At Barry Building Company LLC , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"Tim was great with communication and efficient with getting the job well done!"
Michael L on September 2024
At Barry Building Company LLC , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"Tim was great with communication and efficient with getting the job well done!"
Michael L on September 2024
Groundworks provides dependable foundation repair, basement waterproofing, concrete lifting, and crawl space solutions for Massachusetts homes. Our commitment enhances the value and safety of homes within our community.
"Guiles and Miguel was fantastic, great work, great workmanship, just down to earth guys. Never stop working unless they were showing me the different steps they were taking. Keep the communication with me on every step from start to finish. "
Justin B on July 2025
Groundworks provides dependable foundation repair, basement waterproofing, concrete lifting, and crawl space solutions for Massachusetts homes. Our commitment enhances the value and safety of homes within our community.
"Guiles and Miguel was fantastic, great work, great workmanship, just down to earth guys. Never stop working unless they were showing me the different steps they were taking. Keep the communication with me on every step from start to finish. "
Justin B on July 2025
The Narrow Lane Company is a full service landscape company dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces you'll absolutely love! All work is done in a timely, professional manner and 100% guaranteed.
"Worst experience working with a contractor we have ever had. Lack of communication was astounding. Reached out to start the project on our tiny front lawn in June/July. Didn't start planting until mid October. Was told there were 5 jobs in front of ours. Ignored photos of exactly what we wanted. Finish product is passable at best. Would not recommend."
Julie C on October 2023
The Narrow Lane Company is a full service landscape company dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces you'll absolutely love! All work is done in a timely, professional manner and 100% guaranteed.
"Worst experience working with a contractor we have ever had. Lack of communication was astounding. Reached out to start the project on our tiny front lawn in June/July. Didn't start planting until mid October. Was told there were 5 jobs in front of ours. Ignored photos of exactly what we wanted. Finish product is passable at best. Would not recommend."
Julie C on October 2023
Hear at capstone masonry and construction we Drive to Build a better business and keep Our customers trust and Loyalty From start to finish. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
Hear at capstone masonry and construction we Drive to Build a better business and keep Our customers trust and Loyalty From start to finish. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
E.A Masonry, serving Boston, specializes in masonry. With 30 years of experience, our skilled team excels in all types of masonry work. Contact us today for top-notch service!
"E.A. Masonry has come through for us time and time again. They are friendly, their prices are reasonable, and their amazing work speaks for itself. We purchased a home with badly crumbling stone steps and a disaster of a backyard, and EA transformed the area. They replaced the front steps with gorgeous stone stairs with slate treads. They removed the cracked brick walkway and dangerous stone wall in our backyard, then brought in dirt to level and hydroseed the yard. They also installed a large stone patio where the warped deck was. Now our yard is flat, lush and safe for our kids to play in. Most recently, they came back to save the day after a terrible contractor put in some wooden steps leading from our back door to the new patio. That guy dripped cement all over the new patio and the landing he poured for the stairs was a mess. EA cleaned and repaired everything and the patio looks good as new again. I couldn't speak higher of these guys! They are the best!"
George A on June 2019
E.A Masonry, serving Boston, specializes in masonry. With 30 years of experience, our skilled team excels in all types of masonry work. Contact us today for top-notch service!
"E.A. Masonry has come through for us time and time again. They are friendly, their prices are reasonable, and their amazing work speaks for itself. We purchased a home with badly crumbling stone steps and a disaster of a backyard, and EA transformed the area. They replaced the front steps with gorgeous stone stairs with slate treads. They removed the cracked brick walkway and dangerous stone wall in our backyard, then brought in dirt to level and hydroseed the yard. They also installed a large stone patio where the warped deck was. Now our yard is flat, lush and safe for our kids to play in. Most recently, they came back to save the day after a terrible contractor put in some wooden steps leading from our back door to the new patio. That guy dripped cement all over the new patio and the landing he poured for the stairs was a mess. EA cleaned and repaired everything and the patio looks good as new again. I couldn't speak higher of these guys! They are the best!"
George A on June 2019
Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - info@pioneerbasement.com. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.
"Went well. pumps replaced"
Esther H on August 2022
Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - info@pioneerbasement.com. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.
"Went well. pumps replaced"
Esther H on August 2022
Gagne Landscaping is a full service Landscaper that self performs most work. Any subcontractors used have been with us for years. We offer cash incentives for referrals from our customers.
"Great crew."
Keith C on August 2022
Gagne Landscaping is a full service Landscaper that self performs most work. Any subcontractors used have been with us for years. We offer cash incentives for referrals from our customers.
"Great crew."
Keith C on August 2022
DryZone Basement Systems is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, as well as sump pump installation. Whether your sump pump doesn't turn back on or you have a chronic wet basement, we have the solution! We are a multi-year Super Service Award winner, dating back to 2010 and offer free estimates for everyone. We serve homeowners across Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
"From start to finish DryZone made everything easy. Thank you"
Hutch H on April 2025
DryZone Basement Systems is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, as well as sump pump installation. Whether your sump pump doesn't turn back on or you have a chronic wet basement, we have the solution! We are a multi-year Super Service Award winner, dating back to 2010 and offer free estimates for everyone. We serve homeowners across Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
"From start to finish DryZone made everything easy. Thank you"
Hutch H on April 2025
We offer a high-quality experience and we can tailor every job to what your home needs. We are dedicated to our service, and we believe our work will show this. Please call or click for a free estimate today!
"After several attempts to just hire Golden Hill Landscaping & Construction (during a bid process), I finally did. The rates seemed comparable, at first. However, there were many projects to be completed at my deceased mother's house. Because I am disabled and not able to get to the property, I couldn't see how badly I was taken advantage of. Not only did I pay for a job they did not do, I also paid for another job that is unfinished, plus a french drain that is causing a sink hole, and the buried equipment is now above ground. All 3 of these projects pose safety risks. The french drain collapse is only a few months after installation. After bringing these issues to the owners attention (the unfinished project I'd requested be completed for months), the owner began ignoring me. When I mentioned that litigation was going to move forward, the owner said he'd look at the work that week then blew me off again. When they actually do work, Golden Hill's quality of work is atrocious and will need to be fixed. They broke the house vinyl siding when cutting down a tree branch and refused to fix it. I hired a contractor to fix that. They will overcharge (snowplowing is expensive), take advantage of you if you are a senior or disabled, and will try to get paid without working. They should not be in business and allowed to take advantage. I now have to pay someone else to fix their work, finish their work, and do a $375 job they never did. They've been paid over $10,000, with more work to be done at multiple properties. They agreed to do a quote at a second property, then never showed up. One would figure, with that kind if business, a company would want to perform quality work and respond to a dedicated customer. Aroldo at Golden Hill Landscaping & Construction will do a poor job or not at all, blow off appointments, ignore requests, and refuse to fix problems. He will, however, not hesitate to pick up a check. You should not ever hire them. If you do, be prepared to throw money away."
Alyssa H on April 2025
We offer a high-quality experience and we can tailor every job to what your home needs. We are dedicated to our service, and we believe our work will show this. Please call or click for a free estimate today!
"After several attempts to just hire Golden Hill Landscaping & Construction (during a bid process), I finally did. The rates seemed comparable, at first. However, there were many projects to be completed at my deceased mother's house. Because I am disabled and not able to get to the property, I couldn't see how badly I was taken advantage of. Not only did I pay for a job they did not do, I also paid for another job that is unfinished, plus a french drain that is causing a sink hole, and the buried equipment is now above ground. All 3 of these projects pose safety risks. The french drain collapse is only a few months after installation. After bringing these issues to the owners attention (the unfinished project I'd requested be completed for months), the owner began ignoring me. When I mentioned that litigation was going to move forward, the owner said he'd look at the work that week then blew me off again. When they actually do work, Golden Hill's quality of work is atrocious and will need to be fixed. They broke the house vinyl siding when cutting down a tree branch and refused to fix it. I hired a contractor to fix that. They will overcharge (snowplowing is expensive), take advantage of you if you are a senior or disabled, and will try to get paid without working. They should not be in business and allowed to take advantage. I now have to pay someone else to fix their work, finish their work, and do a $375 job they never did. They've been paid over $10,000, with more work to be done at multiple properties. They agreed to do a quote at a second property, then never showed up. One would figure, with that kind if business, a company would want to perform quality work and respond to a dedicated customer. Aroldo at Golden Hill Landscaping & Construction will do a poor job or not at all, blow off appointments, ignore requests, and refuse to fix problems. He will, however, not hesitate to pick up a check. You should not ever hire them. If you do, be prepared to throw money away."
Alyssa H on April 2025
Masonry & More Inc. is an established company located in Framingham, MA, that has serviced the metro west area since 2000. Our goal is to understand the customer needs and budget to create beautiful and long-lasting installations. We take pride in providing high-quality workmanship and materials for every single job.
"We hired Masonry & More to pour a concrete floor for our garage. They gave us a competitive quote, were easy to communicate with, and fit us in right away. We could tell the crew was working carefully and thoroughly, the job site was left clean, and the quality of the finished work surpassed our expectations. We will absolutely have them back for future projects."
Kate B on August 2024
Masonry & More Inc. is an established company located in Framingham, MA, that has serviced the metro west area since 2000. Our goal is to understand the customer needs and budget to create beautiful and long-lasting installations. We take pride in providing high-quality workmanship and materials for every single job.
"We hired Masonry & More to pour a concrete floor for our garage. They gave us a competitive quote, were easy to communicate with, and fit us in right away. We could tell the crew was working carefully and thoroughly, the job site was left clean, and the quality of the finished work surpassed our expectations. We will absolutely have them back for future projects."
Kate B on August 2024
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.