Groundhogs

415 Fort William Road
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 2Z5
Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm

Groundhogs LTD is a Thunder Bay, Ontario company specializing in structural and foundation repair services. This local expert has the experience, training, and systems to solve many foundation or structural problems, including foundation cracks, settlement or sinking, bowing or buckling basement walls, and more. They are committed to doing the job right, on time, and within budget.

Approved Installers of Quality Products and Systems: Groundhogs is an affiliated dealer for Foundation Supportworks, Inc., a recognized leader in foundation and structural repair solutions.

Your local Foundation Supportworks dealer in Northwestern Ontario offers these benefits and more:

  • Exclusive, Proven Foundation Repair and Structural Support Systems
  • Trained, Experienced Foundation Repair and Structural Specialists
  • 25-Year Manufacturer's Product Warranties
  • Free, No-Obligation Evaluations and Estimates

Services:

  • Foundation Repair for residential and commercial buildings fixes and prevents foundation and structural problems, including foundation cracks, leaks, settling, sagging floors, bowing or buckling walls, or other foundation damage.
  • Foundation Replacement removes and replaces damaged or failing foundations to restore structural stability, resolve issues like severe cracks, sinking, or shifting, and ensure long-lasting support for the building.
  • Other Services: Waterproofing and drainage, driveway repair and replacement, lot grading, septic system solutions, excavation, and water and sewer line repair or replacement.

Products Installed:

  • Push Piers
  • GeoLock™ Wall Anchors
  • PowerBrace™ Wall Repair System
  • EverBrace™ Wall Repair System

Service Area:

Proudly serving Northwestern Ontario, including Thunder Bay, Sault Ste Marie, Sudbury, North Bay, Timmins, Greenstone, Dryden, Atikokan, and surrounding areas.

Free Foundation Repair Estimates in Northwestern Ontario

Contact Groundhogs to solve your foundation or structural problem. As a Foundation Supportworks dealer, Groundhogs offers an exclusive selection of highly engineered products that aren't available to other contractors. More importantly, they provide a permanent solution that they will back up with a transferable warranty.

Fix your foundation and breathe easy, starting with a free evaluation and estimate!

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EverBrace

The foundation on this home was failing and shearing from the footing below. We installed the EverBrace system to permanently stabilize the foundation for many years to come!
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Foundation Replacement

When it comes to foundation replacement, not all solutions are created equal. Recently, a customer approached us after receiving several quotes in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, all without the guarantee of a proper repair. At Groundhogs™, our expert team stepped in and completed a full foundation replacement in under three days. This project highlights the importance of having proven systems, the right expertise, and top-tier equipment to deliver quality results efficiently and affordably. Trust Groundhogs™ to get the job done right the first time, saving you both time and money.
Foundation Rebuild -
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Foundation Rebuild

This before-and-after showcases the incredible transformation we achieved at Groundhogs™️. The "before" captures a failed foundation that completely collapsed, threatening the stability of the entire home. Our team rebuilt it from the ground up, installing a new footing and a Permanent Wood Foundation (PWF) for superior strength and durability. The "after" shows a safe, solid foundation ready to support the home for years to come. #FoundationRebuild #Groundhogs #StructuralSolutions
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Foundation Replacement & Retaining Wall Replacement
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Foundation Replacement & Retaining Wall Replacement

💪 🚧Groundhogs™️ Foundation Specialists: Another Job Well Done!🚧🏠 When a homeowner called us with a serious foundation issue, we knew it would be a challenging project. The block foundation was caving in, built into a hill, with an unburied basement on the opposite side of the home-an incredibly complex situation. Other contractors had been called in but couldn't provide a clear or affordable solution. That's when Groundhogs™️ stepped in. Our experienced team quickly reassessed the situation and completed the foundation replacement in less than a week. We resolved the issue without disrupting the homeowner's daily life, delivering a solution that was both effective and affordable. This success is a testament to our knowledge, experience, and the systems and products we have in place to handle even the most challenging foundation problems. When it comes to foundation repair, trust the team that gets the job done right-Groundhogs™️. #groundhogs #foundationrepair #ontario #construction #ifwecantdoititcantbedone