Home Photos About Sign In Contractor Sign Up × Want a quote from Groundwork Properties Inc? We recommend getting 3 quotes for any construction project. Use our free bidding system to get a quote from Groundwork Properties Inc + 2 more of the best. Tell us about your project ALERT Seattle, WA Groundwork Properties CONTACT US (6) Summary Photos (31) Contact BuildZoom Analysis Building Permits (12) HOME / SEARCH / SEATTLE / BEST GENERAL CONTRACTORS IN SEATTLE UPDATED: NOV 27, 2021 Location Groundwork Properties Inc Address: 3710 27th Pl W #208 Seattle, WA 98103 Use our bidding system to request a quote Groundwork Properties Inc Photos View All Photos (31) Groundwork Properties Construction Groundwork Properties specializes in residential and light commercial design/build/remodel projects including kitchen and bathroom remodels, floor plan reconfiguration, square footage additions, ADU construction, finishing basements, window and door installation, and interior/exterior painting. From BuildZoom: Their BuildZoom score of 0 does not rank in the top 50% of Washington contractors. If you are thinking of hiring Groundwork Properties Inc, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our bidding system to get competitive quotes. Groundwork Properties Inc Projects Start a project today: Custom Home BuildNew Home ConstructionOther Residential New ConstructionArchitectural Drawings and DesignsOther Commercial New Construction Groundwork Properties Inc Contact Information Address: 3710 27th Pl W #208, Seattle, WA 98103 Groundwork Properties Inc Seattle Quality Alert* How is the BuildZoom score calculated? Pro tip: We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95. *No active license on file. If you are Groundwork Properties Inc, log in and update your license info in the “Edit Profile” tab. Activity 4 projects 2019 Our building permit records indicate that Groundwork Properties Inc has worked on at least 4 projects over the past 2 years. Pricing 1 project $50k-$100k 1 project $100k-$250k Value Not Public: 1 project Pro tip: For more details about their pricing, check out their recent activity to see how much they have charged for different types of work. Groundwork Properties Inc Reviews 5 out of 5 stars, based on 6 reviews By Leighann April 18, 2020 Kitchen Remodel Ben and his crew at Groundwork Properties are fantastic. We found him via Buildzoom to remodel the kitchen in our dated condo before putting it on the market. He was extremely in-tune with our goals for the project, and made recommendations based on our intention to sell. Ben is professional, kind, and a fantastic communicator. At several points in the project, he provided recommendations at several price points and helped us make the best decision to appeal to potential buyers. We will definitely contact Groundwork Properties for future renovation needs. By Judith W. July 12, 2018 Verified Hire Multi-Room Remodel project Ben from Groundwork Properties had great communication skills. He was very knowledgeable & always had straight forward answers to my questions. More importantly, his skills as an architect made it possible for me to create ample kitchen storage with clean modern design. Ben understood my aesthetic and the results were as I envisioned at a very reasonable cost. I was on a tight timeline, which was somewhat difficult to pull off. The rewards were in the satisfaction of the finished product! By Marcuccilli June 19, 2018 Verified Hire Bathroom Remodel project I recently hired Ben Tomlinson of Groundwork Properties to make some updates to my main bathroom. I needed to replace the floor due to a slow leak that had damaged the vinyl and the subfloor, and I also wanted to repaint the room and install a peg rail around the perimeter. Ben provided a very fair quote allowing for some uncertainty as to the extent of damage to the floor. He was informative and thorough, located exactly the kind of tile I was looking for, and made helpful, cost-appropriate suggestions for completing the job efficiently and attractively. As always seems to happen with house projects, the initial work revealed some additional jobs that needed doing. Ben offered good solutions to the new problems and finished the job to my complete satisfaction. I’m very happy with the quality of Ben’s work. I found him easy and enjoyable to work with, and I’m glad to recommend him. By morgan.ritchie March 13, 2018 Bathroom Remodel / Tilework / Waterproofing $1,300 I had a wonderful experience working with Groundwork Properties and would recommend their services to anyone in need of a professional, detail-oriented, highly knowledgeable and capable contractor/build/remodel team. We ended up in the weeds on a remodel project and needed someone to come in and help complete some key tasks (shower stall buildout, tile work, waterproofing), and our plumber recommended Ben and the Groundwork team. Ben made time in the busy holiday season to get our project on his team’s schedule right away, and was professional and thorough throughout the process. When visiting our house to assess our project’s needs, he talked me through what work would be required, how long it would take, what our options were for materials (and the pros/cons of each), and went above and beyond and even pointed out some potential issues and made some recommendations for other parts of our remodel project that he could see at a glance. Read more By a user in Lake Stevens April 18, 2017 Considered for Ceramic Floor Tile Repair or Replacement By a user in Maple Valley April 4, 2017 Considered for Home Remodeling PLEASE WRITE A REVIEW ABOUT GROUNDWORK PROPERTIES INC 1 Rate this contractor Click stars to rate 2 Provide a detailed review of this contractor. SUBMIT YOUR REVIEW Notable Building Permits Filed By Groundwork Properties Inc Sort by: Notable | Date | Job Value Construction permit 626 Nw 78th St, Seattle, WA, 98117 2019-08-07 Construct additions and alterations to existing single family residence per plan Valuation: $175,000 Permit #: 6635724-CN Status: issued Fee: $4,021 Permit Type: Add/alt Building Type: Single family/duplex Construction permit 362 Nw 49th St, Seattle, WA, 98107 2019-01-09 Roberts basement construct addition and alterations to existing single family residence per plan Valuation: $100,000 Permit #: 6685367-CN Status: issued Fee: $3,196 Permit Type: Add/alt Building Type: Single family/duplex Construction addition or alteration 7706 18th Ave Nw, Seattle, WA, 98117 2017-02-14 Alterations to single family dwelling to create accessory dwelling unit (adu), per plan Valuation: $25,000 Permit #: 6536310 Status: Permit Issued Fee: $905 Permit Type: Single family du... Building Type: N/A Construction 6116 30th Ave Nw, Seattle, WA, 98107 2017-06-21 Construct substantial alterations to an existing single family residence, per plans. Valuation: $167,240 Permit #: 6579275 Status: Issued Fee: N/A Permit Type: Alteration Building Type: Single Family Dwe... Side sewer permit 6715 32nd Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98117 2019-12-04 Footing drain and downspout tie-in to existing combined side sewer. associated building permit 6641103 Valuation: N/A Permit #: 6690664-SS Status: complete Fee: $486 Permit Type: Addition/alteration Building Type: Single family/duplex Construction permit 803 W Newell St, Seattle, WA, 98119 2019-10-25 Attic remodel remodel of existing attic space subject to field inspection (stfi) Valuation: $55,000 Permit #: 6730044-CN Status: complete Fee: $1,229 Permit Type: Add/alt Building Type: Single family/duplex Construction addition or alteration 5925 32nd Ave Sw, Seattle, WA, 98126 2013-09-10 Construct addition to and alter existing single family dwelling per plan Valuation: $70,000 Permit #: 6373614 Status: Issued Fee: $2,427 Permit Type: Alteration Building Type: Single Family Dwe... Construction and development 7706 18th Ave Nw, Seattle, WA, 98117 Alterations to single family dwelling to create accessory dwelling unit (adu) per plan. Valuation: N/A Permit #: 6536310 Status: Issued Fee: N/A Permit Type: Alteration Building Type: Single Family Dwe... Electrical 1115 Yakima Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98144 2013-02-25 Rewire existing laundry room - lighting dryer & water heater Valuation: $0 Permit #: 6354534 Status: Issued Fee: $228 Permit Type: Alteration Building Type: Multi-Family Dwel... Addition/remodel 18014 8th Ave Nw, Shoreline, WA, 98177 Conversion of single family residence (non-conforming duplex) to duplex Valuation: N/A Permit #: 127109 Status: Issued Fee: N/A Permit Type: Alteration Building Type: Multi-family dwel... Single family-complex 18014 8th Ave Nw, Shoreline, WA, 98177 2017-12-01 Addition/remodel Valuation: N/A Permit #: 127109 Status: final Fee: N/A Permit Type: Addition and remodel Building Type: N/A Construction addition or alteration 626 Nw 78th St, Seattle, WA, 98117 2006-08-07 Interior remodel of existing single family residence per plot plan and stfi Valuation: $15,000 Permit #: 6108328 Status: Issued Fee: $485 Permit Type: Alteration Building Type: Single Family Dwe... Q&A With Groundwork Properties Inc Ask a Question Q: Because there is the possibility of moisture below my house, should I use 3/4" PT plywood as my subfloor? Because there is the possibility of moisture below my house, should I use 3/4" PT plywood as my subfloor? A: While most seathing is rated for short term moisture exposure with water resistant glues, of your budget can support the use of pressure treated or marine grade plywood it would be a good idea with a damp crawlspace. Another long term solution would be to look at a combination of perimeter drainage to reduce water entering the crawlspace and a heavy mil vapor barrier on the soil in the crawlspace to reduce ground moisture migration. Q: How much headroom do I need to finish off my basement? How much headroom do I need to finish off my basement? A: The International Residential Code states that habitable spaces in basements shall have a ceiling height of 7'-0". Bathrooms are required to have a minimum ceiling height of 6'-8" at the fixtures (note: there are specific clearance floor areas that this is applicable to). Often local jurisdictions have more stringent height requirements than the IRC. Q: How much will it cost to finish and waterproof my 800 sf basement? How much will it cost to finish and waterproof my 800 sf basement? A: The waterproofing solution depends upon your exact conditions as REI Contractors indicated. Two of our most recent groundwater mitigation bids for projects in Seattle were around $12,000 for an exterior collection drain (including excavation and backfill), fluid applied waterproof membrane on the exterior of the basement wall, drainage mat, and connection to the side sewer. The cost of finishing the basement depends on the configuration and material selections. For an open room (no interior partitions) this could be as little as $25/sf. For addition of rooms it could go up to over $100/sf (new wiring, heating system adjustments, framing, etc). Q: When you are taking your final decision on which contractor to hire, what 3 items make the difference? When you are taking your final decision on which contractor to hire, what 3 items make the difference? A: First and foremost, the contractor's license should be verified. This includes any state/local municipal requirements including insurance, bonding, appropriate business licenses, etc. The second item to consider is pricing. Ensure that both parties understand the proposed fee structure (fixed bid, cost plus, etc) as well as the scope of work. The client should ensure the scope of work is clearly defined to avoid confusion. The lowest fee is not always the best, as some scope may be overlooked, which can result in a tough working relationship or reduced quality of work to compensate for the extra work. The third consideration should be the relationship between the contractor and client. Both parties should be comfortable with the other to ensure easy and accurate communication. If one does not feel good about the other, it may be wise not to proceed with the deal. Q: How much to dig when leveling the basement? How much to dig when leveling the basement? A: Urban Remodelers is correct, digging down can be very risky if not performed correctly. For a project like this, it would be wise to consult a structural engineer to ensure that the foundation system is properly reinforced and installed. Given the effort to properly reinforce the existing foundation system for digging down, the cost difference between going down 6" and going down 2' is not significant. It would probably be the best value to go down to give a head height of 8'. Q: Too many posts in our new basement - how can we remodel this? Too many posts in our new basement - how can we remodel this? A: Depending on the design of the foundation system, it may be possible to remove some of the posts after reinforcing the beams that they are supporting. It would be recommended that a structural engineer consult on the project to determine the loading on the posts, and which may be feasible to remove. Generally speaking, the addition of some small steel beams may be all that is needed to eliminate a few of the posts. Q: How can we soundproof the wall between the living room and our bedroom? How can we soundproof the wall between the living room and our bedroom? A: One of the best ways to reduce sound transmission between spaces is to add a mineral fiber batt insulation in the stud cavity (Roxul or other similar product). This will reduce the transmission of average frequency sounds. To further reduce sound transmission, the addition of a steel furring channel perpendicular to the face of studs prior to installing the gypsum wall board is recommended. Alternatively (or in addition to furring channels) there are sound dampening (higher density) gypsum wall board that can be installed, or the gypsum wall board can be installed 2 layers thick. Hiring a contractor? We recommend getting multiple quotes for any construction project. Our free bidding system will get you quotes from Groundwork Properties Inc and 2 other top contractors. I need help with... REQUEST A QUOTE GROUNDWORK PROPERTIES INC LICENSE INFO INACTIVE LICENSE License # 10994 Status Inactive State Washington Type Architect Business Type Corporation According to the Washington Business and Professional Licenses, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. Check this license's status for Groundwork Properties Inc at the Washington Business and Professional Licenses. INACTIVE LICENSE License # GROUNPI844M5 Status Inactive State Washington Type Construction Contractor, Construction Contractor Business Type Corporation According to the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. Check this license's status for Groundwork Properties Inc at the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries. ALERT* BUILDZOOM SCORE How the BuildZoom Score works *No active license on file. If you are Groundwork Properties Inc, log in and update your license info in the “Edit Profile” tab. INSURED Insurer Underwriters At Lloyds Insured up to $1,000,000 Learn More BONDED Bonded Agent United States Fire Insurance Co Bond Value $12,000 Learn More 12 PERMITS Building permit records show that Groundwork Properties Inc has worked on 12 permitted projects. EXPERT BuildZoom has verified that Groundwork Properties Inc has answered more than three industry questions in our remodeling forum. FOLLOW THIS CONTRACTOR GROUNDWORK PROPERTIES INC EMPLOYEES AG Aaron Gruhlke Tile Specialist BT Benjamin Tomlinson Vice President, Architect JT Jonathan Tomlinson President MT Matt Trost Assistant Superintendent ENDORSED BY THESE CONTRACTORS Bright Builders Encino, CA THIS CONTRACTOR ENDORSES Core Electric LLC Woodinville, WA Wildrose Mechanical Issaquah, WA ABOUT BUILDZOOM About BuildZoom How It Works Privacy Policy Terms of Service Careers Contact Help Center Sitemap Blog DATA & ANALYSIS Economic analysis by Issi Romem Remodeling charts & stats Map of remodeling activity in your town Permits filed by publicly traded companies WAYS TO USE BUILDZOOM Get competitive bids for any project View remodeling history of any property Create a general contractor work agreement Search every licensed contractor Forums powered by licensed contractors Get inspiration in our photo galleries Submit a project © 2021. All Rights Reserved. San Francisco, CA 94104 We'Re Hiring!