11 Best Foundation Companies in Thousand Palms, CA

On average, Thousand Palms homeowners pay around $2,627 for foundation repair, although the total cost will change based on several factors. The easiest way to estimate the cost of a specific project is to get quotes from a few local foundation repair companies. The amount you pay for a job will be affected 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, perform 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 issue.

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

If you're looking to waterproof your foundation or basement, we recommend talking to a waterproofing specialist. This process might include outdoor waterproofing, indoor waterproofing, or both.

When building a new home, have a soil report completed. A soil report will contain information about how well the soil on a given piece of land can support a foundation, and can offer you a heads-up about potential future issues. If your concerns are about an existing home, a few hundred dollars will cover an inspection and report by a structural engineer. The engineer can alert you to any current problems that need attention, and give you advice on how to avoid future problems.

You also want to make sure that the moisture around your foundation is appropriate, particularly when the weather gets hot. The weather in Thousand Palms tends to be very dry, which means that at times you may need to water your soil and foundation. Also, be on the lookout for leaky gutters or pipes and repair them quickly.

Permits are needed for most foundation repairs, but acquiring one should not be your responsibility. Your foundation repair provider should get the permit and all other documents required in Thousand Palms, and should be able to explain the process and/or provide the documents before starting work.

Some signs that your foundation needs waterproofing include uneven floors, basement flooding, hairline cracks, white powder or spots on your walls, discoloration or odors, or signs of mildew, fungus, or mold. Your contractor can determine 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 often involves measures like applying physical barriers to crawl spaces and basements, changing your landscaping, or installing exterior drains.

In some cases, foundation repairs can be considered capital improvements if they fit the criteria of an improvement that will add to your house's overall market value, prolong its life, or adapt it to new uses. Making capital improvements sometimes helps you qualify for tax breaks. (Contact your California tax professional for more information.) Even without these tax breaks, foundation repairs will generally have a positive effect on the value of your home.