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Phelps Construction
4.8(
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I found Mr. Phelps very easy to communicate with and explain the work to be performed. His pricing was fair and the work done was very well done. Additionally, my wife who was present when the work was performed since I was out of town was very comfortable with Mr. Phelps and his helper. Both were very professional and did a thorough clean up upon completion. The best thing I can say is my wife is very happy with the completed work. I will definitely call on him again."
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Evolution Drafting
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
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Jeffrey Lees Architect
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeffrey made this process an exceptional experience for my family. He helped us in bringing our designs to life. He is very detailed and experienced."
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Ascended Constructions
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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First Quality Contracting LLC
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"Geoff came and helped us figure out the simplest way to accomplish our goals; we essentially ended up turning our family room over the garage into a second master suite with a walk-in closet and bathroom. Price was reasonable, Geoff did most of the work himself, and he was THE MOST RELIABLE contractor we have used so far in terms of being there when he said he would be; he also came in slightly under his estimate in terms of cost. He got the permit and inspections done as well, never one hiccup."
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Steves Construction
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

"It went quite smoothly. They were friendly and answered the questions we had before the project started.The project was started early and only took 2 days, instead of 4. We are very happy with the service we received and would highly recommend this company. Thank you so much!!"
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Foundation Repair Project

+47

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

No, squeaky floors do not always mean there is structural damage. The noise is often caused by friction from issues like loose floorboards, gaps between the subfloor and joists, or loose subflooring. While many squeaks are harmless, persistent or worsening noise could indicate a more severe problem. If you notice other signs of structural damage—such as soft or sagging floors, cracks running from the wall to the ceiling, or horizontal cracks in your foundation—it's best to have a professional inspect your floor to determine the root cause.

Absolutely, as it ensures designs are viable and won’t compromise structural integrity.

First, most contractors will have a structural engineer create a report and plan for your project to ensure it’s safe to cut into the load-bearing wall. The contractor will then excavate around the wall, if necessary, measure the opening—allowing for additional space to fit and level the door, and then cut the doorway out. They will likely install a steel lintel as a header over the door for support. Once the doorway is cut out, they’ll demolish the concrete using sledge hammers and masonry chisels, clean up the surrounding concrete, and seal around the door with masonry mortar. 

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.

While concrete walls do not need to "breathe" in the traditional sense of the word, they do require waterproofing and dehumidifying methods, particularly in basements below the water table. Concrete both contains moisture from its initial installation and can absorb water when exposed. Ensuring proper basement ventilation , installing a vapor barrier, and controlling water exposure are all important tasks.

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