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
Issues with your foundation can leave you feeling caught between a rock and a hard place, with potentially expensive repairs on one side and danger to the structural integrity of your house on the other. If you live somewhere — like Valle Vista, where it can get hot — the high temperatures could drain the moisture from your soil and foundation, which increases the risk of shifting or damage.
Alleviate your concerns with our guide to the top foundation repair companies in Valle Vista. These companies have the experience and expertise to get your foundation repair job done right.
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Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
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Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
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Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Good customer service
Free quotes
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Free quotes
Good customer service
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Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
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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, it may manifest in a number of ways. Outside, you might notice a crumbling or cracking foundation or cracks in your driveway. Your ground floor might have floors that are uneven or cracked. You might notice doors or windows that are sticking in their frames, or frames that are skewed. You could also notice bowing, buckling, or cracking walls.
The amount you'll spend on foundation repair will vary greatly depending on several factors. Things like the type of repair needed, the extent of the damage, and the size of your home will all play a part. On average, Valle Vista homeowners spend around $3,766. The best way to learn how much a job may cost is to reach out to a local foundation repair expert and schedule a free inspection and estimate.
Click here to see a more thorough breakdown of foundation repair costs in California.
The primary types of foundation repair include crack repair, leak repair, underpinning, stabilization, and waterproofing.
Crack repair and leak repair are exactly as they sound: your foundation contractor will perform an inspection and take necessary measures to remedy cracks or leaks. Costs will vary depending on the size and cause of the issue.
Underpinning, also called leveling or piering, is when a contractor levels your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete piers. The price will be based on how many piers are required. The price of stabilization is also variable. This process fixes bowing walls by reinforcing them with carbon fiber or steel strips, and the total cost will depend on the material chosen and how many strips are used.
Lastly, waterproofing is an overarching term for a number of jobs that help stop water from getting into your foundation or basement. This can involve exterior waterproofing, interior waterproofing, or both, and costs can vary greatly. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you're planning to waterproof your foundation.
Your foundation repair expert should be the one to get the permits. You can request that the company provide a detailed explanation of its process and to see the permits and paperwork it has assembled to ensure everything is properly authorized per Valle Vista regulations.
Typically, your foundation repair expert will be licensed as a general contractor. General contractors in California must be licensed by the Contractors State License Board in order to work on projects valued over $500. To be eligible 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. If an individual or business has employees, workers' compensation insurance is also required. There may be additional requirements for contractors to do certain work with concrete.
In most cases, your home insurance won't cover foundation repairs, unless the repair is to fix damage caused by a covered weather event. It is a good idea to talk to your home insurance company before you begin any foundation repairs.
