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Groundworks

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Groundworks

5.00(
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Super Service Award
120 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Groundworks is the North America’s leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider. Groundworks is a vertically integrated company with its own manufacturing operations and a world-class software solution, allowing us to serve our customers more effectively. From the first phone call to the annual maintenance offered, our customers have peace of mind knowing we’re there with one mission – to repair, protect and improve their home.

"Chuck, Alex and Naki did a great job. Lots of attention to detail. Walked me me the whole process so I would feel comfortable"

Sandy G on June 2025

Groundworks is the North America’s leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider. Groundworks is a vertically integrated company with its own manufacturing operations and a world-class software solution, allowing us to serve our customers more effectively. From the first phone call to the annual maintenance offered, our customers have peace of mind knowing we’re there with one mission – to repair, protect and improve their home.

"Chuck, Alex and Naki did a great job. Lots of attention to detail. Walked me me the whole process so I would feel comfortable"

Sandy G on June 2025

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Budget Dry Waterproofing, Inc.

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Budget Dry Waterproofing, Inc.

4.69(
195
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
110 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Budget Dry Waterproofing is a waterproofing company founded on the belief that quality home improvement work does not need to break the bank. We are dedicated to providing excellent service.

"Rich, the technician at Budget Dry, did an excellent job installing my new sump pump. He was knowledgeable and he communicated well. I would recommend Budget Dry."

Richard B on February 2026

Budget Dry Waterproofing is a waterproofing company founded on the belief that quality home improvement work does not need to break the bank. We are dedicated to providing excellent service.

"Rich, the technician at Budget Dry, did an excellent job installing my new sump pump. He was knowledgeable and he communicated well. I would recommend Budget Dry."

Richard B on February 2026

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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC

4.81(
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC

4.81(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"Nixon and his worker worked straight for 5 hours moving 4 rooms of very difficult and heavy furniture. They then went on to repair a desk and hang a very heavy old mirror. They were wonderful. They are planning on returning in the spring to do some outside garden and yard work. I now know who to call when I need anything and everything done in my house."

Joann T on January 2026

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"Nixon and his worker worked straight for 5 hours moving 4 rooms of very difficult and heavy furniture. They then went on to repair a desk and hang a very heavy old mirror. They were wonderful. They are planning on returning in the spring to do some outside garden and yard work. I now know who to call when I need anything and everything done in my house."

Joann T on January 2026

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Eight Lanes Lawn Service

4.38(
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Eight Lanes Lawn Service

4.38(
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Customers say: Quality work
33 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

With several years' experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Give us a call and find out why our customers LOVE working with us!

"From start to finish, Hernan + crew did an outstanding job on a very big yard clean-up project. Our yard was completely overgrown. We needed to have all the weeds, leaves, and vines cleared. There was quite alot of brush to be removed, along with some small tree stumps. The crew started on-time, was always professional, cleaned up daily, and worked hard to complete the project within the promised timeline. Hernan responded quickly and was good with any necessary follow-up. The quote was very competitive (we got a number of bids for the work.) We highly recommend Eight Lanes and look forward to hiring them for future yard-related projects. "

Alison F on November 2025

With several years' experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Give us a call and find out why our customers LOVE working with us!

"From start to finish, Hernan + crew did an outstanding job on a very big yard clean-up project. Our yard was completely overgrown. We needed to have all the weeds, leaves, and vines cleared. There was quite alot of brush to be removed, along with some small tree stumps. The crew started on-time, was always professional, cleaned up daily, and worked hard to complete the project within the promised timeline. Hernan responded quickly and was good with any necessary follow-up. The quote was very competitive (we got a number of bids for the work.) We highly recommend Eight Lanes and look forward to hiring them for future yard-related projects. "

Alison F on November 2025

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Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.

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Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
91 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

Work completed by Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc., is warranted for lifetime of your home. Satisfaction is guaranteed and we assure prompt reply to all inquiries. Free estimates and financing are available. We've wowed over 30,000 customers since 1987. We have an A plus Better Business Bureau rating. Check us out for unbiased reviews and customer testimonials.

"Overall, working with the company was a good experience."

Marcy W on October 2024

Work completed by Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc., is warranted for lifetime of your home. Satisfaction is guaranteed and we assure prompt reply to all inquiries. Free estimates and financing are available. We've wowed over 30,000 customers since 1987. We have an A plus Better Business Bureau rating. Check us out for unbiased reviews and customer testimonials.

"Overall, working with the company was a good experience."

Marcy W on October 2024

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Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.

4.67(
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Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.

4.67(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

Connecticut Basement Systems is your trusted expert for basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, basement finishing, and foundation repair. Using patented, warrantied products, we provide permanent solutions for your home. Have a wet, flooded basement or crawl space? Tilted or bowing foundation walls? A basement you want to finish? We have a solution. We proudly serve homeowners and businesses all throughout Connecticut & Westchester County, NY. Call us today for a free inspection and no-obligation, estimate. Financing available. Additional phones - (203) 881-5090. Award winning.

"Chuck Stofko was very informative. Was patient in answering all my questions. Spent along time with me reviewing the process and the steps needed to waterproof my basment. I highly recommend him."

Justin F on August 2023

Connecticut Basement Systems is your trusted expert for basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, basement finishing, and foundation repair. Using patented, warrantied products, we provide permanent solutions for your home. Have a wet, flooded basement or crawl space? Tilted or bowing foundation walls? A basement you want to finish? We have a solution. We proudly serve homeowners and businesses all throughout Connecticut & Westchester County, NY. Call us today for a free inspection and no-obligation, estimate. Financing available. Additional phones - (203) 881-5090. Award winning.

"Chuck Stofko was very informative. Was patient in answering all my questions. Spent along time with me reviewing the process and the steps needed to waterproof my basment. I highly recommend him."

Justin F on August 2023

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Solid Ground Solutions LLC

5.00(
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Solid Ground Solutions LLC

5.00(
7
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Super Service Award
21 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Quick to respond to inquiries about the nature of the work needed. Friendly and communicative, fairly priced, work was done quickly and well. We were grateful to have found this company and worked with them. (Work type = underground electrical conduit and excavation.)"

Roger D on October 2025

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Quick to respond to inquiries about the nature of the work needed. Friendly and communicative, fairly priced, work was done quickly and well. We were grateful to have found this company and worked with them. (Work type = underground electrical conduit and excavation.)"

Roger D on October 2025

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A Kreta & Son Tree & Stump Removal

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A Kreta & Son Tree & Stump Removal

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated tree company located in Stratford, CT and serve all of Fairfield County. With over 30 years of experience our crew is highly skilled in the field of tree removal and are comfortable doing any job placed in front of us.With a certified arborist on staff we are able to offer cabling/bracing and trimming services. We also specialize in the most advanced removals and have all the equipment to do the job safe and efficiently. But our biggest focus is making you the customers happy with the end result of the job, and we strive to do so.

"Excellent job. Very good communications. We had to reschedule the date due to rain. Not a problem. A. Kreta arrived on time. Very professional crew. Very clean and careful. I would not hesitate to recommend and hire again. Thanks Andrew and crew!"

Bill P on May 2021

We are a family owned and operated tree company located in Stratford, CT and serve all of Fairfield County. With over 30 years of experience our crew is highly skilled in the field of tree removal and are comfortable doing any job placed in front of us.With a certified arborist on staff we are able to offer cabling/bracing and trimming services. We also specialize in the most advanced removals and have all the equipment to do the job safe and efficiently. But our biggest focus is making you the customers happy with the end result of the job, and we strive to do so.

"Excellent job. Very good communications. We had to reschedule the date due to rain. Not a problem. A. Kreta arrived on time. Very professional crew. Very clean and careful. I would not hesitate to recommend and hire again. Thanks Andrew and crew!"

Bill P on May 2021

Mike's Hardscapes & Landscapes LLC

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Mike's Hardscapes & Landscapes LLC

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14 years of experience

bark mulch, tree/hedge trimming, weekly lawn maintenance, spring/fall clean-up, tree/hegde removal, snow plowing, stone walks/patios, block retaining walls , lot clearing, drive way installation , landscape construction

bark mulch, tree/hedge trimming, weekly lawn maintenance, spring/fall clean-up, tree/hegde removal, snow plowing, stone walks/patios, block retaining walls , lot clearing, drive way installation , landscape construction

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FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Gaylordsville, CT

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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