11 Best Foundation Companies in Oldsmar, FL

On average, Oldsmar homeowners pay around $2,349 for foundation repair, although the total cost will depend on several factors. The fastest way to estimate the cost of a specific job is to ask for quotes from one or more local foundation repair companies. The amount you pay for a job will be influenced by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

The main 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 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 leveling or piering, is the process of leveling your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete piers. The amount you can expect to spend depends on how many piers are required. The price of stabilization varies similarly. This process reinforces bowing walls with steel or carbon fiber strips. The cost will depend on the material and how many strips are used.

Lastly, waterproofing is an overarching term for a category of repairs intended to stop water from getting into your foundation. This can involve exterior waterproofing, interior waterproofing, or both, and costs can vary widely. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you're interested in waterproofing your foundation.

One way to protect your foundation is to make sure that it gets the right amount of moisture, especially in hot weather. Oldsmar sees more rain than many places, so be sure that your gutters and landscaping are arranged to prevent too much water from collecting near your foundation. You should also make sure that you promptly identify and fix any leaking pipes or gutters.

If you think there may be any problems with your foundation, you can contact a structural engineer for an evaluation. This will cost a few hundred dollars, but the engineer's consultation can provide you with a list of things to be aware of as well as additional steps to further protect your foundation. Finally, if you're building a new house, make sure to have a soil report done. This can provide information about how well the soil on your property can support a foundation, and can highlight potential future issues.

A permit is normally required for foundation repair, but applying for one isn't your responsibility. Your foundation repair provider should get all the permits and other documents required in Oldsmar, and should be able to provide the documents and/or explain the process if asked.

Small hairline cracks might seem easy to handle on your own, but in general, it's a good idea to consult a professional before you begin any sort of foundation maintenance. Although you may not want to pay someone for work you feel like you can handle yourself, mistakes made during foundation repair can be even more costly down the line.

Sometimes, foundation repairs can be considered capital improvements if they fit the criteria of an improvement that will add to a home's overall value, prolong its life, or adapt it to new uses. Making capital improvements sometimes lets you qualify for tax breaks. (Talk to your Florida tax professional to learn more.) Even if you don't qualify for tax breaks, foundation repairs will, in most cases, positively affect the value of your home.