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.
"Thank you, Bobby, David, and Logan. You service, politeness, and respect was appreciated by me, being a senior. Thanks for taking the time to make sure I understood, as much as possible, what had been done. God bless you. "
N K on June 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.
"Thank you, Bobby, David, and Logan. You service, politeness, and respect was appreciated by me, being a senior. Thanks for taking the time to make sure I understood, as much as possible, what had been done. God bless you. "
N K on June 2025
I been doing concrete for 30 years am loyal and reliable I work on projects like it was for me I will always go beyond what is needed and if there is anything else needed I always try to make customers happy
I been doing concrete for 30 years am loyal and reliable I work on projects like it was for me I will always go beyond what is needed and if there is anything else needed I always try to make customers happy
Our mission is to be a contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Absolutely great work, professionalism, cleanup, grading of surrounding yard for drainage and aestheticsa"
Melanie H on March 2025
Our mission is to be a contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Absolutely great work, professionalism, cleanup, grading of surrounding yard for drainage and aestheticsa"
Melanie H on March 2025
Commercial and Residential Landscapes, Hardscapes, and Fencing designed and installed by professionals who take pride in their work. Serving Pensacola, Milton, Pace, Gulf Breeze, and Cantonment, FL.
"Professional"
William B on June 2023
Commercial and Residential Landscapes, Hardscapes, and Fencing designed and installed by professionals who take pride in their work. Serving Pensacola, Milton, Pace, Gulf Breeze, and Cantonment, FL.
"Professional"
William B on June 2023
Servicing Pensacola and the surrounding areas for 10 years. Peak experience in Comcrete pouring and finishing, structural deck construction. Privacy fence installation. We also offer a wide varied of heavy machinery services ( land clearing , hauling dirt/rock). Your investment is our priority and we look forward to working with you on your next project.
"Very professional, answered calls or returned them promptly, very patient and informative with any questions I had, work was done in a timely manner, areas he was working in stayed clean, all around great quality work."
Marie D on February 2024
Servicing Pensacola and the surrounding areas for 10 years. Peak experience in Comcrete pouring and finishing, structural deck construction. Privacy fence installation. We also offer a wide varied of heavy machinery services ( land clearing , hauling dirt/rock). Your investment is our priority and we look forward to working with you on your next project.
"Very professional, answered calls or returned them promptly, very patient and informative with any questions I had, work was done in a timely manner, areas he was working in stayed clean, all around great quality work."
Marie D on February 2024
We will get your property exactly how you want it. Landscaping, hardscaping, fencing, tree work, dirt work, etc. No matter the job, we can get it done.
"Fantastic experience working with Mcdonald Construction. I had four pallets of Saint Augustine saw that needed to be laid in my front yard. Their price point was the best out of four total solicitations. Kasey was always quick to respond when I had any questions. We set up a plan with the date and time and they stuck to it. Kasey had adroit recommendations for issues that he saw. The crew did a fantastic job and we’re very flexible with modifications in the scope of work. Great company, great team, great work, and highly recommend them."
Raymond A on June 2025
We will get your property exactly how you want it. Landscaping, hardscaping, fencing, tree work, dirt work, etc. No matter the job, we can get it done.
"Fantastic experience working with Mcdonald Construction. I had four pallets of Saint Augustine saw that needed to be laid in my front yard. Their price point was the best out of four total solicitations. Kasey was always quick to respond when I had any questions. We set up a plan with the date and time and they stuck to it. Kasey had adroit recommendations for issues that he saw. The crew did a fantastic job and we’re very flexible with modifications in the scope of work. Great company, great team, great work, and highly recommend them."
Raymond A 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!
"Tommy, Jeremiah, & Dylan repaired damage caused by somebody else who renovated my home. They cleaned up after themselves, as well. Great team!"
Michelle L on October 2024
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!
"Tommy, Jeremiah, & Dylan repaired damage caused by somebody else who renovated my home. They cleaned up after themselves, as well. Great team!"
Michelle L on October 2024
New Creation lawn care services Is excited to announce that we are adding housecleaning services!! We will continue performing all lawn care services with excellence for all landscaping and lawn services with 15 years of residential and commercial experience. We can take care of the inside and the outside of your home!! In addition to mowing, weed eating, edging, fertilizing, trimming, mulching, bed design, land clearing, pressure washing, we are now performing housecleaning and window cleaning services. **Call for a FREE estimate**
"The crew from New Creations always does a great job on my lawn and landscaping work. Their service is timely and completed with care. For lawn maintenance done as you would want to do it yourself, call the folks at New Creations. Lawn mowing, weed eating, edging, spraying for weeds and catching and removal of grass and weed clippings is part of the lawn service. You can expect excellence to be something you can count on from them."
Patricia D on October 2023
New Creation lawn care services Is excited to announce that we are adding housecleaning services!! We will continue performing all lawn care services with excellence for all landscaping and lawn services with 15 years of residential and commercial experience. We can take care of the inside and the outside of your home!! In addition to mowing, weed eating, edging, fertilizing, trimming, mulching, bed design, land clearing, pressure washing, we are now performing housecleaning and window cleaning services. **Call for a FREE estimate**
"The crew from New Creations always does a great job on my lawn and landscaping work. Their service is timely and completed with care. For lawn maintenance done as you would want to do it yourself, call the folks at New Creations. Lawn mowing, weed eating, edging, spraying for weeds and catching and removal of grass and weed clippings is part of the lawn service. You can expect excellence to be something you can count on from them."
Patricia D on October 2023
Family owned business with over 3 years of experience handling all of your home services needs. We specialize in Landscaping and landscaping design, Hardscaping & Pavers. We can build you a beautiful outdoor living area or kitchen. We also specialize in dock building and repair and decks and porches. We pride ourselves on quality work. Call us today for a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you.
"Excellent. Great communication, work was done in just a couple of days as was discussed with Ryan. I would highly recommend Altura to anyone I know. They do great work."
Gavin W on March 2025
Family owned business with over 3 years of experience handling all of your home services needs. We specialize in Landscaping and landscaping design, Hardscaping & Pavers. We can build you a beautiful outdoor living area or kitchen. We also specialize in dock building and repair and decks and porches. We pride ourselves on quality work. Call us today for a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you.
"Excellent. Great communication, work was done in just a couple of days as was discussed with Ryan. I would highly recommend Altura to anyone I know. They do great work."
Gavin W on March 2025
MDH Construction is a full-service foundation repair company in Daphne, AL. Providing a all types of foundation repair services. MDH works on the gulf coast in Alabama, Mississippi and Florida. We strive to repair foundations with the utmost quality and use the best systems/materials for the job. We have a great history of helping our customers by being continuous, honest, and knowledgeable. Owner, Mike Hayes, brings over 25 years of high quality construction experience. We have been in business since 1996. We are a state licensed in all three states as a general contractor and are insured and bonded. We have 25 employees. We accept credit cards.
"Mike is a true professional. He ensured that the job was done correctly and went over and above to ensure that we were happy with it. He showed integrity and fairness that is becoming very rare these days. He is not finished with the job until it is 100% right!!! I will highly reccommend Mike to anyone considering foundation/driveway work or any construction job for that matter. Thanks Mike for exeeding my expectations as a customer."
Toby G on April 2018
MDH Construction is a full-service foundation repair company in Daphne, AL. Providing a all types of foundation repair services. MDH works on the gulf coast in Alabama, Mississippi and Florida. We strive to repair foundations with the utmost quality and use the best systems/materials for the job. We have a great history of helping our customers by being continuous, honest, and knowledgeable. Owner, Mike Hayes, brings over 25 years of high quality construction experience. We have been in business since 1996. We are a state licensed in all three states as a general contractor and are insured and bonded. We have 25 employees. We accept credit cards.
"Mike is a true professional. He ensured that the job was done correctly and went over and above to ensure that we were happy with it. He showed integrity and fairness that is becoming very rare these days. He is not finished with the job until it is 100% right!!! I will highly reccommend Mike to anyone considering foundation/driveway work or any construction job for that matter. Thanks Mike for exeeding my expectations as a customer."
Toby G on April 2018
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.