10 Best Foundation Companies in Hot Springs, AR

On average, Hot Springs homeowners pay about $2,624 for foundation repair, although the total cost will vary depending on several factors. The fastest way to estimate the cost of your specific project is to request quotes from a handful of local foundation repair companies. Your total cost will be determined by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

Types of foundation repair include leak repair, crack repair, stabilization, underpinning, and waterproofing.

For both leak repair and crack repair, a technician will come to your home, complete an inspection, and use various repair techniques to fix leaks or cracks. The cost of these procedures can vary greatly depending on the size and root cause of the problem.

Stabilization reinforces bowing walls by inserting steel or carbon fiber strips. The cost will depend on the material chosen and how many strips are required. The cost of underpinning also varies. This process, sometimes referred to as leveling or piering, involves leveling your foundation by underpinning it with concrete piers; the cost will depend on how many piers are used.

If you're interested in waterproofing your foundation or basement, we recommend looking for a waterproofing specialist. This process may include indoor waterproofing, outdoor waterproofing, or both.

If you're building a new home, make sure that a soil report is completed. This report contains information about how well the soil on a given piece of land can support a foundation, and can provide you with a heads-up about potential future problems. If your concerns are about an existing home, for a few hundred dollars, you can get an inspection and report by a structural engineer. They can alert you to any current problems that could use some attention, and give you advice on how to avoid future problems.

It's also important that the moisture around your foundation is appropriate, particularly when the weather gets hot. As Hot Springs sees more rain than many other places, keep an eye on your gutters and landscaping to make sure too much water isn't getting into your soil or foundation. You should also stay vigilant for leaky pipes or gutters and repair them quickly.

Foundation repair usually requires a permit, but applying for one should not be your responsibility. Your foundation repair provider should put together the permit and all other documents required in Hot Springs, and should be able to explain the process and/or provide the documents before starting work.

Some signs that you need foundation waterproofing include basement flooding, hairline cracks, uneven floors, white powder or spots on your walls, discoloration or odors, or signs of mildew, mold, or fungus. Your contractor can inform you whether you need interior or exterior waterproofing.

Interior waterproofing can involve the use of sealants or the installation of sump pumps and drains and generally is less expensive than exterior waterproofing. Exterior waterproofing can involve applying physical barriers to basements and crawl spaces, changing your landscaping, or installing exterior drains.

The amount of time foundation repairs will take varies greatly based on the kind of repair needed and the size of your house. Most repairs take anywhere from one to several weeks. Consult your Hot Springs foundation repair company for a more specific timeline for your project.