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RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
In 2005, Steven and Kelly Egloff founded Bay Area Underpinning with the goal of providing a cost-effective, engineered solution to foundation settlement problems with an emphasis on educating customers. In 2023, BAU partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider, to offer the best products in the industry and provide elite business management resources to their employees. BAU will now operate under the Groundworks name, while continuing to improve the customer experience and provide expertise and guidance from San Jose to Sacramento. Schedule your FREE inspection today!
"went horrible 2 week job took 7 months"
Cat D on April 2025
In 2005, Steven and Kelly Egloff founded Bay Area Underpinning with the goal of providing a cost-effective, engineered solution to foundation settlement problems with an emphasis on educating customers. In 2023, BAU partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider, to offer the best products in the industry and provide elite business management resources to their employees. BAU will now operate under the Groundworks name, while continuing to improve the customer experience and provide expertise and guidance from San Jose to Sacramento. Schedule your FREE inspection today!
"went horrible 2 week job took 7 months"
Cat D on April 2025
Geico Builders specializes in meeting your expectations before, during, and after the project is complete. Our most upstanding quality is our accountability--you can expect us to own the work we complete for your home. Of course, we know accountability means nothing without proof, which is why we are happy to offer a 2-year workmanship warranty to all of our clients. This is a rare quality for this industry, but we wanted to prove to you that we stand by our craftsmanship through our home remodeling construction services. Every Crew at Geico Builders has been professionally trained and will treat your home with integrity and respect.
"GEICO did a really terrific job. Everyone very professional. Specifically, project manager, Brian, did a great job from start to finish. He was always available and answered all my questions, and is highly detailed oriented. Would highly recommend GEICO in future."
tyler m on July 2025
Geico Builders specializes in meeting your expectations before, during, and after the project is complete. Our most upstanding quality is our accountability--you can expect us to own the work we complete for your home. Of course, we know accountability means nothing without proof, which is why we are happy to offer a 2-year workmanship warranty to all of our clients. This is a rare quality for this industry, but we wanted to prove to you that we stand by our craftsmanship through our home remodeling construction services. Every Crew at Geico Builders has been professionally trained and will treat your home with integrity and respect.
"GEICO did a really terrific job. Everyone very professional. Specifically, project manager, Brian, did a great job from start to finish. He was always available and answered all my questions, and is highly detailed oriented. Would highly recommend GEICO in future."
tyler m on July 2025
Welcome to MJ Prime Builders, your premier destination for exceptional landscape construction services. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for transforming outdoor spaces, we're dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Our mission is simple: to elevate outdoor living through quality craftsmanship and unwavering professionalism. Guided by our core values Inspirational, Aligned, Transparent, and Accountable we deliver results that speak for themselves. Join us in redefining outdoor spaces and creating landscapes that inspire. Experience the MJ Prime Builders difference today.
"Javier and his crew were superb. On time, quick, proficient, pleasant, and left the three finished projects looking clean, wonderful, and safe."
Anne C on July 2025
Welcome to MJ Prime Builders, your premier destination for exceptional landscape construction services. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for transforming outdoor spaces, we're dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Our mission is simple: to elevate outdoor living through quality craftsmanship and unwavering professionalism. Guided by our core values Inspirational, Aligned, Transparent, and Accountable we deliver results that speak for themselves. Join us in redefining outdoor spaces and creating landscapes that inspire. Experience the MJ Prime Builders difference today.
"Javier and his crew were superb. On time, quick, proficient, pleasant, and left the three finished projects looking clean, wonderful, and safe."
Anne C on July 2025
We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. Family owned business with over 10 years of experience.
"When you need your project completed on time and within budget, I recommend Arciga Gardening. The Arciga Team have completed multiple projects for me and my neighbors, and everyone is happy with the professional high quality service."
Finn p on January 2024
We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. Family owned business with over 10 years of experience.
"When you need your project completed on time and within budget, I recommend Arciga Gardening. The Arciga Team have completed multiple projects for me and my neighbors, and everyone is happy with the professional high quality service."
Finn p on January 2024
Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care offers Design, Installation, and Maintenance services with over 30 years of experience. We are extremely knowledgeable in our industry and are very customer service oriented. Working with the top nursery’s in the Bay area, allows us to have the best plant selection available. We look forward to consulting with you on your projects now and in the future!
"We enjoyed working with Welcome Home! We had a couple needs, one of which was open-ended and Ken was so helpful and informative, helping us figure out the best way to make the project happen. He and his team addressed the bamboo issue in our yard, removed dead plants, fixed our irrigation, and gave us lots of useful tips. We would definitely work with them again!"
Amy C on August 2024
Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care offers Design, Installation, and Maintenance services with over 30 years of experience. We are extremely knowledgeable in our industry and are very customer service oriented. Working with the top nursery’s in the Bay area, allows us to have the best plant selection available. We look forward to consulting with you on your projects now and in the future!
"We enjoyed working with Welcome Home! We had a couple needs, one of which was open-ended and Ken was so helpful and informative, helping us figure out the best way to make the project happen. He and his team addressed the bamboo issue in our yard, removed dead plants, fixed our irrigation, and gave us lots of useful tips. We would definitely work with them again!"
Amy C on August 2024
C.A Landscaping: Transforming Your Outdoor Space in the San Francisco Bay Area. From excavation to design, our expert team specializes in creating stunning landscapes that enhance your home. Contact us today for a beautiful outdoor oasis.
"Carlos did a fantastic job! He is very knowledgable and can do any landscaping project that you have in mind. Also, he'll give you suggestions about what he thinks might make the job look even better. I took all of his advice and the project turned out beautifully. I highly recommend him for any landscaping project."
Jeanette D on October 2022
C.A Landscaping: Transforming Your Outdoor Space in the San Francisco Bay Area. From excavation to design, our expert team specializes in creating stunning landscapes that enhance your home. Contact us today for a beautiful outdoor oasis.
"Carlos did a fantastic job! He is very knowledgable and can do any landscaping project that you have in mind. Also, he'll give you suggestions about what he thinks might make the job look even better. I took all of his advice and the project turned out beautifully. I highly recommend him for any landscaping project."
Jeanette D on October 2022
Galvan and son concrete .inc is a family owned business. We have been in business for over 33 years. The owner Isaias Sr. (ike) has over 40 years of experience working with concrete. His business along with his employees do what they do best; making peoples homes look beautiful! This company is a licensed company and has insurance. No job is too big or too small. We do pool decks, drive ways, walkways, patios, coping around the pool, retaining walls with rock, travertine, or stucco, concrete steps with or without rock/travertine. We specialize in exposed aggregate concrete (pebbles on the concrete). Types of concrete we can do are broom finish, color, sand wash finish, stamped, exposed aggregate and base concrete with cut stone or travertine on top. We also do concrete demolition, grading and dirt removal. Among those things we also do paver's, fire pits and use bricks in our work, along with repairs and footings that we do as well. We take pride in our work and do a great clean up during and after the work is done.
"These guys were great from start to finish. Everything they said would happen was done to perfection. The finished project looks great, and myself and my family are happy. If I have a family member, friend, or neighbor looking for concrete work I would strongly recommend Galvan and Son Concrete."
Andy O on September 2024
Galvan and son concrete .inc is a family owned business. We have been in business for over 33 years. The owner Isaias Sr. (ike) has over 40 years of experience working with concrete. His business along with his employees do what they do best; making peoples homes look beautiful! This company is a licensed company and has insurance. No job is too big or too small. We do pool decks, drive ways, walkways, patios, coping around the pool, retaining walls with rock, travertine, or stucco, concrete steps with or without rock/travertine. We specialize in exposed aggregate concrete (pebbles on the concrete). Types of concrete we can do are broom finish, color, sand wash finish, stamped, exposed aggregate and base concrete with cut stone or travertine on top. We also do concrete demolition, grading and dirt removal. Among those things we also do paver's, fire pits and use bricks in our work, along with repairs and footings that we do as well. We take pride in our work and do a great clean up during and after the work is done.
"These guys were great from start to finish. Everything they said would happen was done to perfection. The finished project looks great, and myself and my family are happy. If I have a family member, friend, or neighbor looking for concrete work I would strongly recommend Galvan and Son Concrete."
Andy O on September 2024
We are General & Concrete Contractor based in Oakland, California and serving the Bay Area. Our team specialized in concrete work from driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls to foundations and more… Our goal is to make sure each project runs smoothly, stays on track and deliver quality work on time, every time. With our strong background in construction and keen eyes for details, we earned our reputation for reliability and integrity in the construction industry.
"The process was great. We were greeted with a happy and courteous sales representative for an estimated scope of work. Suggestions to save money and time were greatly appreciated and quality work received…. Our neighbors also hired the crew and we are all very happy with the quick, efficiency and reliable service from a very considerate and respectful crew. I would recommend highly."
Julie L on November 2024
We are General & Concrete Contractor based in Oakland, California and serving the Bay Area. Our team specialized in concrete work from driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls to foundations and more… Our goal is to make sure each project runs smoothly, stays on track and deliver quality work on time, every time. With our strong background in construction and keen eyes for details, we earned our reputation for reliability and integrity in the construction industry.
"The process was great. We were greeted with a happy and courteous sales representative for an estimated scope of work. Suggestions to save money and time were greatly appreciated and quality work received…. Our neighbors also hired the crew and we are all very happy with the quick, efficiency and reliable service from a very considerate and respectful crew. I would recommend highly."
Julie L on November 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services, tree service, house painting inside and outside, replace old to new concrete, hauling the dump, sprinkler system, installation new or repair fence, new or repair deck and retainer wall (brick, cement, wood or rock). We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services, tree service, house painting inside and outside, replace old to new concrete, hauling the dump, sprinkler system, installation new or repair fence, new or repair deck and retainer wall (brick, cement, wood or rock). We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Alameda, CA
Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.
Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.
A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.
Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.
Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.
Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.
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