AquaGuard Foundation Solutions, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, concrete, and gutter needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the metro Atlanta area. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, AquaGuard is here to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space.
"They were quick to respond. The first time working with them. Aquaguard quickly identified the problem and I can fix it myself."
Sherron J on March 2025
AquaGuard Foundation Solutions, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, concrete, and gutter needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the metro Atlanta area. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, AquaGuard is here to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space.
"They were quick to respond. The first time working with them. Aquaguard quickly identified the problem and I can fix it myself."
Sherron J on March 2025
A-Total Plumbing (coming soon as Ace Hardware Home Services – Plumbing, Heating & Cooling) is your trusted partner for expert plumbing and HVAC solutions in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. As part of Ace Hardware Home Services, we provide reliable plumbing repairs, HVAC installation, and ongoing maintenance to keep your home comfortable and safe year-round. Whether you need an urgent repair or routine service, our team delivers exceptional workmanship and peace of mind. Let us bring helpful to your home today!
"Very little knowledge of the work to be done,complained the entire visit."
Kathy M on February 2025
A-Total Plumbing (coming soon as Ace Hardware Home Services – Plumbing, Heating & Cooling) is your trusted partner for expert plumbing and HVAC solutions in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. As part of Ace Hardware Home Services, we provide reliable plumbing repairs, HVAC installation, and ongoing maintenance to keep your home comfortable and safe year-round. Whether you need an urgent repair or routine service, our team delivers exceptional workmanship and peace of mind. Let us bring helpful to your home today!
"Very little knowledge of the work to be done,complained the entire visit."
Kathy M on February 2025
Custom tailored outdoor solutions to accommodate your needs for landscape design, flowerbed design, retaining walls, sidewalks, patios, fences, & more!
"Jared and his team did a fantastic job. 5 pallets laid perfectly. A plus. I was elated with the outcome. Jared was the following in terms of my dilemma: Professional , Transparent, Demonstrated solid listening skills, Hard worker, Offers written estimates, Provided Business Insurance and Liability, and overall, went the extra mile to gain my complete satisfaction. I will hire Jared again for future projects. If you need qualified assistance, then, Jared in Clarkesville should be your first person to contact. He is a winner! Richard in Demorest"
Richard M on November 2023
Custom tailored outdoor solutions to accommodate your needs for landscape design, flowerbed design, retaining walls, sidewalks, patios, fences, & more!
"Jared and his team did a fantastic job. 5 pallets laid perfectly. A plus. I was elated with the outcome. Jared was the following in terms of my dilemma: Professional , Transparent, Demonstrated solid listening skills, Hard worker, Offers written estimates, Provided Business Insurance and Liability, and overall, went the extra mile to gain my complete satisfaction. I will hire Jared again for future projects. If you need qualified assistance, then, Jared in Clarkesville should be your first person to contact. He is a winner! Richard in Demorest"
Richard M on November 2023
Crawlspaces and More offers a solution to all of your wet crawlspace problems. We have been providing solutions to home owners in the Atlanta metro area since 2005. We are able to turn your wet musty crawlspace into a dry healthy environment that can be used for additional storage or just a clean space. We offer several budget friendly options that will fit your budget. We offer high density vapor barrier encapsulations all the way to a finished concrete storage space. You will be amazed at the transformation of your crawlspace area and how it greatly effects the quality of the air in your home. Just remember, your crawlspace is usually the largest room in the house. So invest in the health of your crawlspace and see the results in the the rest of your home. All of our work is warrantied. Based on the work provided the warranty can be as long as the life of the structure.
"They had to take out a portion of my front wall which was not planned on, and the conic quality of the concrete was not as good as I thought it should be they destroyed the brick wall that they said they would be able to save and I think they also damaged an additional plumbing line, which I’m going to have to have repaired But we did get the leaking stopped, which was the big part of the problem they had to dig up the entire front foundation down to the 8 foot footer and re-waterproof the wall put in a French drain system and a new drainage system for the gutter and a sump pump"
Dennis K on December 2023
Crawlspaces and More offers a solution to all of your wet crawlspace problems. We have been providing solutions to home owners in the Atlanta metro area since 2005. We are able to turn your wet musty crawlspace into a dry healthy environment that can be used for additional storage or just a clean space. We offer several budget friendly options that will fit your budget. We offer high density vapor barrier encapsulations all the way to a finished concrete storage space. You will be amazed at the transformation of your crawlspace area and how it greatly effects the quality of the air in your home. Just remember, your crawlspace is usually the largest room in the house. So invest in the health of your crawlspace and see the results in the the rest of your home. All of our work is warrantied. Based on the work provided the warranty can be as long as the life of the structure.
"They had to take out a portion of my front wall which was not planned on, and the conic quality of the concrete was not as good as I thought it should be they destroyed the brick wall that they said they would be able to save and I think they also damaged an additional plumbing line, which I’m going to have to have repaired But we did get the leaking stopped, which was the big part of the problem they had to dig up the entire front foundation down to the 8 foot footer and re-waterproof the wall put in a French drain system and a new drainage system for the gutter and a sump pump"
Dennis K on December 2023
Everdry Waterproofing is the Nation’s Largest Waterproofer. Everdry specializes in basement waterproofing, crawl space waterproofing, and foundation repair. Our patented, safe and 100% effective waterproofing method can be used on foundations consisting of poured concrete, block, brick, stone, red clay tile plus crawlspaces and slabs. We have been in business for more than 25 years and have over 85,000 “raving fans!” Prevent the costly results of water damage by calling Everdry Waterproofing today for crawlspace waterproofing, basement waterproofing, and foundation waterproofing. We can also improve buildings that have been damaged by water through our foundation repair and air ventilation system installation services. We also offer mud jacking repair on driveways, stoop & steps and porches.
"The inspector did a great job showing me where the problem was, as well as having a friendly customer service team!"
Matthew S on May 2025
Everdry Waterproofing is the Nation’s Largest Waterproofer. Everdry specializes in basement waterproofing, crawl space waterproofing, and foundation repair. Our patented, safe and 100% effective waterproofing method can be used on foundations consisting of poured concrete, block, brick, stone, red clay tile plus crawlspaces and slabs. We have been in business for more than 25 years and have over 85,000 “raving fans!” Prevent the costly results of water damage by calling Everdry Waterproofing today for crawlspace waterproofing, basement waterproofing, and foundation waterproofing. We can also improve buildings that have been damaged by water through our foundation repair and air ventilation system installation services. We also offer mud jacking repair on driveways, stoop & steps and porches.
"The inspector did a great job showing me where the problem was, as well as having a friendly customer service team!"
Matthew S on May 2025
Outdoor Home Improvements with over 25 years of experience. Here to help make your outdoor living spaces special for you and your family. We love making your ideas a reality. No job is to small.
"W Crete did a great Job ! They were very professional, on time and completed the project in a very timely manner . I would definitely recommend them and would use them again ."
LeeAnn W on April 2024
Outdoor Home Improvements with over 25 years of experience. Here to help make your outdoor living spaces special for you and your family. We love making your ideas a reality. No job is to small.
"W Crete did a great Job ! They were very professional, on time and completed the project in a very timely manner . I would definitely recommend them and would use them again ."
LeeAnn W on April 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"Great very impressive work."
Manita E on June 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"Great very impressive work."
Manita E on June 2025
Lawn Matters Landscaping Pros: Your Dawsonville, GA source for expert lawn care, flawless sod installation, and professional mulching services. We serve in Dawsonville, GA, Dahlonega GA; Buford GA; Flowery Branch GA; Oakwood GA; Cleveland GA; and the surrounding areas. Lawn Service, Mulching, Affordable Lawn Care, Mulching Services, Lawn Care Services Yard Cleanup; Sod Install; Backyard Lawn; Trimming Service; Edging Service; For more information visit our website: https://lawnmatterslandscaping.com/
Lawn Matters Landscaping Pros: Your Dawsonville, GA source for expert lawn care, flawless sod installation, and professional mulching services. We serve in Dawsonville, GA, Dahlonega GA; Buford GA; Flowery Branch GA; Oakwood GA; Cleveland GA; and the surrounding areas. Lawn Service, Mulching, Affordable Lawn Care, Mulching Services, Lawn Care Services Yard Cleanup; Sod Install; Backyard Lawn; Trimming Service; Edging Service; For more information visit our website: https://lawnmatterslandscaping.com/
Concrete & Deck business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Easy to work with and did a fantastic job. Transparent on the cost of the project and timeline. Showed up as scheduled and worked safely. After the work was completed the clean up was great. I am really satisfied with their work and look forward to working with them on my next project."
Roland V on April 2025
Concrete & Deck business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Easy to work with and did a fantastic job. Transparent on the cost of the project and timeline. Showed up as scheduled and worked safely. After the work was completed the clean up was great. I am really satisfied with their work and look forward to working with them on my next project."
Roland V on April 2025
Guys and Gals Homes specializes in many ways to help our customers. From renovations and remodeling to landscaping, fencing, pressure washing we put our customers first. We pride ourselves by giving up to date pictures and information while the project(s) is being worked on.
"Very good. Good suggestions on rebuild. Pleased with results. Reasonable cost!"
Olin S on January 2025
Guys and Gals Homes specializes in many ways to help our customers. From renovations and remodeling to landscaping, fencing, pressure washing we put our customers first. We pride ourselves by giving up to date pictures and information while the project(s) is being worked on.
"Very good. Good suggestions on rebuild. Pleased with results. Reasonable cost!"
Olin S on January 2025
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.