7 Best Foundation Companies in Safford, AZ

On average, Safford homeowners pay about $2,967 for foundation repair, although the cost will depend on several factors. The best way to estimate the cost of your specific project is to solicit quotes from one or more local foundation repair companies. The total price will be determined by things like the type of the repair(s) and the size of your house.

The primary types of foundation repair include crack repair, leak repair, underpinning, stabilization, and waterproofing.

Crack repair and leak repair are what they sound like: your foundation repair expert will perform an inspection and take necessary measures to remedy cracks or leaks. Costs will vary based on the size and cause of the problem.

Underpinning, also called leveling or piering, is the process of leveling your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete piers. The price will be based on how many piers are needed. The price of stabilization is also variable. This process reinforces bowing walls with steel or carbon fiber strips. The cost will depend on what material is used and how many strips are used.

Lastly, waterproofing is an overarching term for a category of repairs intended to stop water from getting into your foundation. This can include interior waterproofing, exterior waterproofing, or both, and the price can vary greatly. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you think your foundation needs waterproofing.

When caring for your foundation, you should make sure it gets the right amount of moisture, especially in hot weather. Safford tends to be a very dry place, so in times of little rain you may need to water your foundation. Additionally, be sure to quickly identify and repair any leaking pipes or gutters.

If you have any concerns about your foundation, you can contact a structural engineer for an evaluation. This will run you a few hundred dollars, but the consultation can net you a list of things to look out for as well as steps you can take to further protect your foundation. Finally, if you're building a new home, be sure to have a soil report done. This report provides information regarding how well the soil on your property will be able to support a foundation and highlights potential future issues.

Permits are needed for most foundation repairs, but applying for one isn't your responsibility. Your foundation repair provider should get all the permits and other documents required in Safford, and should be able to explain the process and/or provide the documents before starting work.

Sometimes, foundation repairs can be considered capital improvements if they meet the criteria of an improvement that will add to a home's overall market value, prolong its life, or adapt it to new uses. In some cases, making capital improvements helps you qualify for tax breaks. (Contact your Arizona tax professional to learn more.) Tax breaks aside, foundation repairs will, in most cases, positively affect the value of your home.

We highly recommend contacting your home insurance provider before you begin any foundation repair project to determine what may be covered. Typically, foundation repairs aren't covered by home insurance unless they're to fix damage caused by a covered weather event.