Groundworks

Basement Waterproofing, Wells and Pumps, Foundation Repair,

About us

Established in 2004, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across New Jersey, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks 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 Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

Business highlights

20 years of trusted experience
Se Habla Español
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Concrete Lifting, Crawl Space Supports, Helical Piers, Push Piers, Wall Repair Systems, Wall Anchors, Interior Drainage Systems, Sump Pumps, Dehumidifiers, Wet Basements, Uneven Floors, Leaking Window Wells, Musty Basements, Crawl Space Mold, Basement Floor Cracks, Floor Joist Failure

Services we don't offer

WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, Concrete Sealing, Radon Mitigation, Basement Refinishing, Concrete Resurfacing, Building New Foundations, Exterior Drainage, Pouring Concrete, Working with Asphalt, Installing Masonry, French Drains, New Construction, Yard Drainage, Generators

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Financing Available

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.7229 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
80%
4
7%
3
7%
2
3%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.6
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 76-100 of 229 reviews

Kelly B.
11/2013
5.0
excavators, basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 1 more
Overall very well and just took one day. They had to come back after the project was completed to make a few minor adjustments but did that on a timely basis. Phone contact and customer service was excellent. My back foundation is guaranteed never to leak again!
Description of Work: Excavated back of house, repaired and waterproofed foundation. Removed drywall and mold inside basement wall and painted foundation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Tatiana S.
10/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
  + 1 more
They arrived on time, were very friendly and considerate, did a quick and thorough job, and cleaned up after themselves. A pleasure to work with.
Description of Work: Thoroughly waterproofed the basement in my 1860's home. Dug up old flooring, installed french drainage system, new sump pumps, new window wells, and sealed walls (interior).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000

SUSAN O.
10/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
They were very efficient. They were good but the price was too high. They were very professional. The salesman knew his stuff and he showed us a lot of things. It was very well explained. The big thing was the price; it was too expensive for us. They had several options; the grand deluxe was $9,100 down to the basic for $7,900. The estimate we got was $8,400 which was the middle service. They were great and we had nothing against them; it was just too expensive for us.
Description of Work: We got an estimate from Select Basement Waterproofing for a French drain in our basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Shandra N.
10/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
We did not have to use the services of this provider or any other, for the problem.
Description of Work: was on time, very respectful etc. Our water problem stopped on its own, no repair was needed after all.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Robert O.
09/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, foundation repair
  + 1 more
Very thorough and professional. Would use again without hesitation.
Description of Work: Replaced sump pump and repaired water damage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

kristina V.
09/2013
4.0
DJ was great, he braved flooded streets to get to my place and gave what I felt was an accurate assessment of the mold problem on the first floor. I really liked that he was not a typical salesperson, he seemed more like someone in production who actually did the work so he did not try to upsell or scare me, and gave a straightforward opinion and estimate for remediation. I did not go with Select Basement since they could not provide a warranty for the mold remediation, but would definitely call them again if I needed basement waterproofing, which I believe is guaranteed. The company was very responsive to my questions and concerned and followed up with me before and after the appointment.
Description of Work: Came out to inspect premises for mold and provide estimate for remediation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Anthony D.
09/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
While I did not use this company they were very professional and the estimate was reasonable
Description of Work: Provided an estimate to resolve the issue that I was having with water getting into the house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Sean V.
08/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Not really appropriate for our needs. Our condo association wanted to look at our garage in regards to water leaking in from the outside. Technician gave walked around our garage and outside property and provided some recommendations that Select Basement Waterproofing Inc does not provide. Overall a good experience for the money as we now have the right direction and actions to take and get pricing.
Description of Work: $50 for Basement Waterproofing Interior & Exterior Inspection & Analysis

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Joanne C S.
07/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I really didn't use Select Basement Waterproofing Inc. I just had the guy come in and he made suggestions. He was very good. What happened was, I had someone else in the business and he drew holes in the basement to release the water down into the french drain. So, when Select Basement came in, he said that was a good idea and that I should put this barrier or something around it, so that the holes are covered and it drains into the french drain, instead of going on the floor or something past it. He made a suggestion about outside. The gutter came down underneath the deck and he said he would angle it a different way, because the water was coming around the corner there and that's where it was seeping in. That's what his suggestions were. He was very good. He was on time. There were no problems. I would have used him, but I was selling the house and the realtor took care of all the repairs for me. He was very knowledgeable.
Description of Work: I purchased an Angie's Big Deal to an inspection of our basement. They did the work shortly after I purchased the Big Deal.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Kelly V.
07/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Workers were prompt and courteous. Everyone moved quickly and with a purpose. The job was completed when they said it would be. Very professional group. We will do business again! Thank you!
Description of Work: Installed french drain in 2/3 of our basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Elizabeth R.
07/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
We had basement flooding every time there was a heavy rainfall. We called Select and the man (a supervisor, whose name I've forgotten, I'm sorry to say -- apologies for the brain freeze) came out the same day to assess the problem and make suggestions for repair. (Other companies that we called had a wait time of a few weeks just to come out for an estimate.) The supervisor was knowledgeable and very pleasant. He recommended we install a french drain and sump pump to remedy the problem. At that time, we agreed to have the work done. The crew and supervisor (five in all) showed up as scheduled on June 27, 2013 and the job was completed without incident within five hours time. The crew was friendly and efficient and worked diligently the entire time. We've since had a couple of hard rainfalls and have had no water in the basement. We are very relieved and happy with the services provided by Select, and would highly recommend their services.
Description of Work: Installed french drains, sump pump, and painted cinder block walls with waterproof paint.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,250

Kashif N.
07/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
It was an Angie's list Big Deal that I purchased. It was good.
Description of Work: Select Basement Waterproofing came out and checked for any leakage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

David M.
07/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
Easiest job I have ever had here. Salesman came in looked over our situation and told us what it would cost. When we could not afford this he looked at other options for us to afford the service. They wanted to start 3 days later as they had a crew free. But permits from my town held up the work for about another week. They then set a convenient date for us of about 3 days after that. The crew should up exactly when they said they would and went right to work. They explained all the issues that they would take care of and how they where going to do it. They then went about covering everything with plastic including the doorway so that the dust would not get to the rest of my house. The work took 3 days to complete. The crew never really bothered me the entire time except to ask permission to use the bathroom once or twice. After the job was completed they worked with me and my insurance to get the payment as this was paid for due to hurricane Irene damage. about 3 weeks later we had a huge rain storm and the basement was dry. I filmed water pouring through the block walls . but the system took care of all of it and the basement was dry. We did notice some minor leaks and these and one or two other issues are being addressed while I right this.
Description of Work: Complete Basement waterproofing with install of 2 new sump pits and 5 window well drains

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,000

Pamela J.
07/2013
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, wells, interior painters
  + 2 more
I have a 4 bedroom colonial and the basement is large. Years ago I had french drains put in but the roots from the large trees around the property had made large cracks in the cement floor causing moisture and mold. The job was very extensive, the crew ( about 10 guys) came early with all the equipment and worked very hard removing items that I hadn't been able to get rid of, then they broke up old concrete and dug down 8 inches removing old roots and clogged drainage and hauled everything out by buckets, lots of buckets, several truck loads of debri was removed. In just three (3) days, I had a transformed basement w/new drainage system, 2 sump pumps a large dehumidifier and the brick walls were painted with mold resistant paint. They reconnected my washer/dryer and large freezer and cleaned up my yard nicely, the owner Jermone made sure that everything was left in order and to our satisfaction and it was...I highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: dug down 8 inches, put in new drainage systems ( 2 sump pumps) , layed stone/poured concrete, installed a large dehumidifier, a painted the entire basement with mold resistant paint.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000

MICHAEL L.
07/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, interior painters
  + 1 more
An excellent experience from start to finish. We had a large "wet" basement which had flooded as a result of the August 2011 hurricane, an experience we did not want to ever go through again. The owner responded promptly to our initial call and came and provided an estimate without any "over sell" or pressure. He suggested several alternatives at different price levels. After obtaining competing estimates from several other contactors we chose Select because we were impressed with the owner's professionalism and presentation, and felt it was the best choice to get the job done the right way. Select was not the lowest estimate, and we did not choose Select's least expensive alternative. The job was scheduled quickly and completed ontime ( 4 consecutive days). The crew was neat and clean and all debris removed.The basement looked great. More importantly, our basement has remained dry, even through Super Storm Sandy with the help of a portable generator to keep the pumps operating during the two week power outage we endured.
Description of Work: Complete basement waterproofing including drains around entire perimeter; provision and installation of two pumps plus two addtional battery backup pumps; and painting of all walls

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Anthony D.
06/2013
5.0
insulation, basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe, epoxy flooring
  + 3 more
I really appreciated how Jerome came by to first inspect the basement. He walked me thru the issues and possible solutions. He was very knowledgable and patient with all the questions we had. He provided a fair estimate for all the work and he didnt pressure us into signing a contract right then and there like other basement waterproofing companies. We had recieved a few other estimates before Jerome came out and it was pretty obvious to me that his company was a level above the rest. When we decided to use Select Basement, Jerome stopped by again and layed out a plan for us so there were no surprises. His crew was awesome. They showed up on time and were professional and respectful. They really worked hard and went out of their way to not to damage our home and keep everything clean outside of the work area - truly professional. When they finished their work, they cleaned up the entire area inside and outside. They walked me thru everything and make sure I understood how to use the equipment. They came back the following week to start the epoxy flooring which came out great. I recommend this service for anyones basement. Our basement looks great now. Its no longer dingy and musty. No more mold or water! Jerome- Thanks for all your help. We looking forward to using our basement again!
Description of Work: basement waterproofing including new french drains, new sump pumps, insulation, epoxy flooring and drainage

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Terry C.
06/2013
5.0
wells
  + -1 more
It was excellent. They even called to check the system for free a year later.
Description of Work: They put in a sumpt pump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Michelle H.
06/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, interior painters
  + 1 more
Showed up on time. Work went smooth. Completed the job in one day. One small hitch was they cut my laundry pipe without consulting me but they rectified the problem by fixing it.
Description of Work: Mold remediation, clean, paint, tear down some partial wall and french drains for entire basement plus installed sump pump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,250

Wally T.
06/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
It was quick and there haven’t been any real problems with it. The whole thing was done in a very short order as I recall. They did quite well and the price was medium. The quality of the work was very good.
Description of Work: My sister purchased a big deal with Select Basement Waterproofing Inc to waterproof the basement of my mother’s house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Filipe O.
06/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I found them on Angie's List. My experience with them went pretty good.
Description of Work: I used Select Basement Waterproofing Inc. for putting in French drain in my basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,200

Theresa W.
06/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, pressure washing, wells, drain pipe, interior painters
  + 3 more
They're pricing was very reasonable and there was no pressure as far as them quoting. They were very professional and friendly. Very hard working, worked non stop and finished the project in one day.
Description of Work: Put in some French drains, an additional sump pump. Redirected water flow so the basement would be dry. Put up water proof sheeting on the wall to make sure it would be insulated and dry. After they were done they power washed and painted.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Jessica G.
06/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
DJ, the foreman, came to our home to review a very small amount of water in our basement. He was exceptionally knowledgeable and looked at the inside and two areas of the outside and gave us a lot of insight. We actually didn't need waterproofing services, he recommended a mason to repoint our brick foundation instead. I highly trusted his advice - he was exceptionally knowledgeable about all kinds of basement and house construction. It was clear our job wasn't a match for his company but he didn't rush out - he stayed and answered our questions and offered suggestions. I was exceptionally pleased with this company. I would definitely recommend them based on my initial interactions. The company was very responsive, scheduled a quick appointment, and he was very punctual.
Description of Work: Evaluated a very small amount of water in my basement - looking for a root cause and ideas to remedy it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Christine B.
06/2013
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe, interior painters
  + 3 more
They arrived on time ( 10 AM ) the day of the install. I was apprehensive that they would damage our lawn going back & forth out of the bilco doors with the concrete they jackhammered up and bringing in all the other materials. I was also worried that the dust from the jackhammer would create too much dust throughout the house. Well all my fears were unfounded...as I said they came in at 10 AM and completed the entire job by 4PM that very same afternoon!!! The workers never used a wheelbarrel to cart any of the materials..they used the big mud buckets to take out and bring in everything including the new cement. They were extremely neat and we had minimal to no concrete dust in the upstairs of our house!! I think at one time they had 14+ workers doing the install. A slight problem came up but they found a way to make it all work. We went thru & inspected the job with the foreman. They cleaned up the antire area and painted the surrounding walls with a clean white paint. WE are 100% satisfied with the entire operation from quote to install. We have not been able to actully see how the system will perform as we have not had any bad weather with heavy rain since the install...but we feel much better if a storm does come as with the project a battery back up pump was also installed.
Description of Work: We had an existing french drain installed apprx 20 yrs ago and as water sometimes does we were getting water in the basement in areas that we never had a problem with water before and did not have a french drain in those areas. We were in the process of getting three estimates to upgrade the system just days before we were hit with the super storm Sandy on Oct 29th. After we semi recoverd from Sandy we went over the three prposals and thought that we liked Select's quote the best. We had BJ from Select come back this past April to go over the quote and what they proposed to do. We were pleased with his opinion of how to upgrade and fix our problem areas. We signed with them that day gave a $400.00 deposit and set a date for the install.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,200

Brendan G.
04/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
They were efficient, on time, had competitive pricing and followed up 6 months later. We really appreciated that they followed up with us.
Description of Work: They put a battery operated back up pump for the basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Elliott T.
03/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Very professional even though we did not need their services a complete assessment was performed.
Description of Work: Very professional even though we did not need their services a complete assessment was performed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro


Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
13VH03596500
Trade License Locale
NJ
Trade License Authority
New Jersey Division Of Consumer Affairs
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2025

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Basement Waterproofing,
Wells and Pumps,
Foundation Repair,
Insulation,
Mold Testing & Remediation,
Concrete Leveling

FAQ

Groundworks is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Monday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Groundworks accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Financing Available
Yes, Groundworks offers free project estimates.
Yes, Groundworks offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Groundworks does not offer a senior discount.
No, Groundworks does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Groundworks offers warranties.
Groundworks offers the following services: Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Concrete Lifting, Crawl Space Supports, Helical Piers, Push Piers, Wall Repair Systems, Wall Anchors, Interior Drainage Systems, Sump Pumps, Dehumidifiers, Wet Basements, Uneven Floors, Leaking Window Wells, Musty Basements, Crawl Space Mold, Basement Floor Cracks, Floor Joist Failure
WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, Concrete Sealing, Radon Mitigation, Basement Refinishing, Concrete Resurfacing, Building New Foundations, Exterior Drainage, Pouring Concrete, Working with Asphalt, Installing Masonry, French Drains, New Construction, Yard Drainage, Generators

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM