In the startup world, grit is often measured by funding rounds, exits, and speed to scale. In the Midwest, it tends to show up in tougher ways—through consistency, accountability, and a willingness to solve difficult problems when there is little margin for error and no shortcut to the work itself.
That is the kind of business Epp Foundation Repair has built over more than three decades—a rugged, field-tested company shaped by hard labor, long days, and the discipline to get it right even in moments when conditions are unforgiving.
Founded in 1994 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, Epp Foundation Repair has grown from a local, family-run operation into a multi-state company serving homeowners across Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, and Missouri. Its expansion has followed a steady, demand-driven path shaped by expansive clay soils, aging housing stock, and increasingly volatile weather patterns that continue to test the structural integrity of homes across the region.
A Family Business, Built to Last
The company traces its roots to founder Phil Epp, who built his reputation on a straightforward idea: fix the problem correctly and stand behind the work. Over time, that approach earned trust in communities where word-of-mouth matters and reputations are hard-won…