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 1-25 of 229 reviews

Elina B.
10/2024
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Working with DJ from Groundworks (Select Basement) has been an outstanding experience. After struggling with various contractors who either failed to resolve our water issues or were unprofessional, DJ and his team truly stood out. DJ was incredibly helpful, patient, and responsive throughout the entire process. Our home is a ranch with 225 linear feet around the perimeter, and while other contractors insisted on installing a French drain for the entire length, DJ recommended a more targeted approach. He proposed installing the French drain for just 80 linear feet, focusing only on the areas where water intrusion was likely. His thorough explanations and prompt responses to all our questions were greatly appreciated. The workers arrived on time, maintained a clean work environment, and completed the job as promised. If we could give 10 stars, we would! Groundworks is a highly professional and honest company that didn't try to inflate the scope of work to charge us more. We wholeheartedly recommend them.
Description of Work: Basement waterproofing

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

Simone G.
10/2024
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Handsome Jay answered all of my questions. He was patient and professional. I appreciate him and the Groundworks team.
Description of Work: Basement waterproofing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000

Anand Nathan S.
10/2024
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
am writing to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding service provided by Corey throughout my recent basement sealing project. From the very first interaction, Corey demonstrated professionalism, courtesy, and an impressive depth of knowledge. His ability to clearly explain the scope of work and answer all of my questions put me at ease regarding this significant and costly undertaking. What truly set Corey apart was his patience and dedication, even after the project was completed. He remained available to address my concerns and ensure that I was fully satisfied with the outcome. His thorough approach and commitment to customer satisfaction were instrumental in my decision to move forward with your company, even at a higher cost. It’s rare to encounter such a level of integrity and care, and Corey’s efforts have made a lasting impression on me. It’s thanks to professionals like Corey that I have full confidence in the quality and value of your services, and I would gladly recommend ground works to others based on this experience.
Description of Work: Basement sealing

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
$25,000

V F.
08/2024
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Hi, I am an old customer of Select Basement for many years. This is my incredibly happy and satisfied review on the service call by Kenny M. First the backstory. The alarm went off on my battery backup on Wednesday early evening I called Select several times and no one got back to me. I just wanted to know if this was a serious problem. Considering all the rain we were having that week. This was unusual for Select not to return my call in a timely manner from the great service I had received from Select Basement for many years. I explained to the customer service representatives who took my calls who were very professional and tried to help but to no avail no one called me to answer my question. I received a called back Friday morning to set up an appointment for Monday to look at the alarm on the battery backup to the sump pump. I inquired if our annual maintenance check could be performed at the same time and was told yes. Monday morning Kenny called to say “He was on his way”. My appointment was at 8, he arrived 7:45. This was great because I had a 9:00 virtual business meeting. I explained my frustration with Select Basement and merging with Groundworks. Kenny took the time to explain the system changes and how things work now with Groundworks. Kenny proceeded to look at the battery and said it is working properly now. He asked how long we have had it. I said several years he recommend changing the battery, which he did. Kenny also performed the maintenance of flushing the French drain system to make sure that is still working fine. He took several pictures along the way to validate what he was doing. He addressed the dehumidifier that we have, he adjusted it so it would drain into the nearest little french drain hole. Kenny did a great job. He was careful to address all the issues that he thought needed to be addressed. Kenny was very professional and respectful technician leaving no mess behind. Our water has a lot of iron ore, Kenny cleaned the ore around the pump and also offered a recommendation on how to reduce the ore around the pump. He also explained the difference in the service pricing for the warranty offered. I appreciated Kenny taking the time to explain everything that Groundworks now offers to their customers. I know Select Basement and Groundworks merged only a few months back. However, the most important thing is customer service. If I called on Wednesday night thinking I am having an emergency, I should not have to wait for my call to be returned on Friday morning. I text Jason from Select Basement late that evening since no one got back to me right away . Jason responded right away and put my fears to rest and suggested a few options for the alarm shut off that did not work. He said he would pass the issue to the one of the managers. There has to be better response to customer when several calls are made with not even a touch point call back. Thank God by basement was not flooded. Select would have lost a customer.
Description of Work: Kenny took the time to explain the system changes and how things work now with Groundworks Kenny proceeded to look at the battery and said it is working properly now. He asked how long we have had it. I said several years he recommend changing the battery, which he did. Kenny also performed the maintenance of flushing the French drain system to make sure that is still working fine. He took several pictures along the way to validate what he was doing. He addressed the dehumidifier that we have, he adjusted it so it would drain into the nearest little french drain hole. Kenny did a great job.

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

Justin H.
08/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
The entire team was a pleasure to work with. Extremely fair pricing and incredibly responsive to all inquiries. They recommended the best solution, gave us plenty of upgrades to consider but they were not pushy. Work went very smooth and the crew pushed beyond the normal end of work day to get the job done in one day. Would definitely hire again.
Description of Work: French Drains

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

Joe F.
08/2020
3.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
The work went well, BUT I have yet to get a recite for work performed. Makes you worry that I can't prove work was done by professionals, also for any warranty work needed. This alone soured the whole deal and I may not recommend then also it casts a shadow of doubt to your credibility.
Description of Work: Interior drainage

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$4,000

Dave H.
01/2019
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
the entire team was great, very professional, timely, did a great job in answering all of my (stupid) questions - would definitely hire them again
Description of Work: Installed french drain in 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

Karen G.
11/2018
3.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 1 more
Someone came out in October to look, made suggestions about how to fix the problem, but no one got back to me with an estimate. I sent a message recently, with no response.
Description of Work: Crawl space waterproofing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
2.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

joe B.
09/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing, pressure washing, wells
  + 1 more
Company showed up on time , consulted with me about the work to be done . Tom , the supervisor came back to me any time he had a question about demo . In about 7 hours basement stripped , drains jack hammered , piping , stone , pumps installed , all debris taken away , a good cleanup of everything including power washing of basement floor . Next day came back and cemented drains and installed microbial barrier on walls . Total time of job about 10 hours . What did I do , sat on a lawn chair out front of my house ! I have never seen such work done like this , all the men worked very hard and as this was during the heat wave all the more impressive . I would definitely recommend Select Waterproofing , they are great !!
Description of Work: Complete basement tear out , walls , tile flooring , ceiling . 2 sump pumps installed , 1 in garage , 1 in full basement , microbial barrier installed on all walls where " French " drain was put in

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

Rhonda C.
07/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
Very responsive, very well priced service call.
Description of Work: Replace 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

Mark A.
06/2018
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, wells
  + 1 more
Fabulous! From estimate to completion of work, the team at Select exceeded my expectations. They were not the cheapest but I thought they were the most honest in their estimate of work needed. My basement is dry for the first time in 50 years! Work was done in one day. Tommy and his crew of three workers arrived on time and completed the job leaving no mess. They could not have been any nicer and answered all my questions. They designed the system to impact upon my finished basement as little as possible. We have had substantial rainfall since the completion of work and so far, I am bone dry!
Description of Work: Basement waterproofing

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

Rich F.
10/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Very professional job from the beginning. Damon came out right away to provide an estimate which was detailed and easy to understand. Took the time to explain what was needed and answered all my questions. The team that came out on the day the work was performed were on time and professional. I did have a problem unfortunately right away with the Santa Fe dehumidifier in that it was not lowering the humidity as intended. I called Damon and after sending him some pictures of the settings on the unit he confirmed that the unit was not functioning properly and immediately said (without any effort from me) that they would replace the unit. They brought the new unit a couple of days later and it has been working great since then.
Description of Work: Installed new sump pump and Santa Fe Classic Dehumidifier, encapsulated crawl space and another sand area with dimple matting and vapor barrier and sealed 4 vents.

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

Mikhail L.
09/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Very professional work. They did the job quickly. Provided detailed instructions for maintaining the installed drainage system
Description of Work: Installed drainage system 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
$3,400

Frank D.
09/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I would recommend them to everyone. Jerome was honest and always returned calls immediately answering my questions . Ray , Tito and the whole crew were great guys. They worked clean they were professional and explained everything. Ray took the time to walk me through and show me every detail. Awesome job. Great company . Thanks again guys Frank
Description of Work: New drain for window well , new liner , new glass block Window.

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

Dara I.
09/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Called them at 8:30am - job complete by 12:30pm = Awesome!
Description of Work: New 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

Lori V.
09/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
They showed up in a timely fashion. They returned phone calls. They were neat and clean. It took them two days at the most. There were four people that came out.
Description of Work: They put a water proofing system put in 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
$10,000

David D.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing, basement waterproofing, foundation repair, epoxy flooring
  + 2 more
extremely professional, no mess. so happy with job I asked that the company come back and do a epoxy finish of the basement floor which also was done superbly.
Description of Work: Burry existing's and install underground drain system into existing sump pump with necessary placement of cement footings as no footings were present from original construction of an older home.initial estimate was approximately $5000 for just the drain system however I was given the option of canceling the job or proceeding once that it was discovered that the home had no footings and it would be potentiallyunsafe to proceed.

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

Marjorie B.
08/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
The guys from Basement Select were both professional and very honest with me. They had to dig and install a footing in the basement of my very old house before putting on the French drain. It took a few more days than planned, before the lack of footing was a surprise, but they came on a Saturday to finish the job and left the basement in perfect condition. I would recommend them to anyone who asks.
Description of Work: Install French drain

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
$17,000

Yogesh & Dipika S.
08/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Mike from Select basement gave fair price, next day availability and removed kitchen cabinets and sitting arrangements so much carefully that nothing was broken and I was able to put those back. We never had flooded basement after his work. My house is down the hill so sump pump was releasing so much water that it was hard to cut grass as it was muddy. I called him after 6 months and he solved the problem in minutes. He knows his work very well. He also told me that I can call him any time if I need. What else any one want?
Description of Work: I purchased house from Estate and did not know it was flooding. There was no French drain or Sump Pump in the basement. I had full kitchen and sitting arrangements in the basement. Those needed to be removed to do french drain and I was not ready to see these 2 gone.

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

Joshua M.
07/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
went very well; he told us we didn't have problem.
Description of Work: checked 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

Dianne G.
06/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
Great. They were very organized and clean
Description of Work: Installed French drains in entire basement perimeter and 2 sump pumps

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

MICHAEL I.
01/2017
5.0
wells
  + -1 more
It went very well -- Andy was punctual and arrived on time. He was very friendly and courteous, and he explained specifically what he was planning to do during the visit. After the job was completed, he reviewed the items and explained what he saw. He left the work area as it was, clean and free of debris. Andy is an excellent representative of Select Basement, a company I've used before, and a company I plan to use again in the future.
Description of Work: Inspection of sump pump and backup battery

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

Brian D.
01/2017
4.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, pressure washing, wells, foundation repair
  + 3 more
The job went very well. Crews were on time, professional, clean and really went out of their way to get the job done quickly and effectively.
Description of Work: French drain system installed, extensive foundation damage repaired, 2 basement windows installed

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000

Victor Z.
12/2016
5.0
concrete repair, wells, drain pipe
  + 1 more
Tommy and Dylan called ahead of time, arrived on time, and were as courtesy as you could hope for. They answered all questions and encouraged anything I wanted to see. They were neat and swept up after themselves. I could not have expected anything better. We know there are additional drainage issues we need to deal with in the future, and I would call these guys back in a heartbeat. Highly recommended!
Description of Work: They replaced the sump pump pit, installed a new strponger pump, and diverted the outside drain to accommodate a ball valve in case the line became frozen.

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
$1,800

Colin G.
05/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
By the time we called Select, I'd consulted with three other basement companies about a puddle we were getting in our basement. The first two had recommended a completely new drainage system for our basement (one at a price of ~$4k, the other at $14k — yes, $14k), despite already having one, while the third had said it wasn't a problem with out drainage. DJ came down and took a look to see what was up. Not only was he very friendly, knowledgable, and took his time, but he also arrived at the conclusion that, while it was possible there was a problem with our drainage, he didn't think that was the issue. He recommended holding off on any work until we could figure out the issue as he didn't feel comfortable doing basement work without a clear idea of what was happening. No sales pitch, just an apology for not being able to figure out exactly what it was and a promise to come back if we needed work. Turns out, he was right: it wasn't our drainage at all, just one of the boilers in the basement on the fritz. While I can't speak to their work, compared to the first two companies we used, Select were wonderful. I wouldn't hesitate to call them again.
Description of Work: DJ came to investigate a mysterious puddle that had been forming on our basement floor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

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