have other projects that I wanted to complete in the future, but I think I will find another contractor for those."

Tom B on May 2024

We are a Christian owned, residential builders and home improvement company. We believe serving you and your family is our first priority. There is no job to small or large for our our dedicated team. Message us today for a free estimate! We offer a design service with 3d realistic design renders for your projects to visualize the outcome. Ask us about our budget kitchen and bathroom. We can design your space based on your budget, while focusing on achieving your desired look. Financing and monthly payments available.

"Overall the quality of work turned out nice. However, the experience with DFC Home Improvement was not exceptional. The administration process was messy to say the least. This ranged from permits being disapproved due to submitting incorrect blueprints to the county and long winded conversations with the owner Brian. A word of advice is to screenshot and save all quotes DFC Home Improvements sends out, as I believe they are modified and update previous versions on their site. Ultimately, we were happy with the quality of work. The project was completed in six weeks, when expected to finish in five. The total cost was $45,950 when the quote was for $38,750 about 18.5% over estimate. I have other projects that I wanted to complete in the future, but I think I will find another contractor for those."

Tom B on May 2024

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.

Dormers must be able to bear the load of their own construction and the added window. The style of the dormer, however, will determine where the weight loads onto your home's structure. A gable dormer bears the weight on the side walls whereas a shed dormer bears it on the front walls.

Indications include cracks in walls, uneven floors, and sticking doors or windows that suggest foundation movements.

Structural engineers typically conduct inspections during a home sale or renovation, looking for signs of structural damage in various structures throughout the building, such as load-bearing walls, joists, beams, roofing trusses, foundations, and chimneys. Some of the warning signs that structural engineers check for include:

  • Dry rot

  • Infestation

  • Shifting or cracking foundations

  • Erosion

  • Water damage

  • Sagging, shifting, or damaged walls, ceilings, or roofing support

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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