Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Todays Homeowner Local Pros
Last Updated June 2023
You may be dreading the cost of fixing foundation issues, but the consequences of putting off repairs can be much worse. Homeowners in Oakley may be concerned about whether they will be able to stay in their home while repairs are being done, and how long the repairs might take.
Our list of Oakley's top foundation repair companies will help lessen your worries by putting you in contact with qualified experts who can take care of any foundation repair job.
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Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on foundation companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
If your foundation is in need of repair, you may notice a number of symptoms. Outside, you may see a crumbling or cracking foundation or a cracked driveway. Your ground floor may have floors that are cracked or uneven. You may notice windows and doors that are sticking in their frames, or frames that are skewed. You may also notice cracking, bowing, or buckling walls.
On average, Oakley homeowners pay around $4,410 for foundation repair, although the total cost will vary widely depending on several factors. The easiest 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 affected by things like the type of the repair(s) and the size of your house.
Click here for a more thorough breakdown of the cost of foundation repair in California.
The primary types of foundation repair are 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 complete any repairs necessary to remedy cracks or leaks. Costs will vary depending on the size and cause of the problem.
Underpinning, also called piering or leveling, is the process of leveling your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete piers. The price will be based on how many piers are required. The price of stabilization varies similarly. This process involves fixing bowing walls by reinforcing them with carbon fiber or steel strips, and the cost will depend on the material chosen and how many strips are used.
Lastly, waterproofing is an overarching term for a category of repairs designed to prevent water from getting into your foundation or basement. This can include interior waterproofing, exterior waterproofing, or both, and the price can vary widely. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you think your foundation needs waterproofing.
Some indicators that you need foundation waterproofing include hairline cracks, white powder or spots on your walls, discoloration or odors, uneven floors, basement flooding, or signs of fungus, mildew, or mold. 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 often involves measures like applying physical barriers to crawl spaces and basements, making changes to your landscaping, or installing exterior drains.
Usually, your foundation repair technician will be licensed as a general contractor. General contractors in California are required to 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 related work experience in the last ten years (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.
In some cases, foundation repairs can be considered capital improvements if they fit 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 California tax professional for the most accurate information.) Tax breaks aside, foundation repairs will generally have a positive effect on the value of your home.
