We are committed to go above excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a higher standard than most other competitors and our distinction is the premium quality of service we bring to our customers for a fair price. Pleasure in our work makes perfection easy. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns our top priority.
"Super responsive team and fair pricing. Iâ ve already hired them for additional projects. Highly recommend!"
Noah S on October 2024
We are committed to go above excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a higher standard than most other competitors and our distinction is the premium quality of service we bring to our customers for a fair price. Pleasure in our work makes perfection easy. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns our top priority.
"Super responsive team and fair pricing. Iâ ve already hired them for additional projects. Highly recommend!"
Noah S on October 2024
Foundation Recovery Systems (FRS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Kansas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FRS is here to restore your foundation or crawl space.
"The lifting and crack sealing of my driveway and front walkway/porch was fantastic. The driveway sank a little bit a couple of months after application and they came back to lift it free of charge. However, if you need concrete flatwork done, I would suggest going elsewhere. We had two corners that needed poured because they were too damaged to lift. They had to come out to repour three times in one year, and the concrete is already starting to crack again."
Anthony S on March 2025
Foundation Recovery Systems (FRS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Kansas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FRS is here to restore your foundation or crawl space.
"The lifting and crack sealing of my driveway and front walkway/porch was fantastic. The driveway sank a little bit a couple of months after application and they came back to lift it free of charge. However, if you need concrete flatwork done, I would suggest going elsewhere. We had two corners that needed poured because they were too damaged to lift. They had to come out to repour three times in one year, and the concrete is already starting to crack again."
Anthony S on March 2025
With nearly 50 years in the industry, Thrasher has helped homeowners preserve and improve the value of their homes using proven basement waterproofing and structural repair solutions. We understand that home repairs can be stressful. That’s why our team will guide you through every step, addressing all foundation concerns, water intrusion, and concrete issues with the utmost care and expertise. By choosing us, you’re partnering with a compassionate team that cares deeply about your home’s well-being and your family’s peace of mind. For more information on Thrasher or to schedule a free home inspection, please call us at 800.827.0702 or visit www.gothrasher.com.
"Prompt, efficient, good workmanship."
Jonathan F on December 2024
With nearly 50 years in the industry, Thrasher has helped homeowners preserve and improve the value of their homes using proven basement waterproofing and structural repair solutions. We understand that home repairs can be stressful. That’s why our team will guide you through every step, addressing all foundation concerns, water intrusion, and concrete issues with the utmost care and expertise. By choosing us, you’re partnering with a compassionate team that cares deeply about your home’s well-being and your family’s peace of mind. For more information on Thrasher or to schedule a free home inspection, please call us at 800.827.0702 or visit www.gothrasher.com.
"Prompt, efficient, good workmanship."
Jonathan F on December 2024
Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating has been dedicated to this craft for over 7 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!
"Corbin was great! He communicated well, answered questions, did quality work-very much ch a professional."
Nancy J on May 2024
Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating has been dedicated to this craft for over 7 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!
"Corbin was great! He communicated well, answered questions, did quality work-very much ch a professional."
Nancy J on May 2024
With 50 years of experience in the basement and foundation repair industry, Thrasher Foundation Repair offers trusted services to homeowners around Lenexa, KS. Recognized for our exceptional commitment to leadership, character, and organizational ethics, we are proud recipients of the 2024 International BBB Torch Award for Ethics. From cracked concrete repair to basement waterproofing and crawl space encapsulation, we provide state-of-the-art solutions to keep your foundation safe, dry, and healthy. Here at Thrasher, we guarantee precise repair and genuine care. We proudly offer our services in Topeka, Olathe, Overland Park, Lawrence, Denison, Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, and surrounding areas. Contact us today for a free inspection!
"Really happy with my experience! The quote wasn’t pushy and pressuring me to make a decision that day. The quote was reasonable, the work was efficient and on time, they took special care with my home & lawn and even put down grass seed after burying a down spout."
Amber T on April 2024
With 50 years of experience in the basement and foundation repair industry, Thrasher Foundation Repair offers trusted services to homeowners around Lenexa, KS. Recognized for our exceptional commitment to leadership, character, and organizational ethics, we are proud recipients of the 2024 International BBB Torch Award for Ethics. From cracked concrete repair to basement waterproofing and crawl space encapsulation, we provide state-of-the-art solutions to keep your foundation safe, dry, and healthy. Here at Thrasher, we guarantee precise repair and genuine care. We proudly offer our services in Topeka, Olathe, Overland Park, Lawrence, Denison, Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, and surrounding areas. Contact us today for a free inspection!
"Really happy with my experience! The quote wasn’t pushy and pressuring me to make a decision that day. The quote was reasonable, the work was efficient and on time, they took special care with my home & lawn and even put down grass seed after burying a down spout."
Amber T on April 2024
Gold Lawn Care has been providing exceptional landscaping, hardscaping, and outdoor construction to the Kansas City Metro area since 2010. Our mission is to set the GOLD standard in landscaping and hardscaping by catering towards our client’s specific needs, custom designing every project. We provide our customers with an exceptional finished product and ensure a truly wonderful experience. We are invested in making the project look the very best at the pricing our clients are hoping to spend. We have run this business for a good 15 years and hope to go another 15 years.
"I contracted with Brian 7 years ago to replace the my sidewalk and the replacement sidewalk was of low quality with holes forming and cracking where the sidewalk abutted the front porch. Brian at one point responded "Unfortunately, your walkway was done with poor craftsmanship and I will front the money and fix the entire thing including the stoop for free." At some point dialogue stopped and I never heard from Brian again. I would not recommend using for a cement or sidewalk work."
John H on January 2025
Gold Lawn Care has been providing exceptional landscaping, hardscaping, and outdoor construction to the Kansas City Metro area since 2010. Our mission is to set the GOLD standard in landscaping and hardscaping by catering towards our client’s specific needs, custom designing every project. We provide our customers with an exceptional finished product and ensure a truly wonderful experience. We are invested in making the project look the very best at the pricing our clients are hoping to spend. We have run this business for a good 15 years and hope to go another 15 years.
"I contracted with Brian 7 years ago to replace the my sidewalk and the replacement sidewalk was of low quality with holes forming and cracking where the sidewalk abutted the front porch. Brian at one point responded "Unfortunately, your walkway was done with poor craftsmanship and I will front the money and fix the entire thing including the stoop for free." At some point dialogue stopped and I never heard from Brian again. I would not recommend using for a cement or sidewalk work."
John H on January 2025
Foundation Recovery Systems, founded in 1992, is a subsidiary of Groundworks, a family of companies that offers superior, proven solutions for your foundation repair, structural repair, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete leveling needs. They currently maintain offices in Kansas City, Moberly, Springfield, and St Louis. Foundation Recovery Systems is a recognized accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and devotes its years of experience, industry knowledge and specialized training to help customers protect their homes or commercial buildings from water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation failure.
"Ryan Howard came out to assess our situation with water coming in the basement. He took the time to draw up a solution to fix several things. Ryan explained exactly what the process would be."
Sharon O on June 2025
Foundation Recovery Systems, founded in 1992, is a subsidiary of Groundworks, a family of companies that offers superior, proven solutions for your foundation repair, structural repair, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete leveling needs. They currently maintain offices in Kansas City, Moberly, Springfield, and St Louis. Foundation Recovery Systems is a recognized accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and devotes its years of experience, industry knowledge and specialized training to help customers protect their homes or commercial buildings from water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation failure.
"Ryan Howard came out to assess our situation with water coming in the basement. He took the time to draw up a solution to fix several things. Ryan explained exactly what the process would be."
Sharon O on June 2025
Full service lawn and landscape company, locally owned and operated. Hardscape, walls, irrigation, trees, stump grinding, grading, excavating, land clearing, dump truck service, sod, seeding, lawn fertilizer program, concrete flat work, drainage systems, spring and fall leaf cleanups, we cover it all!
"Moser is legit, this is not your corporate America crew where speeds the game and quality is second.. Moser has 1st class associates and is a family run business that thrives on quality!"
Jason G on May 2021
Full service lawn and landscape company, locally owned and operated. Hardscape, walls, irrigation, trees, stump grinding, grading, excavating, land clearing, dump truck service, sod, seeding, lawn fertilizer program, concrete flat work, drainage systems, spring and fall leaf cleanups, we cover it all!
"Moser is legit, this is not your corporate America crew where speeds the game and quality is second.. Moser has 1st class associates and is a family run business that thrives on quality!"
Jason G on May 2021
Welcome to Crackology, where we specialize in providing expert foundation repair and waterproofing services for homeowners who need reliable solutions to protect their most valuable asset – their home. With years of experience in the industry, Crackology is committed to delivering high-quality, long-lasting repairs, and top-tier waterproofing solutions. We pride ourselves on being the trusted partner you can rely on when your home is facing foundation issues, moisture problems, or structural concerns. At Crackology, we don’t just fix foundations; we restore your peace of mind. Foundation issues are more than just repairs—they’re a matter of safety and security. Our mission is simple: to provide dependable, long-lasting foundation repairs and waterproofing solutions that protect what matters most, your home.
"I landed upon Crackology at the right time and I was very thankful for it. I had been working with a previous concrete company for wellnover 6 months. Not only did this company consume a lot of my time, money was wasted and the job was left incomplete. I was left trying to figure out how my excavation and foundation was going to to be completed before the winter kicked in placing my unfinished basement at risk of shifting and potentially more costs! They also offered financing as an option even though I did not need it. Crackology was able to not only fix what the previous concrete company left incomplete but gave an expected time of completion with a breakdown of expected costs. Very thorough with assessing what I desired for my basement (excavation, new beams, waterproof barrier), they did not leave me wondering when the job would be complete, and most importantly, kept me in the loop alongside each step of completion. I highly recommend them if you need concrete work and foundation work completed."
Chiffon H on May 2025
Welcome to Crackology, where we specialize in providing expert foundation repair and waterproofing services for homeowners who need reliable solutions to protect their most valuable asset – their home. With years of experience in the industry, Crackology is committed to delivering high-quality, long-lasting repairs, and top-tier waterproofing solutions. We pride ourselves on being the trusted partner you can rely on when your home is facing foundation issues, moisture problems, or structural concerns. At Crackology, we don’t just fix foundations; we restore your peace of mind. Foundation issues are more than just repairs—they’re a matter of safety and security. Our mission is simple: to provide dependable, long-lasting foundation repairs and waterproofing solutions that protect what matters most, your home.
"I landed upon Crackology at the right time and I was very thankful for it. I had been working with a previous concrete company for wellnover 6 months. Not only did this company consume a lot of my time, money was wasted and the job was left incomplete. I was left trying to figure out how my excavation and foundation was going to to be completed before the winter kicked in placing my unfinished basement at risk of shifting and potentially more costs! They also offered financing as an option even though I did not need it. Crackology was able to not only fix what the previous concrete company left incomplete but gave an expected time of completion with a breakdown of expected costs. Very thorough with assessing what I desired for my basement (excavation, new beams, waterproof barrier), they did not leave me wondering when the job would be complete, and most importantly, kept me in the loop alongside each step of completion. I highly recommend them if you need concrete work and foundation work completed."
Chiffon H on May 2025
Earning a #1 rating on “Angies List” is quite an honor, it came from hard work, knowledge, and a core of talented craftsmen. At McGhee Concrete, we’ve earned our reputation for our level of professionalism, quality services and our skilled, innovative concrete contractors. We go beyond traditional concrete driveways and pathways, adding only the most elegant décor to the structure they surround. This all has been attributed to quality. You can be assured that a company with journeyman carpenters, and journeymen concrete finishers we will complete your project beyond your expectations.
"never heard from anyone on the matter"
Jeff P on June 2019
Earning a #1 rating on “Angies List” is quite an honor, it came from hard work, knowledge, and a core of talented craftsmen. At McGhee Concrete, we’ve earned our reputation for our level of professionalism, quality services and our skilled, innovative concrete contractors. We go beyond traditional concrete driveways and pathways, adding only the most elegant décor to the structure they surround. This all has been attributed to quality. You can be assured that a company with journeyman carpenters, and journeymen concrete finishers we will complete your project beyond your expectations.
"never heard from anyone on the matter"
Jeff P on June 2019
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.