Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Kent Clayberg proudly, patiently explained Foundation Recovery Systems services available and quality products they use at affordable pricing. Answer to a prayer. I need sump pump drainage line repaired, sidewalk raised, etc. Peace of mind is a phone call away."
+16
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Edgar and his crew did a wonderful job! We will definitely hire them if we have other projects."
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Have used this company twice and would highly recommend. First time they leveled a patio that had sloped towards the house which was causing water problems. That job was done above and beyond expectations. Second time they raised the front walk from the driveway to the front porch with excellent results. Absolutely no mess with incredible results. Very willing to work with you."
+14
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Highly recommend this company if you need any basement waterproofing done, Very efficient and polite! They came out early morning and stayed to finish project till 8:30 pm; also never took any lunch or breaks! 125% satisfied"
+41
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
I pour concrete for Portzen construction looking to help out anybody who might need work done
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did a great job and were friendly, and knew exactly what to do to fix my closet doors."
+6
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 1978
Credit card accepted
"Great! They arrived early in the day, got the window installed in one day."
+2
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
"Javier at TN Construction was amazing! As project manager (and worker) he was thorough, professional, knowledgeable, and a great guy to work with. He listened carefully to my questions and proposals for what we wanted done, then followed through precisely. He was quick to respond to texts. And, most shockingly of all in my experience with contractors, his crew was at our house, prepared, with everything they needed, exactly when he said they would be! They went the extra mile to please us and they certainly did! I feel confident that Javier and his crew would go that extra mile for all their clients."
+6
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Corey completed 2 separate jobs for me recently. Both times, the communication was great as well as the work (Concrete Driveway and Concrete Pad for a shed). Always on time and courteous to needs etc. Pleasant experience with above quality completion. I wouldnâ t hesitate to recommend others."
Serving Charlotte, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They did an excellent job installing our patio. They always called before coming over and responded quickly when contacted. Easy to work with. Definitely give them a call for your concrete work."
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