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Frontier Foundation & Crawl Space Repair is a basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space repair contractor. Do you have doors and windows that are sticking or don't shut properly? Do you see cracks in your drywall? Wet basement, damp musty smells or foundation cracks? Does your crawl space have insulation falling down, bugs, critters or odors? High radon levels? Are your energy bills high? Free estimates. We put the customer first and give WOW service! We are greater Central Tennessee and Southwestern Kentucky's authorized Basement Systems and Supportworks dealer, and we're proud to have served our great communities for over 20 years!
"Mr. Brad was patient and explained the process very thoroughly."
richmond z on July 2025
Frontier Foundation & Crawl Space Repair is a basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space repair contractor. Do you have doors and windows that are sticking or don't shut properly? Do you see cracks in your drywall? Wet basement, damp musty smells or foundation cracks? Does your crawl space have insulation falling down, bugs, critters or odors? High radon levels? Are your energy bills high? Free estimates. We put the customer first and give WOW service! We are greater Central Tennessee and Southwestern Kentucky's authorized Basement Systems and Supportworks dealer, and we're proud to have served our great communities for over 20 years!
"Mr. Brad was patient and explained the process very thoroughly."
richmond z on July 2025
AFS Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Specialists (AFS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Florida, and Tennessee. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, AFS is here to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space.
"Nick and Taylor from the AFD Poly crew did a great job stabilizing and lifting our driveway. The communication from start to finish was extremely thorough and eliminated any guess work. "
Phil S on May 2025
AFS Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Specialists (AFS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Florida, and Tennessee. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, AFS is here to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space.
"Nick and Taylor from the AFD Poly crew did a great job stabilizing and lifting our driveway. The communication from start to finish was extremely thorough and eliminated any guess work. "
Phil S on May 2025
All things Basementy! Basement Waterproofing, Basement Repair, Crawl Space Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair, Foundation & Structural Repairs, Concrete Leveling, and Radon Mitigation. We can help improve your home and are committed to providing WOW customer service! We service Central Tennessee, Southwestern Kentucky, and Northern Alamaba.
"Pleasure to have them work on my home"
Darryl C on February 2024
All things Basementy! Basement Waterproofing, Basement Repair, Crawl Space Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair, Foundation & Structural Repairs, Concrete Leveling, and Radon Mitigation. We can help improve your home and are committed to providing WOW customer service! We service Central Tennessee, Southwestern Kentucky, and Northern Alamaba.
"Pleasure to have them work on my home"
Darryl C on February 2024
We are a Christian based company that specializes in concrete finishing. We can assist with all of your concrete needs.
"The work was amazing. The price was definitely more than competitive. But like most contractors, you have to stay on top of the management and foreman, to ensure that they understand the scope and the details and are performing them as desired. I am extremely pleased with the work, but had to provide a lot of guidance and preventing of counter-suggestions from what it is I needed. That said, they were far more responsive than other family owned contractors that I had provide a quote.P"
Bruce C on April 2025
We are a Christian based company that specializes in concrete finishing. We can assist with all of your concrete needs.
"The work was amazing. The price was definitely more than competitive. But like most contractors, you have to stay on top of the management and foreman, to ensure that they understand the scope and the details and are performing them as desired. I am extremely pleased with the work, but had to provide a lot of guidance and preventing of counter-suggestions from what it is I needed. That said, they were far more responsive than other family owned contractors that I had provide a quote.P"
Bruce C on April 2025
I have been in the concrete business for 28 years in the Middle Tennessee area. We are a family owned and operated business who services private home owners as well as builders. We are a licensed and insured company.
"Fantastic experience with Steve Sale Concrete. They treated our property as carefully as their own, carefully finishing all details and designs. The crew of professionals were on time and polite, keeping the job site clean every day. First rate experience from a well-season and led team. If you need concrete services , you have to hire Steve Sale Concrete."
Mark T on March 2025
I have been in the concrete business for 28 years in the Middle Tennessee area. We are a family owned and operated business who services private home owners as well as builders. We are a licensed and insured company.
"Fantastic experience with Steve Sale Concrete. They treated our property as carefully as their own, carefully finishing all details and designs. The crew of professionals were on time and polite, keeping the job site clean every day. First rate experience from a well-season and led team. If you need concrete services , you have to hire Steve Sale Concrete."
Mark T on March 2025
**** We do not offer lawn mowing or maintenance services. **** We strive to create unique and visually stunning landscapes. Our goal is to create outdoor spaces that not only enhance the beauty of the surroundings but also provide a functional and enjoyable environment for our clients to relax and enjoy the nature around them.
"Chris and his crew did an excellent job removing old concrete, forming and pouring new concrete. Very professional and detailed work. I would definitely hire them again!"
Tommy D on April 2025
**** We do not offer lawn mowing or maintenance services. **** We strive to create unique and visually stunning landscapes. Our goal is to create outdoor spaces that not only enhance the beauty of the surroundings but also provide a functional and enjoyable environment for our clients to relax and enjoy the nature around them.
"Chris and his crew did an excellent job removing old concrete, forming and pouring new concrete. Very professional and detailed work. I would definitely hire them again!"
Tommy D on April 2025
With over 19yrs of professional experience, EL Zorro Concrete is family owned and operated! We are here to serve you and all of your concrete needs and we're never satisfied unless you are! We service the Middle TN area and offer free estimates and 10% off if you mention you heard of us through Angi. Contact us today, we look forward to serving you!
"We have lived in Tn for 4 years. Jose and crew are in the top 1% of quality contractors. On time, quality work, extremely customer centric and a pleasure to deal with. We are very happy with El Zorro and highly recommend this company!"
Shelly B on June 2025
With over 19yrs of professional experience, EL Zorro Concrete is family owned and operated! We are here to serve you and all of your concrete needs and we're never satisfied unless you are! We service the Middle TN area and offer free estimates and 10% off if you mention you heard of us through Angi. Contact us today, we look forward to serving you!
"We have lived in Tn for 4 years. Jose and crew are in the top 1% of quality contractors. On time, quality work, extremely customer centric and a pleasure to deal with. We are very happy with El Zorro and highly recommend this company!"
Shelly B on June 2025
Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist 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 Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS 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 AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"This started out kind of odd but not terrible, with the inspector/salesperson, when trying to hold them accountable the gentleman thought"lol" was the best response to a customer. The work performed looks ok to me so far other than them completely destroying the vapor barrier we paid to have put in 2 years ago. They were hired to fix a water issue in the process they created another one. Leading you to assume its just more work they can get down the road, why else would you preform services like this?It was cut in suc a way that you can pull to and repair. It is so discouraging to do business with a company that doesn't care about what you have already had to spend or do. Again when trying to get this fixed you are laughed at, its incredible. Save yourself time, money and frustration and look elsewhere. I will provide anyone who would like the information with copies of my contract and text messages."
Jay P on November 2023
Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist 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 Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS 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 AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"This started out kind of odd but not terrible, with the inspector/salesperson, when trying to hold them accountable the gentleman thought"lol" was the best response to a customer. The work performed looks ok to me so far other than them completely destroying the vapor barrier we paid to have put in 2 years ago. They were hired to fix a water issue in the process they created another one. Leading you to assume its just more work they can get down the road, why else would you preform services like this?It was cut in suc a way that you can pull to and repair. It is so discouraging to do business with a company that doesn't care about what you have already had to spend or do. Again when trying to get this fixed you are laughed at, its incredible. Save yourself time, money and frustration and look elsewhere. I will provide anyone who would like the information with copies of my contract and text messages."
Jay P on November 2023
Family owned business , I have been landscaping for twelve years. We can do all types all hardscaping and landscaping. We are happy to give you a free estimate. Call today to schedule a time for us to give you a price! We look forward to serving the Nashville Community.
"Palo and co workers did amazing job!! So pleased with the new garden wall that they built! Front lawnscaping looks wonderful! They are awesome! Cleaned up afterwards seemed like they weren’t ever there!!"
Mary P on August 2024
Family owned business , I have been landscaping for twelve years. We can do all types all hardscaping and landscaping. We are happy to give you a free estimate. Call today to schedule a time for us to give you a price! We look forward to serving the Nashville Community.
"Palo and co workers did amazing job!! So pleased with the new garden wall that they built! Front lawnscaping looks wonderful! They are awesome! Cleaned up afterwards seemed like they weren’t ever there!!"
Mary P on August 2024
LandArt, Inc. is a ‘full-service’ landscape company. We design, construct, install and maintain almost everything ‘outside’ your home. At LandArt, every aspect of your project is closely supervised. We use only the finest quality plant materials to create picture-perfect curb appeal. We will always go the extra mile to please our valued customers.... and we solidly stand behind our work.
"Full landscaping around the house! Couldn't be more pleased! Randy and his crew helped us design an entirely new look to replace the old and tired landscape we had. As the installation progressed, LandArt helped incorporate some real-time adjustments that come with any large project while still helping us keep the costs down. Heartily recommend these folks!"
Bob Y on January 2024
LandArt, Inc. is a ‘full-service’ landscape company. We design, construct, install and maintain almost everything ‘outside’ your home. At LandArt, every aspect of your project is closely supervised. We use only the finest quality plant materials to create picture-perfect curb appeal. We will always go the extra mile to please our valued customers.... and we solidly stand behind our work.
"Full landscaping around the house! Couldn't be more pleased! Randy and his crew helped us design an entirely new look to replace the old and tired landscape we had. As the installation progressed, LandArt helped incorporate some real-time adjustments that come with any large project while still helping us keep the costs down. Heartily recommend these folks!"
Bob Y on January 2024
FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Franklin, TN
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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