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Avatar for LRE Foundation Repair, LLC

LRE Foundation Repair, LLC

1115 S Main St
4.54(
61
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LRE Foundation Repair, LLC

1115 S Main St
4.54(
61
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
341 local quotes requested

LRE Foundation Repair has been Florida’s trusted foundation and concrete repair expert since 1989, with over 26,000 projects completed. We repair settling foundations, lift and level concrete, and repair and encapsulate crawl spaces. We also handle deep foundation solutions and soil stabilization. With over 35 years of experience, we offer free inspections, lifetime transferable warranties, and a satisfaction guarantee—so you can feel confident your home or property is protected.

"The company charged $4000 for a pop-up drainage system to prevent flooding in my stand-alone backyard office. When heavy rain came, it was apparent that the system in place was not working, and despite multiple emails, no one responded for six months. When they did, they sent workers out to do the same job that was already done. They also told me that the system in place would not work and should never have been placed and in the end, recommended I hire an irrigation company, stating that they are not an irrigation company and, when asked about a partial refund since the system placed did not work, they refused. In short, I cannot recommend this company. Poor work, poor customer service."

DONALD K on July 2024

LRE Foundation Repair has been Florida’s trusted foundation and concrete repair expert since 1989, with over 26,000 projects completed. We repair settling foundations, lift and level concrete, and repair and encapsulate crawl spaces. We also handle deep foundation solutions and soil stabilization. With over 35 years of experience, we offer free inspections, lifetime transferable warranties, and a satisfaction guarantee—so you can feel confident your home or property is protected.

"The company charged $4000 for a pop-up drainage system to prevent flooding in my stand-alone backyard office. When heavy rain came, it was apparent that the system in place was not working, and despite multiple emails, no one responded for six months. When they did, they sent workers out to do the same job that was already done. They also told me that the system in place would not work and should never have been placed and in the end, recommended I hire an irrigation company, stating that they are not an irrigation company and, when asked about a partial refund since the system placed did not work, they refused. In short, I cannot recommend this company. Poor work, poor customer service."

DONALD K on July 2024

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Alpha Foundations

55 Industrial Loop N
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro

Alpha Foundations

55 Industrial Loop N
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

Established in 2002, Alpha Foundations stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across the entire state of Florida & South Georgia, we bring our expertise closer to you. Alpha Foundations 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 Alpha Foundations, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! CBC1257350 (FL)

"Jake Smith and Matt Graham were awesome."

John W on September 2024

Established in 2002, Alpha Foundations stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across the entire state of Florida & South Georgia, we bring our expertise closer to you. Alpha Foundations 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 Alpha Foundations, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! CBC1257350 (FL)

"Jake Smith and Matt Graham were awesome."

John W on September 2024

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Athen’s Landscaping LLC

15550 U.S. HWY 441
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

Athen’s Landscaping LLC

15550 U.S. HWY 441
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

20+ years of experience! Because we work to make your gardens a paradise, we are disciplined in our goals and objectives and we always love to see the smile of our clients when they finish their work.

"Great. The Job was completed as desired."

Randy K on September 2025

20+ years of experience! Because we work to make your gardens a paradise, we are disciplined in our goals and objectives and we always love to see the smile of our clients when they finish their work.

"Great. The Job was completed as desired."

Randy K on September 2025

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C&B Services LLC

5.00(
12
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C&B Services LLC

5.00(
12
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1698 local quotes requested

We specialize in Landscaping and demo clean ups. We are who you need when you don't know who to call! We do also offer residential cleaning for move in/outs and reoccurring cleans! Please call us today to set up your appointment. Post construction cleaning. Landscaping, interior painting, pressure washing, house cleaning ,post construction cleaning, window cleaning , blind cleaning, trash hauling and moving.

"We HIGHLY RECOMMEND C&B Landscaping. We are very happy with our project. Completed on time, area left cleaned, all debris haul away, respectful people, great price and AMAZING RESULT. WE ARE EXTREMELY SATISFIED WITH THE RESULT. We will definitely hire C&B Landscaping again."

Luzie A on July 2024

We specialize in Landscaping and demo clean ups. We are who you need when you don't know who to call! We do also offer residential cleaning for move in/outs and reoccurring cleans! Please call us today to set up your appointment. Post construction cleaning. Landscaping, interior painting, pressure washing, house cleaning ,post construction cleaning, window cleaning , blind cleaning, trash hauling and moving.

"We HIGHLY RECOMMEND C&B Landscaping. We are very happy with our project. Completed on time, area left cleaned, all debris haul away, respectful people, great price and AMAZING RESULT. WE ARE EXTREMELY SATISFIED WITH THE RESULT. We will definitely hire C&B Landscaping again."

Luzie A on July 2024

SOUTHERN GULF CONSTRUCTION, INC.

367 PINE ISLAND RD
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SOUTHERN GULF CONSTRUCTION, INC.

367 PINE ISLAND RD
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37 years of experience

Full service, licensed and insured certified building contractor serving Florida for over 30 years. Commercial and high end residential concrete and masonry subcontractor

Full service, licensed and insured certified building contractor serving Florida for over 30 years. Commercial and high end residential concrete and masonry subcontractor

C W STRICKLAND INC

6760 NW 138th Pl
3.00(
1
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C W STRICKLAND INC

6760 NW 138th Pl
3.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
33 years of experience

C.W. Strickland Inc made its start out of Chiefland Florida in 1992. The company has worked throughout the south eastern United States fulfilling contracts since. Most traveling is done in the state of Florida but local work is preferable including but not limited to Levy, Dixie, Alachua, Marion, and Gilchrist county. C.W. Strickland believes no job is too large as well as no job is too small. We've worked for D.O.C. and your Grandma. This company has the tools to do any job we accept efficiently and reasonably priced. Licensed, insured and family operated for Twenty-Two years.

"OK, but they used inferior non-lifetime screws. Now, 7 years later, nearly all the firing strips are starting to rot out and roof leakage is beginning. The screws used did not create a good seal and water was allowed to get through the holes in the sheet metal into the furing strips (which are used to stand the metal off the shingle roof. So now I am having to pays nearly the cost of the original roof to fix all this and have proper screws put in. Original 5 year warranty expired. See picutes. Also note, did not even bother to cover roof vent, attic open to bugs, etc."

Jesse S on January 2021

C.W. Strickland Inc made its start out of Chiefland Florida in 1992. The company has worked throughout the south eastern United States fulfilling contracts since. Most traveling is done in the state of Florida but local work is preferable including but not limited to Levy, Dixie, Alachua, Marion, and Gilchrist county. C.W. Strickland believes no job is too large as well as no job is too small. We've worked for D.O.C. and your Grandma. This company has the tools to do any job we accept efficiently and reasonably priced. Licensed, insured and family operated for Twenty-Two years.

"OK, but they used inferior non-lifetime screws. Now, 7 years later, nearly all the firing strips are starting to rot out and roof leakage is beginning. The screws used did not create a good seal and water was allowed to get through the holes in the sheet metal into the furing strips (which are used to stand the metal off the shingle roof. So now I am having to pays nearly the cost of the original roof to fix all this and have proper screws put in. Original 5 year warranty expired. See picutes. Also note, did not even bother to cover roof vent, attic open to bugs, etc."

Jesse S on January 2021

Triple 7 Dumpster Rentals & Site Prep

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Triple 7 Dumpster Rentals & Site Prep

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Our goal is to ensure our customers get the best most affordable services in Live oak Fl and surrounding counties. Whether you need car hauler for rent, dump trailer, land clearing, or large roll off dumpster bins for a project with large amount of debris we have it covered. Our company can do just about another when it comes to land development such as culverts, driveways, tree and stump removal, house pads demolition, trenches as well as flowerbeds and landscaping.

Our goal is to ensure our customers get the best most affordable services in Live oak Fl and surrounding counties. Whether you need car hauler for rent, dump trailer, land clearing, or large roll off dumpster bins for a project with large amount of debris we have it covered. Our company can do just about another when it comes to land development such as culverts, driveways, tree and stump removal, house pads demolition, trenches as well as flowerbeds and landscaping.

Pro Form Construction LLC

5935 County Road 352
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Pro Form Construction LLC

5935 County Road 352
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9 years of experience

All your handyman needs with one phone call.

All your handyman needs with one phone call.

Lawn Task Force

5.00(
3
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Lawn Task Force

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Foundation Professionals of Florida

3309 SW SR 247
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Foundation Professionals of Florida

3309 SW SR 247
No reviews yet
45 years of experience

Foundation Professionals of Florida is a Cal-Tech Company. An advantage of ours is that we have decades of experience in the Geological studies of soils so we understand what is going on with soil conditions under homes.

Foundation Professionals of Florida is a Cal-Tech Company. An advantage of ours is that we have decades of experience in the Geological studies of soils so we understand what is going on with soil conditions under homes.

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FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Chiefland, FL

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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