10 Best Foundation Companies in Lincoln, CA

On average, Lincoln homeowners pay about $4,241 for foundation repair, although the actual cost will depend on several factors. The fastest way to estimate the cost of a specific job is to request quotes from a few local foundation repair companies. The total price will be affected by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

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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, perform an inspection, and use various measures to remedy leaks or cracks. The amount you spend can vary greatly depending on the size and root cause of the issue.

Stabilization involves reinforcing bowing walls by inserting carbon fiber or steel strips. The amount you spend will depend on the material chosen and the number of strips required. The cost of underpinning also varies. This process, sometimes referred to as piering or leveling, 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 suggest finding a waterproofing specialist. This process might include indoor waterproofing, outdoor waterproofing, or both.

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

Interior waterproofing can involve the installation of sump pumps and drains or the use of sealants and generally is less expensive than exterior waterproofing. Exterior waterproofing can involve things like applying physical barriers to basements and crawl spaces, making landscape changes, or installing exterior drains.

Most of the time, your foundation repair technician will be licensed as a general contractor. General contractors in California must be licensed by the Contractors State License Board before working on projects valued at $500 or more. To apply for a license, an individual needs to have at least four years of relevant work experience in the last decade (or be represented by someone who does), must pass both a law and business and a trade exam, and must be bonded. Individuals or businesses that have employees must also have workers' compensation insurance. There may be additional requirements for contractors to do certain work with concrete.

The length of time foundation repairs will take varies greatly based on the type of repair that is needed and the size of your home. Most repairs will take anywhere from one to several weeks. You should consult your Lincoln foundation repair expert for a more specific timeline for your project.

It's smart to ask your foundation repair professional about this issue before committing to any project. Typically, yes, you and your family will be able to remain at home while foundation repairs are underway.