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JES Foundation Repair

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JES Foundation Repair

4.25(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
27 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)

"Work: Sinking pier below joist; stop by installation of two IntelliJack Impressed with the professionalism and personal rapport of crew Seth H., Noah S. and Timothy W. Scope and steps of the job fully explained, finished work reviewed, crawl space left clean. JES sets a high standard and the crew did not disappoint. Thanks, guys."

Rick B 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)

"Work: Sinking pier below joist; stop by installation of two IntelliJack Impressed with the professionalism and personal rapport of crew Seth H., Noah S. and Timothy W. Scope and steps of the job fully explained, finished work reviewed, crawl space left clean. JES sets a high standard and the crew did not disappoint. Thanks, guys."

Rick B on October 2025


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Stable Structures

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Stable Structures

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3 years of experience

Stable Structures, PLC is a local Structural Engineering firm managed and operated by Registered Professional Engineers with over 20 years of combined experience. We provide residential and light commercial structural engineering services, from inspections to design. We host a team of engineers, real estate professionals and general contractors to meet the needs of homeowners, investors, and builders in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Stable Structures, PLC is a local Structural Engineering firm managed and operated by Registered Professional Engineers with over 20 years of combined experience. We provide residential and light commercial structural engineering services, from inspections to design. We host a team of engineers, real estate professionals and general contractors to meet the needs of homeowners, investors, and builders in the Commonwealth of Virginia.


Expert House Movers

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Expert House Movers

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

At Expert House Movers we specialize in Structural Home Elevation, Structural Moving, Foundation Repair including Push Piers/Piles and Shoring! We also are leaders in Flood Mitigation and Flood Prevention. Whether your project is big or small, let the Expert's help!

"They were wonderful. They did a great job. The knew what they're doing. They were smart and efficient."

Lucy C on August 2020

At Expert House Movers we specialize in Structural Home Elevation, Structural Moving, Foundation Repair including Push Piers/Piles and Shoring! We also are leaders in Flood Mitigation and Flood Prevention. Whether your project is big or small, let the Expert's help!

"They were wonderful. They did a great job. The knew what they're doing. They were smart and efficient."

Lucy C on August 2020


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Honor Builders, LLC

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Honor Builders, LLC

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Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Honor Builders is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business. We provide structural engineering solutions for residential and commercial engineering challenges. All structural engineering services are led by an experienced, licensed structural engineer and reviewed by a professional engineer with over 30-years experience in the field. Our specialty is home renovations and new construction - we do not typically do foundation repairs. We offer our structural engineering services throughout the state of Virginia. We also provide radon services, but only in and around the Norfolk area. Our fees for structural engineering consulting begin at $300, and increase based on the complexity and size of the project, as well as the requirements of the local building department. There are additional fees if the building department requires a PE Seal or CAD Drawings. Much of our structural work is done remotely. We will guide you through all necessary steps to gather information including taking photos, videos, dimensions, and in some cases live video calls. In-person visits are rarely necessary but are possible in and around the Norfolk area. If your project is one we believe we can help with, we will typically respond within a few days.

"Inspected and produced a professional report "

Vincent S on October 2025

Honor Builders is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business. We provide structural engineering solutions for residential and commercial engineering challenges. All structural engineering services are led by an experienced, licensed structural engineer and reviewed by a professional engineer with over 30-years experience in the field. Our specialty is home renovations and new construction - we do not typically do foundation repairs. We offer our structural engineering services throughout the state of Virginia. We also provide radon services, but only in and around the Norfolk area. Our fees for structural engineering consulting begin at $300, and increase based on the complexity and size of the project, as well as the requirements of the local building department. There are additional fees if the building department requires a PE Seal or CAD Drawings. Much of our structural work is done remotely. We will guide you through all necessary steps to gather information including taking photos, videos, dimensions, and in some cases live video calls. In-person visits are rarely necessary but are possible in and around the Norfolk area. If your project is one we believe we can help with, we will typically respond within a few days.

"Inspected and produced a professional report "

Vincent S on October 2025


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Rinker Design Associates, P.C.

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Rinker Design Associates, P.C.

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43 years of experience

Transportation/Utility Design, Traffic, Land Development and Planning, Surveying, Right-of-way Acquisition, Environmental, Construction Engineering and Inspection, Structural, Litigation Support

Transportation/Utility Design, Traffic, Land Development and Planning, Surveying, Right-of-way Acquisition, Environmental, Construction Engineering and Inspection, Structural, Litigation Support


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Beneath Crawl Space Services-Mark Brown

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Beneath Crawl Space Services-Mark Brown

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

Beneath is a leader in crawl space services and moisture control. Family owned & operated, our founder Mark Brown has over 15 years experience in the crawl space industry. We offer free home inspections and free termite and moisture letters. Let us help you with your structural repairs, moisture management, termite treatments, insulation, and more! List of Services: Structural Damage Repairs, Moisture Management, Insulation, Sand, Termite Treatments, Fungus Treatments, Crawl Space Doors, Crawl Space Vents and much more!

"They did exactly what we wanted and they did it well. They were on-time and professional. We have more work and will definitely hire them again!"

Q F on June 2020

Beneath is a leader in crawl space services and moisture control. Family owned & operated, our founder Mark Brown has over 15 years experience in the crawl space industry. We offer free home inspections and free termite and moisture letters. Let us help you with your structural repairs, moisture management, termite treatments, insulation, and more! List of Services: Structural Damage Repairs, Moisture Management, Insulation, Sand, Termite Treatments, Fungus Treatments, Crawl Space Doors, Crawl Space Vents and much more!

"They did exactly what we wanted and they did it well. They were on-time and professional. We have more work and will definitely hire them again!"

Q F on June 2020


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Axis Global Enterprises

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Axis Global Enterprises

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30 years of experience

Axis Global Enterprises provides full-service General Contracting (Design/Build, Design/Bid/Build, Tenant Buildout, Renovation, etc) and Security Technology services (Access Control, CCTV, Monitoring, Fire and Life Safety, Active Shooter Detection systems, Perimeter & Checkpoint security, etc) to Commercial, Government and VIP Residential customers in Virginia, North Carolina and beyond.

Axis Global Enterprises provides full-service General Contracting (Design/Build, Design/Bid/Build, Tenant Buildout, Renovation, etc) and Security Technology services (Access Control, CCTV, Monitoring, Fire and Life Safety, Active Shooter Detection systems, Perimeter & Checkpoint security, etc) to Commercial, Government and VIP Residential customers in Virginia, North Carolina and beyond.


HUBZone HQ

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HUBZone HQ

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13 years of experience

Contact us at (757) 298-7686 in Virginia Beach, VA, to work with the most trusted HUBZone firm and government contractor specializing in engineering and consulting.

Contact us at (757) 298-7686 in Virginia Beach, VA, to work with the most trusted HUBZone firm and government contractor specializing in engineering and consulting.


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API Technical Services

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API Technical Services

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17 years of experience

API Services has been in business since 2008. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we are a qualified and insured service contractor specializing in dimensional measurement and high-value metrology solutions. API Services also provides equipment rental, tracker and software training, onsite tracker calibrations, machine tool inspections and customized maintenance and support services

API Services has been in business since 2008. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we are a qualified and insured service contractor specializing in dimensional measurement and high-value metrology solutions. API Services also provides equipment rental, tracker and software training, onsite tracker calibrations, machine tool inspections and customized maintenance and support services


Small Potatoes Structural Engineering

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Small Potatoes Structural Engineering

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19 years of experience

With 30+ years of experience amongst our employees, we can deliver satisfaction to our clients that most larger firms can't.

"Did not go well at all they told us they would have us what we needed in two weeks it was seven weeks before we received our papers so we could get the permit and every time I would call they would say oh I’m working on it now or I’ll bring it to you tomorrow or did you know there was Covid out there they were really rude nasty people who took way too long to get their job done so that we could move on with our project that we were doing at our house if you need an engineer don’t hire them"

Tracy B on March 2021

With 30+ years of experience amongst our employees, we can deliver satisfaction to our clients that most larger firms can't.

"Did not go well at all they told us they would have us what we needed in two weeks it was seven weeks before we received our papers so we could get the permit and every time I would call they would say oh I’m working on it now or I’ll bring it to you tomorrow or did you know there was Covid out there they were really rude nasty people who took way too long to get their job done so that we could move on with our project that we were doing at our house if you need an engineer don’t hire them"

Tracy B on March 2021

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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.

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

Because of their composite structure, cutting or drilling LVL beams can compromise their integrity. We strongly advise contacting a general contractor or structural engineer before making any alterations to LVL beams. Professionals can also answer questions about choosing between a pier and beam versus slab foundation when designing your project.

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