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Coatings, waterproofing,and concrete restoration: The specialized work contractors and owners count on us to get right. Commercial work across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska: food-processing plants, warehouses, distribution centers, civil and municipal projects. Residential work across Western Washington, for homeowners who want it done once and done right. Different jobs, same standard. No vague bids, no shortcuts, no surprises.

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Foundation Restoration Team
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Matt Shaver
President

Matt founded Foundation Restoration in 2009. He has worked with specialty-concrete construction products, such as polyurea and industrial floor coatings, for the past thirteen years. He holds expert knowledge in epoxies in particular. Matt is dedicated to his employees, business associates, and the Whatcom County community.

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Mark Bernard
Project Manager / Commercial Estimator

Mark Bernard serves as Foundation Restoration’s Project Manager, Commercial Estimator, and Safety Supervisor. He holds a degree in Multimedia Information Technology and brings over 20 years of experience in the coatings and construction industry. Mark began his journey with Foundation Restoration in 2016 as a Polyurea Application Specialist, quickly proving himself to be a valuable member of the team through his expertise and dedication. Outside of work, Mark enjoys spending quality time with his wife and children, exploring the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

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Eric Simonsen
Project Manager / Personnel Development

Eric brings over 15 years of construction trade, project management, and building performance science experience to the Foundation Restoration team. He previously managed the Skagit County Housing Authority’s Weatherization and Repair Program and owned and operated a residential construction company here in Bellingham. Eric has also worked as a carpenter and a welder/fabricator, and still enjoys working with his hands remodeling his home on Gooseberry Point. Eric has spent most of his life here in NW Washington, and when he isn’t on the job site you can find him exploring the mountains and waterways of the Pacific Northwest on foot, by boat, strapped to a snowboard, or with a fishing rod in hand.

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Morgan Longwell
General Manager / VP of Operations

Morgan is Foundation Restoration’s Vice President of Operations and has been with the company since 2014. Working his way up through the ranks, he has acquired in-depth knowledge of construction and coating processes. Morgan is a lifelong Bellingham local and enjoys hiking and kayaking in his free time.

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David Burkett
Residential Estimator and Sales

David is Foundation Restoration’s Residential Estimator. With a background in carpentry and waterproofing, he is highly knowledgeable when it comes to finding solutions for home repairs and improvements. David is a Whatcom County local, outdoor enthusiast, and dog lover!

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Janeah Burdick
Admin Assistant

Janeah is originally from the eastern side of the Cascades but has made Bellingham her home for the last 10 years. Outside of work she pursues many artistic hobbies, gardening, attending live music, spending time with her family and pets, and exploring the many opportunities for adventure in Washington State.

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Michelle Palmer
Controller

Michelle began as Controller with Foundation Restoration in 2017 and loves problem solving and continuous improvement. Michelle is a Bellingham local and attended Western Washington University. She is a Certified Public Accountant with a background in tax, auditing, compliance, and small business development. Michelle enjoys spending time with family in the San Juans, camping, reading, and running.

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Kelsey Riley
Director of Admin

Kelsey is originally from Boise, ID. She moved to Bellingham in 2014 to study recreation with an emphasis in outdoor and community recreation at Western Washington University. She is an avid snowboarder, hiker, and bird nerd. Kelsey has worked in many customer-service based positions, which has provided her with beneficial skills that she now applies to her position in Foundation Restoration’s front office.