Groundworks
National chain · 1500 District Ave, Burlington, MA 01803, USA
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- MA HIC licenseVerified active
- Not rated by the BBB
- 17 reviews in the last 6 months
- 14 customer photosOf completed work
Highlights
- Responsive reps — recent reviews cite same-timeline completions and clear explanations
- Best Pick certified — survey-based badge built on 375 ratings averaging 4.9
- Licensed in Massachusetts — HIC 216733 verified active with the state
- Deep review history — over 100 Google reviews dating back to 2021
- Mold complaint — June 2026 review cites $8,000 in water-damage remediation after original install
- Refund dispute — Plainville branch customer reports a year of no-shows, no refund
- Finishing quality — one older review says wall repair declined after the Busy Dog rebrand
Groundworks works out of 1500 District Ave in Burlington, handling basement waterproofing, foundation repair, sump pumps, and french drains through Middlesex County and the surrounding area. Its Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor license (HIC 216733) is active, and Best Pick Reports — a survey-based badge that can't be purchased — has certified the business on the strength of 375 rated jobs averaging 4.9 stars. Some reviewers know the company by an earlier name, having hired "Rescon Basement Solutions" or, before that, "Busy Dog Basement Technologies," for the same kind of foundation work. This year's reviews follow a pattern: a named rep shows up, walks the homeowner through the plan, and finishes on the timeline quoted. Justin Reyes ran a lead-contractor job in late May; Tanner and Landon handled an installation a week earlier; Ben installed a drain around a bulkhead connection; John W. drove down from out of state to get a job scheduled quickly. One March review stands out for a different reason — a customer who started off frustrated with a sump-pump issue says a rep named Justin drove in personally from Rhode Island to fix it and turn the experience around. Across 112 Google reviews dating back to 2021, that kind of responsiveness is the constant, and Google's own rating sits at 4.8 from 138 reviews. Two reviews from June complicate that picture. A homeowner who bought a house with a Groundworks-installed French drain and sump system found mold, water damage, and a missing vapor barrier behind a finished basement wall — over $8,000 in remediation the reviewer says insurance wouldn't cover — and says the company offered a free inspection, then quoted $6,581 for an upgrade instead of addressing the original installation. Days earlier, a customer of the company's Plainville, MA branch office described a $3,900 financed deposit and a year of no-shows before canceling, with no refund. For basement and foundation work in the Burlington area, the license, the Best Pick certification, and years of detailed, mostly positive reviews make this a real option. Given the two recent complaints, it's worth asking upfront which office and rep will handle the job, and getting any warranty on the original installation in writing before signing.
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- 1.0Jun 16, 2026
Busy Dog (now Groundworks) installed the French drain and sump pump system in my basement before I purchased my home. During a recent renovation, we discovered mold, mildew, water damage, and a missing vapor barrier behind a finished basement wall, resulting in over $8,000 in remediation and reconstruction costs that insurance would not cover.<br><br>After raising these concerns, Groundworks provided a complimentary inspection but then proposed a $6,581.43 upgrade and service contract instead of addressing the significant damage and questions surrounding the original installation. During that same visit, the technician also damaged my sump pit cover.<br><br>I'm still waiting for meaningful accountability and a response from management.
- 4.0Jun 14, 2026
Footing expansion work. The office doesn't organize efficiently, but the final work was delivered nicely. Special thanks to Guiles Hall, Jason Lewis and Keven Bristo.
— Lan QinView on Google Reviews ↗ - 1.0Jun 12, 2026
Poor service. I signed a contract with your branch office in plainville Mass in July 2025 and pay a financed down payment of $3,900.00 to come and fix rooted beam in my property they didn’t show up until I canceled the contract in June 2026. They waisted my time for one year and refused to refund my down payment with interest. Especially, Zach stein, the Sales Manager; he never responded to my email, also, Steven the field Salesman is a scammer.Please public be aware of this company that they are scammers and stay away from them. They posted flashy advertisements but that is not what they represent. Thank you. Signed by - Moses Olatunde
— Moses OlatundeView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0May 30, 2026
Justin Reyes was the lead contractor at our project. Not only was he incredibly responsive and efficient but he was able to get the work that was needed to be done in a very timely fashion. Justin was very thorough with his explanations and always available for questions. He was such a pleasure to work with and very happy we chose Groundworks because of their excellent customer service and efficiency. Thank you Justin!
— Hanna SlevinView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0May 27, 2026
I usually don’t leave reviews often, but Waterproofing team truly exceeded my expectations. From the initial consultation to the completion of the work, the entire process was smooth and professional. The team arrived on time, carefully inspected the issue, and explained the waterproofing process in a way that was easy to understand without trying to upsell unnecessary services.<br><br>What impressed me the most was their attention to detail and cleanliness throughout the project. They treated the property with respect, kept communication clear, and completed the work within the promised timeline. After dealing with recurring moisture issues for a long time, it’s a huge relief finally having confidence that the problem has been properly fixed.<br><br>It’s hard to find contractors who are reliable, honest, and genuinely committed to quality work, but this company definitely delivered. I would absolutely recommend this Waterproofing team to anyone looking for dependable basement or foundation waterproofing services.
— Vivek MishraView on Google Reviews ↗
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Added 112 new comments, added 24 new photos, verified active license, established rating 4.1
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- behind the score: Mold complaint — June 2026 review cites $8,000 in water-damage remediation after original install