Jim Stevenson from Ottawa

Our 1950's bungalow had a cold storage under the front steps and over the years the concrete/block degraded and began to fall in inside. Cracks and wall issues started to appear. Figured it was time to do a facelift on the front steps, walkway, driveway and landscaping. I did the design and started calling companies to quote. On the foundation repair, Dave Marcotte was quick to answer and visit the site. Dave provided input into my designs to meet code, and provide a more pleasing finished product. His interest in my designs brought forward other ways he could help me attain the goals. Dave's price was not the lowest, nor was he immediately available as this was late summer and he had a lot booked already. His timetable did work into the schedule though as other aspects of the design were completed. Dave and his crew went to the extra effort to help me with what he could. His team were professional and took effort to reduce the impact of their work. Though I provided a way into the house that did not require removing their boots, they did every time. The work was heavier than originally thought as some of the buried parts were beyond expectation: Who knew that a sidewalk from the 50's would be 8 inches thick! Dave's knowledge and his teams work was outstanding and much more than I expected. Dave is personable and honest. What is, is. He will tell you the right way to do it and what is involved. I would hire Dave Marcotte again in an instant if I run into foundation issues again. While I am not a contractor, I have worked in construction trades in the past and am a very good DIY'er. I have knowledge of the work required and the various methods. I knew what I was asking for, and what to expect.