4 Best Foundation Companies in Porterville, CA

On average, Porterville homeowners pay around $2,221 for foundation repair, although the cost will depend on several factors. The easiest way to get an estimate for the cost of your specific project is to solicit quotes from one or more local foundation repair companies. The total price will be influenced by things like the type of the repair(s) and the size of your house.

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 repair techniques to fix leaks or cracks. The amount you spend can vary greatly depending on the size and root cause of the problem.

Stabilization is the process of fixing bowing walls by inserting steel or carbon fiber strips. The cost will depend on the material chosen and the number of strips needed. The cost of underpinning also varies. This process, also called leveling or piering, involves underpinning your foundation with concrete piers to level it; the cost depends on how many piers are used.

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

When 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 issues. If you have concerns about an existing home, a few hundred dollars will cover an inspection and report by a structural engineer. They can alert you to any current problems that could use some attention, and advise you on how to avoid future problems.

It's also important that the moisture around your foundation is at an appropriate level. The weather in Porterville tends to be very dry, which means that at times you may need to water your soil and foundation. You should also stay vigilant for leaky gutters or pipes and repair them promptly.

Foundation repair usually requires a permit, but obtaining one won't be your responsibility. Your foundation repair professional should put together all the permits and other documents required in Porterville, and should be able to explain the process and/or provide the documents if asked.

Some indicators that your foundation needs waterproofing include basement flooding, discoloration or odors, uneven floors, white powder or spots on your walls, hairline cracks, or signs of mold, mildew, 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 tends to be less costly than exterior waterproofing. Exterior waterproofing often involves measures like applying physical barriers to basements and crawl spaces, changing your landscaping, or installing exterior drains.

We strongly suggest contacting your home insurance provider before starting any foundation project to determine what may be covered. Typically, foundation repairs aren't covered by home insurance unless they're to fix damage that was caused by a covered weather event.