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The Foundation Works
Concrete Foundation Repair, Earthquake Protection Service, Concrete Foundation Raise,
About us
Foundation inspection, repair, and replacement services for Los Angeles and surrounding cities for more than 20 years. With 800+ 5-star reviews online, we continue to provide affordable foundation inspection, foundation repair, foundation upgrades, foundation replacement, earthquake retrofitting, house bolting for the greater Los Angeles area; including affordable upgrades to your foundation. We pride ourselves in repairing only what your house foundation needs. We offer foundation upgrade services to get your house to full earthquake standards for the Los Angeles area without necessarily having to rebuild your full foundation, saving you thousands in unnecessary repair if at all possible.
Business highlights
22 years of experience
Services we offer
Foundation repair, foundation inspections, house bolting, soft story retrofitting, earthquake / seismic retrofitting, foundation replacement, crack repair and non-alarmist inspection.
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.9162 Reviews
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Showing 101-125 of 162 reviews
V H.
May 2013
Before proceeding with updating my 1942 house, I wanted to confirm that it was properly bolted to the foundation. Brad from The Foundation Works arrived promptly and, after a visual inspection, proceeded to give an honest opinion of the condition of the foundation. I couldn't see the foundation myself, so it is rare to receive a recommendation that isn't filled with scare tactics. I chose not to have work done, but would highly recommend this company.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi there! I'm always glad to hear that my team is providing the exact service that is needed out there, minus any scare tactic nonsense that unfortunately is quite prevalent in the trades. However, with the alliance of a service like Angie's List, I truly believe the smarter companies will rise to the occasion of working towards being better and better and better as time goes on, which is win-win for everyone, including of course the consumer! Thank you so much for having had us out, glad we were able to bring you good news! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Carol C.
May 2013
i had read a lot of the reviews on angies list about this company and read mostly rave ones , after having them come out to the house which i thought for sure was crumbling beneath my feet i can see why. Tom (the owner) came on time, inspected the outer & inner parts of the house before crawling under. upon his inspection when he finally reappeared he told me that the foundation was fine and suggested just some minor fixes that we could do ourselves to alleviate the issue i was having. he couldve sold repair work but was very honest.
Jon O.
May 2013
I received several estimates to repair this foundation but none of them considered that the building was built in 1923 and that I wanted to preserve the original charm of this nearly 100 year old building. The predominate attitude of the other estimators I dealt with was ?why do you want to preserve this dilapidated building? just replace it?.
The Foundation Works stood out from the rest of the contractors. Tom (the owner) was willing to invest the time up front with me to give an honest assessment of my situation. I did not feel talked down to or pressured to do the repair. This building had a couple of unique aspects which I felt were important to handle carefully. In the end I felt that Tom?s assessment was the only one that addressed my concerns instead of trying to override them.
The work performed consisted of constructing a sister wall to the original perimeter wall, building new shear and cripple walls, and installation of a small cantilever (to support the rear of the building). The crew pinned, blocked, rebarred, and tied the whole foundation together to greatly extend the useful life of the building.
From estimate, to fieldwork, to completion of the repair, The Foundation Works (Tom, Myron, Cristian, and their crew) took special care to preserve this building in its? original state while doing the critical work necessary to extended the life of the existing foundation. They were professional, diligent, all english-speaking, polite, and focused. They cleaned up everyday and their work was completed quickly.
I wish all contractors would do business in this fashion and although The Foundation Works was not the lowest bid I received, I will use them again on another rehab I?m doing of a 1920?s property.
I encourage you to read the other reviews here and know that you are dealing with a professional, courteous, reliable company.
The Foundation Works stood out from the rest of the contractors. Tom (the owner) was willing to invest the time up front with me to give an honest assessment of my situation. I did not feel talked down to or pressured to do the repair. This building had a couple of unique aspects which I felt were important to handle carefully. In the end I felt that Tom?s assessment was the only one that addressed my concerns instead of trying to override them.
The work performed consisted of constructing a sister wall to the original perimeter wall, building new shear and cripple walls, and installation of a small cantilever (to support the rear of the building). The crew pinned, blocked, rebarred, and tied the whole foundation together to greatly extend the useful life of the building.
From estimate, to fieldwork, to completion of the repair, The Foundation Works (Tom, Myron, Cristian, and their crew) took special care to preserve this building in its? original state while doing the critical work necessary to extended the life of the existing foundation. They were professional, diligent, all english-speaking, polite, and focused. They cleaned up everyday and their work was completed quickly.
I wish all contractors would do business in this fashion and although The Foundation Works was not the lowest bid I received, I will use them again on another rehab I?m doing of a 1920?s property.
I encourage you to read the other reviews here and know that you are dealing with a professional, courteous, reliable company.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello! Well that's great, we love to hear that, and the team had fun bringing the place together...no doubt that the place was ready for major surgery when we started! In that 95% of the 1000's of foundations we correct each year were built between 1880-1960, this IS what we do! Thank you again for having us out, as well as for taking the time to sing our praises, we are grateful for having been "put on your team", see you on the next one! Onward and Upward, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Kenya H.
Apr 2013
We just bought a home that we knew needed some foundation repairs. We were referred to Foundation Works and they were great! Keith inspected the property on a Friday and we had the work completed the next week. All the work was done in less than 4 hours. John and his team were very punctual and overdelieverd on the day the repairs were done. Overall great experience. We will use them again but hopefully we wont need to. :O)
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello! Well thanks so much for your kind words, we know the great work of Keith and John's team and yet never ever get tired of hearing about it! I hope your move-in to the new place is smooth sailing all the way, thank you again for having put us to work in the direction of making your new house into your new home! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Leah P.
Apr 2013
Everything went well. They arrived when they said they would and I haven't seen any issues since the work was done.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi there, Always glad to hear that a client is happy and that all went well, thank you for letting others know and of course thank you so much for having brought us out to improve your home for you, we very much appreciate it! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Clifton C.
Feb 2013
He did a great job. He gave some recommendations on what needed to be done and what didn't need to be done. He even showed us a photo that helped us decide what to do.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello there! I appreciate you taking the time to let others know that all was to your liking, it's an extra step you didn't have to take but we certainly appreciate your having done so! If we can ever offer any further assistance, of course feel free to reach out to us! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
MARYANN S.
Jan 2013
They were prompt, cleaned up after themselves every day and were informative and friendly.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi there! Well thank you so much for your kind words, we are very appreciative for having been awarded the job and I'm so glad that you enjoyed the experience! If there is anything else we can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Eric S.
Dec 2012
The inspector, Tom, from The Foundation Works did an excellent job. He was punctual, attentive, thorough and very clear and complete in his communication. He thoroughly inspected the foundation and the structure of the house we are in escrow in, carefully pointed out all the good and the bad issues. In addition, he was clear with communicating what parts of the structure/foundation he was unable to inspect because access was unavailable. With his report, we were comfortable in proceeding through escrow.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi! Well that was a fun inspection for sure! You've certainly told the lesser tale here, you and your sweetheart have truly found a one-of-a-kind house there, in the literal sense of the term! Having inspected countless thousands of homes, I can't recall having ever seen one built extensively out of recycled telephone poles...and yet obviously built by a true craftsman who could be categorized as a legend among many of the mere mortals in the industry today! Enjoy the new place, it's charming, bohemian vibe should bring years of great vibe for you and yours to absorb and enjoy! All the best, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Paul R.
Dec 2012
In the simplest terms, they where great to work with. They gave extensive information during there initial inspection. There crew was very respectful and they finished on time including permitting by the city of LA. I would highly recommend this company with out reservation
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello there! Thank you so much for sharing your experience of having worked with us, hearing that our team is putting smiles on many faces never gets old! If we can be of any further assistance, please of course do not hesitate to reach out, we very much appreciate having had the opportunity to give your foundation the tuning up it was longing for! Always at your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Dwight B.
Dec 2012
Brad came promptly. He appeared very profession and did the work as expected. He provided a thorough evaluation report immediately. I had some minor issues which according to him do not need immediate attention. I will definitely keep Foundation Works in mind when I have the resources to get these recommendations done. You seldom see honest contractors like them these days.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello there! Thank you so much for the kind words about Brad, we are proud to have him on our team and I am always comforted by knowing that he represents my company out there in a way that yes, raises the bar or everyone else! I really appreciate that you noticed the care factor that Brad has, your validation just further strengthens our resolve that we are marching down the right road! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Howie B.
Nov 2012
They were good. I'm still waiting on the verification of the city inspection, though.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Good Morning! Thank you again so much for having chosen The Foundation Works to take care of your foundation needs, we very much appreciate it! In terms of the city inspection process, I see by your file that the city did sign off on the work within two days of our having completed it and that my office e-mailed you the completed city approval. If for some reason it was not received, we would be more than happy to re-send it, put it in the mail, or even physically bring it to you, just let us know your preference. We want you to have the peace of mind associated with filing away the final paperwork documenting the project of course! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
James S.
Oct 2012
Based on the inspection done at the time we purchased the house, I knew of some the repairs that needed to be done. However, when Brad, the inspector for Foundation Works came out, he made a full inspection of the foundation and noted other repairs he thought necessary. The crew that came to do the work, led by Christian, was equally diligent and professional. They kept the worksite clean and organized and kept me informed as to the progress of each step. I am extremely pleased with the whole experience.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello there! Well it certainly is nice to start a Sunday morning off by reading such nice comments about my team, thank you so much! I really appreciate that feedback and am equally grateful for the opportunity of having taken care of that "new-to-you" foundation! May you have many happy times in your new place, congratulations! Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Terry T.
Oct 2012
I highly recommend Foundation Works. They did an inspection of the property. They quoted me a price for the inspection but after they did it they decided to waive the inspection fee. They came on time and pulled the permits for the job. The job included adding additional pillars under the house and bolting down existing foundation. Upon completion they washed down the driveway. After the pools of water dried it revealed lots of dirt all over the driveway. I called them and they came out and cleaned it up. They accidentally cut a phone line under the house and when I emailed them the bill they quickly reimbursed me.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to acknowledge us, I'm always glad to hear that everything was completed to one's satisfaction. As we constantly strive for perfection, I am grateful for your patience in having allowed us to have made the few corrections noted. Despite our best efforts, the fragility of so many things under a home can occasionally provide a "hiccup", such as a phone line, so thank you for your understanding on that. The project came together beautifully and with City blessing, it is now quite well prepared seismically! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
James D.
Aug 2012
The inspecton took about a half hour..
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi there! Thank you so much for the kind words, we really appreciate that! Yes, your foundation is built like a fortress, so no need for us there! However, I'm glad we were there as that leaking water heater of yours could have gone at any time and I'm glad to have brought that to your attention prior to a flooded basement! All the best, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Ulises R.
Aug 2012
The Foundation Works is top notch A+ all the way!!! I spoke with Ann, very nice person, to make an appointment and she was helpful in letting me know the person who would be inspecting, awesome job Brad, the cost and of course the day and time. Sure enough the inspector by the name of Brad showed up and did a comprehensive look at the foundation of the house. He also made a draft drawing of the house to let us know where if any problems existed. After he was finished, approximately 40 minutes, he gave me a run down on why nothing was wrong with the foundation of the house. Not only that, he did not charge me!!!! Courteous and honest without a doubt!!! I would HIGHLY recommend The Foundation Works to anyone!!!
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello! Thank you so much, we may be in the foundation business but senior to that, we are in the business of bringing good news whenever possible! There is no shortage of actual work out here to do and we are very grateful to be very busy, so it is a nice addition to the day when we get to tell someone that they don't actually need our services! :) All the best, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Margaret C.
Aug 2012
I can't say enough good things about this experience. To back up I had had a licensed contractor scheduled to repair four cracks under my house. The process leading up to that date had involved a full month of visits to the city and paying for permits, engineer, time, etc. On the day we were to get started, after peeking under the house he announced he had shockingly bad news. 11 more cracks that had appeared during the past month. My foundation must be so old it is crumbling. If the city inspector saw this my house would be red tagged and my mother and I would not be able to get back in. I live with my elderly and frail mother, so the safety of the house is of great concern to me. He claimed the house would have to be lifted while a new foundation was poured. My head was spinning. My neighbor is a real estate agent and suggested the Foundation Works for a second opinion. Brad came out promptly to see the house. He told me noticeable plaster would be coming off of the walls if the cracks had happened in a month. My cracks and happened over a long period of time due to drainage issues. My situation was common and not urgent. The red tagging was nonsense. He told me that the cracks are repairs and don't require city approval. Bolting requires the city approval but Myron gets that taken care of in a couple of hours. In a day I had a detailed description e-mailed to me of the cracks other issues found and suggested repairs. I decided to have the work done including the bolting. I scheduled them for the following Wed. and the work was done by Friday night. The amount of their quote for the repair portion of the job (11 cracks more than the previous quote) was the same as what my first guy's original quote was for four cracks before the engineer and other expenses. Myron came to oversee the work, assist with decisions and travel for needed equipment.. John was the on-the-site supervisor doing hands on work, while overseeing and in constant communication with Myron. Four other guys worked a hard eight hour day for three days under the house the whole time. They worked like a machine. As they worked the men under the house found two additional posts that needed repairing that Brad hadn't spotted plus a crack that was much larger than first had appeared and would need to be repaired in a more aggressive way. These they were honest to report and correct properly, plus didn't charge me a cent more for the extra work! They were polite as can be to me and my mother and seemed to get along well and enjoy the work. Mom actually slept through much of it and talked about how nice they were. I took a look under the house. Beautiful and neat to my untrained eye. I feel more secure in my house than ever and completely relieved I was spared the disruption and expense I was about to walk into. Myron paid a visit to hand deliver me photos since my computer didn't accept them. When there is so much dishonesty in this industry I have been so grateful to these men that do an honest day's work and provide a great needed service to the city. Every last one of them was awesome in my mind. They are the salt of the earth!
Response from The Foundation Works
"Well hello there, I am on the verge of blushing from your ever-so-kind review! Salt of the earth...? Wow, we are flattered and then some! On behalf of all of us here at The Foundation Works, thank you so much for taking the time to really communicate the experience you had, we never tire of hearing that we are setting a good example out there. I'm especially pleased when I hear that we showed up just in time to avert a potential disaster, as the one you described. If there is ever anything we can do to further assist, feel free of course to reach out! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Lidia C.
Apr 2012
Foundation Works was the fourth company we called out for an estimate. The first company charged us a fee and did not crawl under the foundation. One other company charged us a fee to provide an estimate for retrofitting, and wanted a further fee to drill into our foundation walls to see if the retrofitting would work. Too many fees. It came down to one company that also did a very thorough inspection and estimate and Foundation Works, but Foundation Works had the most realistic price and was by far more responsive than anyone else we worked with.
The guys from Foundation Works crawled around our foundation, pinpointed the problems and came up with a very clear and reasonable estimate and solution. They explained worst case scenarios for the portions of the walls that they could not determine about the quality of the foundation at the time of the estimate. Luckily, those didn't come to pass, but it was nice to know the potential costs involved.
The actual work started very quickly because they had an opening from a cancelation. The guys doing the work showed up on time, were very polite and friendly with us. I wasn't supervising all of the work, but when we showed up they were always happy to show us their progress and explain the process.
I have a half basement, so it's pretty easy to see much of the work that was done, and from my non-expert perspective, it looks really good. It basically looks like the work they explained to me. My partner was a contractor and he confirms that the work looks clean and high quality. I'll update this after the next earthquake.
Foundation work seems really tough and it didn't seem like they cut any corners or rushed anything. They came back and cleaned up the mess completely and consistently checked in throughout the job to make sure everything was ok. It was quick, easy and painless for something so vital to a home.
The guys from Foundation Works crawled around our foundation, pinpointed the problems and came up with a very clear and reasonable estimate and solution. They explained worst case scenarios for the portions of the walls that they could not determine about the quality of the foundation at the time of the estimate. Luckily, those didn't come to pass, but it was nice to know the potential costs involved.
The actual work started very quickly because they had an opening from a cancelation. The guys doing the work showed up on time, were very polite and friendly with us. I wasn't supervising all of the work, but when we showed up they were always happy to show us their progress and explain the process.
I have a half basement, so it's pretty easy to see much of the work that was done, and from my non-expert perspective, it looks really good. It basically looks like the work they explained to me. My partner was a contractor and he confirms that the work looks clean and high quality. I'll update this after the next earthquake.
Foundation work seems really tough and it didn't seem like they cut any corners or rushed anything. They came back and cleaned up the mess completely and consistently checked in throughout the job to make sure everything was ok. It was quick, easy and painless for something so vital to a home.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi there! Well thank you so much for the wonderful comments about our team here at The Foundation Works, we love to hear it! Also, thank you for choosing us from among the many choices you had, we appreciate the vote of confidence not only then, but also now that we've completed the work! Always at your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Carol L.
Mar 2012
Tom mapped out the bones of my house underneath so thoroughly that he found the problem that had eluded other professionals. (Someone had poured 7 inches of concrete on top of what everyone supposed to be earth in a 10' square room, but was actually a supported structure. the concrete plus thick Spanish tile weighed so much it knocked out the pins and created instability that made huge cracks in my walls.) 12 hours of jackhammering later, the foundation got a face lift and the walls have been crack-free ever since.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Wow, great to hear from you, it's been almost two years since we were out there but I definitely recall that one! What an oddball solution of someone to have poured what amounted to a giant concrete anchor in the middle of your house! Your house is SO relieved to have it gone and replaced with the light-weight wood floor we put there in its stead! That was an especially rewarding project for us as I recall how worried you were and yet it turned out to be a relatively simple correction, so I'm glad we were able to bring you lots of peace of mind for not a lot of expense! :) At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Ev L.
Mar 2012
., See above.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Thank you so much for your kind words...I think I'm blushing! It's always great to be able to deliver good news, we certainly come across enough bad news out there so this balances it out nicely! Be sure to go after those few drainage issues around the rear of the garage in particular and that is the best thing you can do for your house right now- All the best, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Joel P.
Mar 2012
The whole job was fantastically done, from start to finish.
First, Brad did a terrific job of assessing the foundation and retrofit problems that needed to be dealt with. His detailed description of what problems existed and what needed to be done made it easy for us to understand the full scope of the job.
The foreman, Myron, was completely professional and did a wonderful job of describing each and every step that was being taken during the repair and retrofit. This kept us constantly aware of where they were in the process. The crew of Christian, Renato, John, and Kyle were professional, hard-working, and very knowlegeable. They put a great deal of thought and effort into making sure our house was as level as it could possibly be. It had done a lot of settling since 1926, the year it was built. Further, past changes to the house done in a substandard manner had done quite a bit of damage to the foundation structure. Now the house is as solid as a rock and so close to level that we can't tell the difference.
We can't speak highly enough of the young men who did this job for us. They were prompt, cheerful, and completely absorbed by and interested in what they were doing. They genuinely seemed excited to climb into their coveralls and dive under our house.
We would use this company and crew again in a heartbeat. We would, and will, certainly recommend them.
First, Brad did a terrific job of assessing the foundation and retrofit problems that needed to be dealt with. His detailed description of what problems existed and what needed to be done made it easy for us to understand the full scope of the job.
The foreman, Myron, was completely professional and did a wonderful job of describing each and every step that was being taken during the repair and retrofit. This kept us constantly aware of where they were in the process. The crew of Christian, Renato, John, and Kyle were professional, hard-working, and very knowlegeable. They put a great deal of thought and effort into making sure our house was as level as it could possibly be. It had done a lot of settling since 1926, the year it was built. Further, past changes to the house done in a substandard manner had done quite a bit of damage to the foundation structure. Now the house is as solid as a rock and so close to level that we can't tell the difference.
We can't speak highly enough of the young men who did this job for us. They were prompt, cheerful, and completely absorbed by and interested in what they were doing. They genuinely seemed excited to climb into their coveralls and dive under our house.
We would use this company and crew again in a heartbeat. We would, and will, certainly recommend them.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Well I must say, this is a very thorough description of our process, right down to the terms, we do love when a client engages in what we are doing and really comes to a greater understanding of what it is that is happening under there! Though Myron's team are a bunch of go-getters, I'm sure the enthusiasm that I glean from your words was pervading the work area as well, and adding to the overall vibe of the project as it unfolded! Thank you so much for the wonderful comments, we are so fortunate to to able to count Brad, Myron, and the whole team amongst our ranks! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Lisa K.
Mar 2012
The inspector was very thorough and he even let me go down under the house with him! He took the time to explain what he was looking for, and he was able to figure out the time period when my home was built without me telling him. He happily noted that my flooring has great support, far more than most other homes he has seen. He gave the foundation a clean bill of health with no recommendations!
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi there, well thank you for the kind words about our lead inspector, Brad, I will be sure to forward your kind words on to him as well! As for the inspection, I'm glad to hear that we were able to issue yet another "clean bill of health", thank you so much for having had us out to have a look! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Bonnie A.
Jan 2012
When we bought our house, the inspector recommended these guys to inspect our foundation. Tom came out and had a look at the house, which had some cracks in the drywall in various rooms, and told us we needed to retro-fit the foundation. The house was built in 1946 so it seemed reasonable to me. They offered a good price and were done in a timely manner, the crew he brought out were good guys and we were very happy with the work... at first.
We were so happy in fact that when we wanted to remodel the basement we asked Tom to recommend a contractor. That was a total disaster in every regard, which I won't even get into here. I will say that at the end of overcharging for a REALLY awful job, he further insulted us by trying to push scientology on us. ugh.
That was nearly 3 years ago. Since then the drywall has cracked more and more, and several doors won't close anymore. The house is definitely shifting and the "retrofit" was unnecessary and meant we didn't actually address the real problem! Recently we had plumbers come out and replace the sewer line. Trying to get to the root of the problem, we thought perhaps the cracked sewer line was making mud under the house and causing all the shifting -not the case. When they dug out in front of the house they found that the front wall of the house doesn't have a foundation footing!!! So the whole dang thing is leaning that way causing all kinds of issues. You'd think the "foundation experts" would have noticed that in their inspection, or maybe while they were going around nailing particle board to all the studs in the basement "fixing" our foundation. What a racket.
The real bummer is now that I know what's going on, I don't know who to call to fix it!
We were so happy in fact that when we wanted to remodel the basement we asked Tom to recommend a contractor. That was a total disaster in every regard, which I won't even get into here. I will say that at the end of overcharging for a REALLY awful job, he further insulted us by trying to push scientology on us. ugh.
That was nearly 3 years ago. Since then the drywall has cracked more and more, and several doors won't close anymore. The house is definitely shifting and the "retrofit" was unnecessary and meant we didn't actually address the real problem! Recently we had plumbers come out and replace the sewer line. Trying to get to the root of the problem, we thought perhaps the cracked sewer line was making mud under the house and causing all the shifting -not the case. When they dug out in front of the house they found that the front wall of the house doesn't have a foundation footing!!! So the whole dang thing is leaning that way causing all kinds of issues. You'd think the "foundation experts" would have noticed that in their inspection, or maybe while they were going around nailing particle board to all the studs in the basement "fixing" our foundation. What a racket.
The real bummer is now that I know what's going on, I don't know who to call to fix it!
Amy S.
Dec 2011
Brad came right on time at 9am for a foundation inspection. Listened to my concerns and then went to work around and under the house. He did a very thorough job and gave me a report on what he found. He thought the foundation was overall in great shape and that no work was currently needed. He suggested we put our drainage farther away from the house to avoid excess moisture. They didn't charge us a dime. It's so unusual to hear that kind of honesty and not push for work. I would recommend Foundation Works to anyone needing an inspection done. Brad was courteous, honest and it was an overall great experience.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello, Well sounds good, always good to be able to bring some good news, that is not always possible! Do be sure to follow the drainage advise, it's far and away the most relevant factor in how you can extend the useful life of your foundation system! All the best, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
Matt W.
Nov 2011
I purchased a 1936 home and had a home inspection. I had a home inspection and one crack was noted, but I was told it was not a big deal. I decided to have The Foundation Works come for a foundation inspection. They came out and provided a very detailed report that addressed the crack that the inspector found but also a more serious crack in the corner. Brad provided me with a detailed report for its fixing and also for retrofitting the house. I wanted to get the seller - they were a bottom feeder group of investors who purchased the home out of foreclosure - but they refused and called in their own "expert" who said it was not a big deal and to just cover it with some epoxy. Foundation Works said a similar but also actually addressed strengthening the foundation and not just covering the crack to prevent water penetration. The sale was a nightmare and when it was finally over and I had possession, I contacted The Foundation Works to do the repair. Obviously, my cash reserves were low, so I worked out a payment with them. They scheduled the time, they arrived on time, and performed all repairs. They really improved the foundation and strengthened it. I cannot recommend them enough. They are a wonderful company and I will be going back to them in the future for earthquake retrofitting.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hello! Well it sounds like you are glad to be done with that particular escrow, I'm glad to hear that my team was the silver lining on that otherwise dark cloud! Thank you so much for having had us work on your new home, we are all very grateful for the opportunity to have remedied the few spots that needed it! Great success to you in the new place and of course let us know when you'd like the anchor bolting done as well, we'll be there! Tom Pelletier, Owner"
JUDY P.
Oct 2011
It went very well. Work was completed quickly and exactly as detailed on the estimate. Brad Nestler provided the estimate and answered many questions both over the phone and by email.
Response from The Foundation Works
"Hi there! Well thank you very much for taking a moment to let other Angie's Lister's know that you were happy with your experience, I appreciate very much having been giving the opportunity to take care of your foundation for you! Please feel free to contact us if we can ever offer any further assistance, and thank you again for having put us on your team! At your service, Tom Pelletier, Owner The Foundation Works"
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FAQ
The Foundation Works is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
The Foundation Works accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, The Foundation Works offers free project estimates.
No, The Foundation Works does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Foundation Works does not offer a senior discount.
No, The Foundation Works does not offer emergency services.
Yes, The Foundation Works offers warranties.