Groundworks

Foundation Repair, Concrete Leveling, Structural Engineering,

About us

Groundworks, formerly, Matvey Foundation Repair is the leading structural and concrete repair firm in Western Washington. We specialize in repairing residential and commercial foundations, concrete slabs, bowing/cracked basement walls, sinking floors, concrete porches, settling/cracked foundations, and other structural issues. We raise and level concrete pavements, driveways, and sidewalks. We also offer basement waterproofing. Our expert design technicians provide professional services for commercial, residential, industrial, government, and municipal applications with award-winning products and superior customer service. CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE!

Business highlights

28 years of trusted experience
Se Habla Español
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Concrete Lifting & Leveling Foundation, Retaining Poured Wall Repair, Basement & Crawlspace, Waterproofing & Drainage Installation, Structural Engineering Services Penntek Floor Coatings.

Services we don't offer

WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, 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

4.5161 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
75%
4
10%
3
4%
2
4%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.4
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.6

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Showing 101-125 of 161 reviews

neal P.
01/2020
5.0
mudjacking, foundation repair
  + 0 more
the void was filed
Description of Work: fill void under garage
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Groundworks
Thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time!

anita H.
05/2019
5.0
mudjacking, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Very well.
Description of Work: Leveling sidewalk.

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

Response from Groundworks
Thank you so much for your response! We appreciate you taking the time.

Harry H.
02/2019
5.0
mudjacking
  + -1 more
Great!!!!!
Description of Work: Raise walkway and slab.

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

Response from Groundworks
Thanks you for your review!

hasan E.
10/2017
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
The project is on hold .
Description of Work: I had a detailed estimate only .

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Sally A.
10/2017
5.0
mudjacking, foundation repair, patios
  + 1 more
Looks great. I was very pleased.
Description of Work: Patio lifted

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

Response from Groundworks
Thank you for choosing Matvey Foundation Repair, and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Please let us know if we can assist you on anything in the future. Matvey Foundation Repair

paul D.
10/2017
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
...
Description of Work: ...

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

Response from Groundworks
Thank you for choosing Matvey Foundation Repair, and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Please let us know if we can assist you on anything in the future. Matvey Foundation Repair

Christopher P.
09/2017
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
did not hire
Description of Work: foundation crack repair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Groundworks
Thank you for choosing Matvey Foundation Repair, and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Please let us know if we can assist you on anything in the future. Matvey Foundation Repair

Jeff F.
08/2017
5.0
mudjacking
  + -1 more
Great job.
Description of Work: fill voids under sidewalk, raise concrete patio slab that had gone out of level.

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

Response from Groundworks
Thank you for choosing Matvey Foundation Repair, and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! Please let us know if we can assist you on anything in the future. Michelle Short Matvey Foundation Repair

Vicky G.
07/2017
5.0
mudjacking, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Looks great!
Description of Work: Raising our front porch.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Groundworks
Thank you for choosing Matvey Foundation Repair, and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! Please let us know if we can assist you on anything in the future. Michelle

Gordon S.
06/2017
5.0
mudjacking, foundation repair
  + 0 more
They did a nice job.
Description of Work: Leveling of our floors.

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
$10

Pamela B.
02/2017
1.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
I am looking elsewhere.
Description of Work: I'm representing a buyer of a home which had some foundation/crawlspace work done but a "budget" contractor. I wanted an inspection from a different foundation/crawlspace contractor to determine if the work performed was sufficient or needed additional remedial work done. Matvey said they wouldn't look at it unless they were to do the work....how can I assure them work without them looking at it first? Not customer centric obviously-which doesn't earn my trust.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0


Response from Groundworks
Hi [Member Name Removed], I am sorry to hear this happened, it is not company policy. We often go look at homes for customers looking to purchase a home. I am searching our records to attempt to find who you spoke with, so I can review this and train them. I would like to speak with you on the phone, and would like to get a certified Design Technician out to take a look at this property for you and make this right. Feel free to contact me directly, Cathrine Morrison Marketing Manager Matvey Foundation Repair, inc. (253) 327-1650

Lonnie R.
07/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They completed the work. They put the grass back over the holes and even washed my driveway. When they were under the house getting ready for the lift, they found a leaky pipe and let me know so I could call the plumber. They were all very nice. They only thing was i did not remember being told that the whole procedure would take 4 days. I can see why it took that many days for the work to be completed. They explained what they were going to do so I was completely comfortable with the procedure. I would recommend them. We will use them for some additional work we have planned.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark H.
06/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Andrew W.
06/2016
4.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Structural engineer came by for an evaluation and told me what I knew in that my house is slanted and needs some foundation work. The work I need is more extensive than Matvey currently does, they are all about a push pier system, which didn't fit my situation. Gave some good info and sent me a report on it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

$99

Taunna J.
06/2016
1.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They never replied back to me. |They never attempted, that I am aware of, to contact me. |I paid for services and noted times of best availability and heard nothing from them. |No return email or phone call. |

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Thomas D.
05/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lee L.
04/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Michael M.
04/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Meryl .
04/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Mary B.
03/2016
5.0
remodeling, foundation repair
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: The engineer they sent out was extremely knowledgeable and thorough. He did a complete walk through of my home and my yard. He followed up timely and wrote up a very detailed report. His suggestions were very helpful and he didn't try to "sell me" on additional expenses or services. He was also pleasant to work with.

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
$100

Robert D.
03/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Jason Bell, PE, ame and located possible issues with our foundation. He provided a professional diagram and complete written estimate for proposed future foundation work.

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

Ricardo M.
03/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Amanda T.
03/2016
3.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Paid $49 for a Foundation & Elevation Inspection, Preventive Water Leakage Plan and $500 Credit Angie's List deal. They came out and did the inspection without any issue (except forgetting to bring a flashlight). Despite finding some cracks, no repair was offered or done. Recommended that I put a sealant on the cracks and monitor them to see if they get bigger. Inspector said he would bring out strips to put on the cracks to keeps tabs on them but the measuring strips never arrived. Overall the service wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either, I felt like my inspection was an inconvenience for the inspector.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$49

Robert D.
02/2016
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

ED G.
03/2006
1.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Nightmare. Mat Cote' is simply not trustworthy. He abandoned our job, saying he was broke and out of business. Now I see that he's still operating. He did not finish the work, leaving us with about half of the job to do after we paid him 75% of the money, plus excessive change orders. The framer was skilled, but most other work performed by Matvey is questionable. Several items failed inspection. He used an unlicensed electrician who screwed up and tried to hide dangerous wires in a ceiling. We were lied to all along and overcharged in change orders on several occasions. Dust control and prevention of damage to our house was poor, so we have to make repairs. They put holes in our new roof to hold scaffolding and then failed to patch them, leaving leaks. All that I say here is well documented. Believe me, you do not want to trust Mat Cote' with your job.
Description of Work: Added second floor addition to our house. Didn't finish.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
2.0

$100,000

Response from Groundworks
This is unfortunately what happens when the client(s) does not fully understand the job as well as the foreman on the job. We helped the client in every way we could and we have since closed our residential division.


Service hours

Sunday:
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
MATVECI991CB
Trade License Locale
WA
Trade License Authority
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
Trade License Expiration
11/04/2024

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
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

Foundation Repair,
Concrete Leveling,
Structural Engineering,
Basement Waterproofing,
Concrete Driveways,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Asphalt Driveways

FAQ

Groundworks is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Monday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 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: Concrete Lifting & Leveling Foundation, Retaining Poured Wall Repair, Basement & Crawlspace, Waterproofing & Drainage Installation, Structural Engineering Services Penntek Floor Coatings.
WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, 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:
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM