Groundworks Toronto

Formerly Clarke Basement Systems
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ON L6B1A8
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sandrajbarker in Markham
sandrajbarker in Markham
1 review Orangeville, ON
10/10

Fast, proffessional, and my crawl space is reinvented and useable

Our extension had a crawl space where the bottom was limestone and condensation from the ducting caused wet and mold to start. We caught it in the nick if time. CBS WAS fast to respond to my inquiry with and onsite visit and immediate quote for the encapsulation of this space. The booking was smooth and the workers who were onsite were very courteous and professional, happy to do their job. It made for a very positive overall experience

Approximate cost of services:
$6,553.00
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Company Response

Thank you for such a kind review, Sandra! We're glad we got there just in time to help prevent a mould issue for you!

lisaalthea in Markham
lisaalthea in Markham
1 review Midland, ON
10/10

Now we can use our basement!

We had lived in our home for almost 2 months and I never set foot in the creepy basement. We had a damp basement and 2 large crawlspaces in our home built in 1880, so it is a stone and rubble one. Jose and his installers, Trevor and Dustin came in, trenched the wet area and installed a sump system, then installed the cleanspace system to the basement and crawlspaces, now it is dry and so clean, I went down there and was not scared at all. We also had a dehumidifier installed to lessen the moisture to keep insects out of our home, it is going to make our lives here so much more enjoyable.

Approximate cost of services:
$21,500.00
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Pat M
Pat M
6 reviews Mississauga, ON
10/10

Sunroom stabilization

We have a sunroom addition that had been installed by a previous owner. Due to a combination of poor soil and what appeared to be supports installed at inadequate depths the structure had settled. We hired Clarke Basement Systems to install their SmartJack system to stabilize the structure. Using the SmartJacks they also raised one of the corners of the sunroom which brought windows and doors back into alignment. It was like night and day to have doors that no longer stuck when attempting to open them. From meeting with Ron who came to assess the job and provide a quote through to booking and work completion communication was excellent. The job took two days and it was heavy work. It gave us added comfort that Don Clarke (owner) was on site throughout, working with his installation team. He was very patient and courteous in walking us through what they were doing as the job unfolded. Our experience was positive and we would not hesitate to hire Clarke Basement Systems again should the need arise.

Approximate cost of services:
$10,400.00
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Company Response

Thank you for the amazing review, Pat! It really means a lot that our work can leave such a positive impression with our customers. I'll make sure to pass on the kind words to Ron, Don & the rest of the team. Enjoy your sunroon!

markbtimmons in Markham
markbtimmons in Markham
1 review Markham, ON
10/10

Interior Waterproof System on a 100 Year Old House!

I just purchased this old house, and we uncovered how poor the condition of the foundation was due to water coming from the old down spouts. We quickly change the roof and the eaves system, and hired Clarke basement systems to install the interior waterproof system. We’re so happy with the product because of its low profile shape we didn’t have to dig too deep and risk undermining our old foundation wall! Thanks so much to Lucio and Crew for a great job so clean and well done!

Approximate cost of services:
$8,500.00
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Company Response

Hi Mark, we're thrilled we could help keep your new/old home dry! Lucio and his crew are a great team, and we'll make sure to pass on the kind words. Thanks for review and have a great day!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Markham, ON
10/10

Crawl space

Excellent service from the quoting process to the installation. Very happy with the work and service!

Approximate cost of services:
$14,000.00
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Company Response

We're very happy to hear that! Thank you for the great review and for choosing Clarke Basement Systems!

JCV
JCV
3 reviews Markham, ON
10/10

Absolutely excellent job!

Our basement had a musty smell and some soiled dry wall. When we opened the wall, there were serious cracks in the foundation and mold. Ben Wallis explained the fix (which was quite complicated but made sense). Lucio, Dimitri and Russell came in to do the work. Everything was done meticulously, explanations along the way, and full clean up after they were done. This company has given us faith in companies and workers again. Absolutely excellent start to end.

Approximate cost of services:
$15,000.00
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Company Response

Thanks for the incredible review! We will pass this along to Ben, Lucio, Dimitri and Russell. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Bracebridge, ON
8/10

sump pump yearly service

We believe that maintaining equipment is important so we have yearly service on our sump pump and have had no problems with it.

Approximate cost of services:
$224.87
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Company Response

Thanks for the feedback!

francis
francis
4 reviews Whitby, ON
10/10

professionals

our window wells were not properly done when it was first installed and as a result, continuous water problem. Clarke came and performed a professional job. They came on time, minimal disruption to the garden around the well, tidied up when the job was completed. Very satisfied with he job

Approximate cost of services:
$3,000.00
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Company Response

Thanks for the positive feedback about your window wells, Francis! We are glad you are very satisfied with our services.

Ali Jaffer from Toronto
Ali Jaffer from Toronto
5 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Sump pump cleaning

The people at Clarke Basement Systems are very responsive. Ali came by this yeast for our sump pump cleaning and did a great job, was on time and cleaned up the work area.

Approximate cost of services:
$150.00
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Company Response

Thanks for the awesome review Ali!

samjohnrichardson in Markham
samjohnrichardson in Markham
0 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Service call

I called and a service tech was at my house with 48 hours. Ali was fantastic. He did a thorough inspection, explained his findings to me, and completed them promptly.

Approximate cost of services:
$700.00
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Company Response

Thank you so much for the great review! We will pass on these kind words to Ali. All the best!

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More about Groundworks Toronto

Groundworks, formerly Clarke Basement Systems® is your locally owned AWARD WINNING Basement Systems® dealer in the Ontario area.

Groundworks is Canada’s number 1 Dealer in BASEMENT WATERPROOFING,CRAWL SPACE REPAIR and FOUNDATION REPAIR through our sister company FOUNDATION SUPPORT WORKS ONTARIO. Our staff over 30 experts', with combined over 150 years in experience, will provide you: Dedicated Service, Personal On-Site Inspection, Complete Waterproofing System Design, A FREE Written Quote, Low Financing Options and a Solution that fits your needs. At Groundworks each of our products includes a written, transferable warranty and the backing of an international network that's dedicated to keeping basements and crawl spaces dry all the time!

Some of our produces and services include:
Basement waterproofing

- Waterproofing Systems
- French Drain Systems
- Crack Repair

Crawl Space Repair

- Vapor Barriers
- Energy Efficient Dehumidifier
- Thermal Insulation

Foundation Repair

- Wall Straightening
- Bowing Walls
- Settlement Sinking
- Tilting Chimney
- Window Door Stuck

Sump Pump Systems

- Installation
- Repair and Maintenance

Cold Room or Cantenna Solutions

Interior and Exterior Repairs

Clarke Basement Systems would like to show you how we can help you waterproof your basement, control moisture in your crawl space, or fix a failing foundation. We have the experience, equipment, and best practices you need to ensure a dry basement and structural integrity please call us today for your free inspection.

CATEGORIES
Waterproofing, Concrete Contractors, Foundations, Decorative Concrete, and Home Inspection
PRODUCTS
Foundation Solutions, Dehumidification Products, and Waterproofing Products
SERVICES
Foundation Repair, Crawl Space & Basement Waterproofing
BRANDS
Groundworks
SPECIALITIES
Water proofing and Foundation Repair
WEBSITE
https://www.clarkebasementauthority.ca/?utm_source=homestars&utm_medium=directory&utm_campaign=hs_toronto
YEAR ESTABLISHED
1989
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
50
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash, Cheque, Visa, MasterCard, Financing available
LICENSES
BILD, wsib cspaat ontario, Better Business Bureau, baeumlerapproved
MEMBERSHIPS
Toronto Construction Association, Markham Board of Trade, Renomark
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
BONDED
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
Lifetime Nationally Backed Warranty on all full perimeter water proofing systems. Lifetime on Struct
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