The Drying Company

Founded in 1975 by Greg Thrasher in Earling, Iowa, Thrasher Foundation Repair is now one of the largest waterproofing and foundation repair contractors in Nebraska, Western Iowa, Central & Western Kansas, Western Missouri – now serving Denver, CO too! With a full range of foundation repair and stabilization products available to address any settlement issue, Thrasher Foundation Repair offers the most reliable and economical solutions available.

Founded in 1975 by Greg Thrasher in Earling, Iowa, Thrasher Foundation Repair is now one of the largest waterproofing and foundation repair contractors in Nebraska, Western Iowa, Central & Western Kansas, Western Missouri – now serving Denver, CO too! With a full range of foundation repair and stabilization products available to address any settlement issue, Thrasher Foundation Repair offers the most reliable and economical solutions available.

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The Drying Company proudly serves Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Richmond, Henrico, and many surrounding communities.

Ready to protect your home? Schedule your free, no-obligation evaluation and estimate today!

The Drying Company is a trusted, locally-owned Foundation Supportworks dealer and Home Performance contractor based in Toano and proudly serving James City County and communities across Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Richmond, Henrico, Williamsburg, and beyond. For over 25 years, they have been restoring structural integrity and improving home health through foundation stabilization and crawl space repair solutions, while also offering a full suite of complementary services, including crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, attic and duct insulation, gutter installation, home energy audits, and more, all designed to create healthier, more energy-efficient homes. Schedule your free, no-obligation evaluation and let The Drying Company help you protect your home inside and out.

Proudly serving Virginia Beach, VA, Richmond, VA, and Chesapeake, VA.

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Leadership

Steve Tetreault

Owner & President, Executive

Steve has been the Owner of The Drying Company since 2007 and a part of the business since 2005. He brings over 30 years of extensive experience in the insulation, building science, foundation repair, and crawl space industry. As the leader of the company, Steve operates with a philosophy that puts the employee and customer first, ensuring high standards of service and workplace satisfaction. In his free time, he enjoys biking, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Tyler Tetreault

Co-Owner, Executive

Tyler has deep roots at The Drying Company, having been part of the team for over 14 years. Growing up in the business, he knew at a young age that he wanted to continue his involvement with the goal of co-owning the business with his father, Steve Tetreault. Tyler is a certified professional, holding his NRPP – Radon Mitigation certification. He stays highly productive by planning his weekly schedule, which meticulously balances appointments, tasks, follow-ups, and family time. His favorite thing about the job is the opportunity he gets every day to help a family with their home’s issues. Tyler is proud of his wife, Ashley, and their two kids, Hazel and Theo. When he has free time for exercise, he enjoys riding on his road, gravel, or mountain bike.

Tony Williams

Sales Manager

Tony has been a dedicated member of The Drying Company team since 2009, joining with 15 years of prior construction experience as a Custom Home Building Superintendent. Having grown up in construction, he has always loved being a problem solver. Tony holds impressive certifications that underscore his expertise: BPI Building Envelope Analyst, IICRC Mold Remediation, and IICRC Water Loss Technician. Every day, Tony is motivated to help customers and educate team members. He is proud of being part of The Drying Company from early on and knowing he helped contribute to the company’s awesome amount of growth.

Rick Carr

Gutter Division Manager, Sales

With over 30 years of experience, Rick has been rocking it out at The Drying Company, helping homeowners protect their homes. He is passionate about finding the right solution and always providing excellent experiences. As the Gutter Division Manager, Rick provides leadership by reviewing jobs and loading up the install truck with his all-star team every morning. His dedication to quality ensures the team consistently receives five-star reviews for their professionalism, courtesy, and clean, complete results. When he’s not on the job, Rick enjoys hitting the golf course and spending time with his family.

Alex Amory

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Alex joined Team TDC in 2026, bringing a unique and disciplined professional background to the company.

Since 2013, he has served as a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, a career backed by his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from William & Mary and CPR certification. This foundation in science and wellness translates perfectly to his role at TDC, where his favorite part of the job is helping families achieve comfortable, healthy, and safe living spaces.

Alex is a true “glass-half-full” person, known for his unwavering positive attitude. He is most proud of his wife and son, and in his free time, he stays active by snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, exercising, and boating.

Allen Harrow

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Allen brings an extraordinary level of technical expertise and leadership to Team TDC, backed by a distinguished career in nuclear power and service as a U.S. Navy submariner. With more than 30 years of experience at a nuclear power plant, culminating in his final role as Director of Engineering and member of the senior leadership team, Allen approaches home performance with unmatched analytical precision.

He holds degrees in electrical engineering and computer science, alongside an advanced degree in nuclear engineering. Growing up in the home repair business, he also has hands-on experience installing electrical wiring and plumbing in multiple homes. Furthermore, he served as vice chair of his church reconstruction team following a tornado, giving him deep experience in project management and coordinating multiple trades.

What Allen enjoys most is working with people and helping them solve complex problems. He is most proud of his service in the Navy and his decades in the power industry. In his free time, he loves to fish and hike.

Bobby Berry

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Bobby joined Team TDC in 2026, bringing over 10 years of construction experience, with the last three years specifically focused on moisture control and energy efficiency. He is a Registered Pesticide Technician and is Wood Destroying Organism (WDO) certified, giving him specialized expertise in protecting homes from structural and environmental threats.

Bobby is all about tackling problems head-on as they arise and keeping projects moving forward smoothly. He is passionate about educating homeowners on the root causes of issues within their houses and providing reliable, lasting solutions. Above all, Bobby is most proud of his extensive experience helping thousands of homeowners over the years protect their largest investments through various home improvement projects.

Brian Williams

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Cody Eyerly

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Cody joined Team TDC in 2026, bringing a well-rounded and versatile professional background spanning HVAC, operations, management, and sales. As a Home Performance Advisor, Cody utilizes a strong commitment to organization and efficiency to thoroughly evaluate home systems.

What he enjoys most about their role is the opportunity to genuinely help customers and embrace the fact that every home, and every new challenge, is completely unique. Outside of work, Cody loves to stay active and adventurous, enjoying traveling, fishing, and riding motorcycles.

Corey Hatcher

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Corey joined The Drying Company team in 2021, bringing robust expertise honed over several years at a comparable Home Performance company in Northern Virginia. With over six years of experience in the construction industry (including masonry, roofing, framing, and carpentry), he possesses a strong hands-on understanding of home systems. Furthermore, Corey is a highly skilled professional, having spent four years as a BPI-certified Building Analyst. He loves his job because he gets to problem-solve and determine the best solutions to help homeowners make their homes more healthy, comfortable, durable, and energy-efficient. Corey takes pride in being part of a company with an outstanding reputation and great moral values. In his spare time, he enjoys offshore, freshwater, and river fishing, and spending time with his wife and two boys.

David Gill

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

David joined Team TDC in 2026, bringing an incredible depth of industry knowledge with 20 years of experience as a journeyman plumber inspecting home systems, alongside 6 years of operating his own home improvement company.

A true veteran of the trades, David is a certified journeyman plumber and previously held a general contractor’s license, making him uniquely qualified to evaluate the structural and mechanical health of any home.

His favorite part of the job is helping customers find real, effective solutions to their home comfort and safety concerns.

In his free time, David loves being outdoors, especially boating, kayaking, and fishing.

Gary Macdonald

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Joey Marrs

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Joey joined The Drying Company Team in 2024, bringing a specialized and diverse background that includes years of experience in the Nuclear Power industry alongside practical expertise in the crawl space and foundation repair industry. This unique blend of high-tech and construction knowledge allows him to approach home performance issues with comprehensive solutions. Joey’s primary goal is to help people enjoy their homes forever, finding satisfaction in providing lasting improvements for his clients. He is incredibly proud of his awesome family, including his wife of 13+ years and their seven children. In his spare time, Joey loves to drag race, fish, play music, and, most importantly, be a dad!

Matt Killam

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Matt has been a dedicated member of The Drying Company team since 2011. His professional journey is rich, beginning with two years as an electrician before he served in the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise as an Aviation Electrician. With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry, Matt brings a comprehensive technical understanding to every inspection. He holds CPR/First Aid and OSHA 10 certifications. Matt’s daily focus is on being a customer advocate, thoroughly inspecting homes to identify root causes and developing customized plans. He loves seeing how happy and satisfied customers are when they feel and see the difference in their homes and energy bills, and he is proud to be part of a team that always puts the customer first. In his free time, Matt enjoys cooking, coaching youth sports, and spending time with his family.

Maurice “Mo” Davis-Reed

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Nick Slemp

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Phil Brooks

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Simon Smith

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Solomon Grussing

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Tim Lawson

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Walter Dynes

Home Performance Advisor, Sales

Joe Hogge

Operations Manager, Production

Kevin Ries

Operations Supervisor, Production

Brad Cole

Project Reviewer & Inventory Officer, Production

Adam Blankenbecler

Electrician, Production

Anthony Schultz

Gutter Foreman, Production

Charles LaRue

Foreman, Production

Hasan Ebrahimi

Foreman, Production

Justin Brock

Foreman, Production

Justin Lassiter

Electrician, Production

Safaa Mutlak

Foreman, Production

Melonie Thompson

Office Manager, Office Staff

Erin Dougherty

Marketing Manager, Office Staff
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Crystal Powell

Permit Director, Office Staff

Nate Tetreault

Marketing Assistant, Office Staff

Jennifer Landrum

Appointment Center Representative
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Natalie Williams

Appointment Center Representative

Tammy Green

Appointment Center Supervisor

Stephanie Hall

Maintenance & Service Manager

Bill Hitchcock

Service Technician

Evan Feiring

Service Technician

Holly Hockaday

Maintenance Scheduler, Service

Noah Morris

Service Technician

Robert Hooks

Service Technician

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