The problem
Why most jobs like this go sideways.
Foundation and structural work is where general contractors get bitten - slow rented excavators, unclear or absent engineering, scope creep that doubles the price. You deserve a contractor who OWNS the equipment, has PE engineers on retainer (not on a 6-week wait), and will tell you when you DON'T need the expensive fix. We own our excavators, our forms, our scaffolding - so when we say we'll be in the dirt next Tuesday, we will be.
Included scope
In writing, before you sign anything.
Foundation Repair
Piers, jacks, crack injection, underpinning. Engineered.
Retaining Walls
Block, poured, segmental. Engineered above 4ft.
Drainage
French drains, sump pumps, surface grading.
Excavation
Site prep, rough grading. Owned excavators.
What you get
What lands in your file when we're done.
- Free site walk + soil/drainage assessment - written report yours to keep
- Owned excavators - no rental scheduling delays
- 3 PE structural engineering firms on retainer (parallel quotes when speed matters)
- Foundation repair: piers, jacks, crack injection, full underpinning
- Retaining walls (engineered + stamped for height > 4ft)
- French drains, surface drainage, sump pump install
- Site prep and rough grading for additions + ADUs
How we work
How we run it.
Free Assessment
Free site walk + soil + drainage assessment. Engineer engaged early if structural. We'll tell you when the cheap fix beats the expensive underpinning - because sometimes it does.
Engineering + Permit
PE-stamped engineering. Permit if required (in our name). Utility locate. Neighbor + landscape protection plan.
Our Crew, Our Equipment
Excavation, form, pour, cure. OUR crew, OUR excavators, OUR schedule - no rental waitlist.
Engineer Sign-Off + Warranty
Engineer sign-off, final inspection, 10-year structural workmanship warranty in your name. Transferable to next owner.
Questions, answered
Frequently asked.
How do I know if my foundation actually needs repair?
Cracks > 1/4" wide, doors sticking, floors sloping - those are signals. We do free assessments and won't sell you work you don't need. That's not marketing, that's how we've survived 17 years.
Do I need an engineer for a retaining wall?
Yes if it retains > 4ft of soil, or if it's near a structure. We engage the PE for you - and a wall built without engineering is one that comes down in the next freeze-thaw, on your insurance.
Can you fix drainage without re-grading the whole yard?
Often yes - French drains, downspout extensions, dry wells. We start with the cheapest fix that actually works.
What happens if I pick the wrong contractor?
Foundation work without engineering = no warranty, no insurance coverage if it fails, no resale value when the buyer's inspector finds it. Worst case: you pay twice - once for the bad fix, once to tear it out. Engineer-stamped work costs more upfront, costs less forever.
Do I need a structural engineer for my project?
If you are touching load-bearing walls, foundation, or framing, yes. We have 3 PE engineering partners on retainer — no waiting weeks for an outside firm.
Can you handle foundation lifts and underpinning?
Yes — owned excavators in-house. PE-stamped scope. Permit in our name.
Where we work
Structural & Foundation across the Portland metro
Twelve cities. One CCB-licensed crew that lives here. The contractor in your driveway with the out-of-state plate will be gone by next storm — we're still answering the phone in year seven. Tap any city for local proof, response times, and the ZIPs we cover.
Topic cluster
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Free inspection — no obligation, written report yours to keep
Probably not the right move if you want the cheapest bid.
If you want this done once — by a CCB-licensed local who'll still answer the phone in year seven — we reply to every web inquiry inside 15 minutes during business hours (Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM PT). Storm damage or active leak? Call (971) 226-7751 — same-day callback.
Direct line
(971) 226-7751
Hours
Mon–Sat
8 AM – 7 PM PT
Office
20001 SW Tualatin Valley Hwy
Suite 208
Beaverton, OR 97006
Storm Response
24-hour callback
365 days/year