10 Best Foundation Companies in South Moline, IL

On average, South Moline homeowners pay roughly $4,572 for foundation repair, although the cost will vary depending on several factors. The fastest way to estimate the cost of a specific job is to solicit quotes from a handful of local foundation repair companies. The total price will be affected by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

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The main types of foundation repair include 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 take necessary measures to remedy cracks or leaks. The price will depend on the size and cause of the issue.

Underpinning, also called piering or leveling, is the process of leveling your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete piers. The cost will depend on how many piers are required. The price of stabilization is also variable. This process reinforces bowing walls with steel or carbon fiber strips. The cost will depend on the material chosen and how many strips are used.

Finally, waterproofing is an overarching term for a category of repairs designed to stop water from getting into your foundation or basement. 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.

If your foundation is in need of waterproofing, you might notice signs like white powder or spots on your walls, basement flooding, uneven floors, discoloration or odors, hairline cracks, or signs of mildew, mold, or fungus.

Your options include interior and exterior waterproofing. Interior waterproofing typically is less expensive, and involves solutions like the use of sealants or the installation of sump pumps or drains. Exterior waterproofing tends to be more expensive but more effective. Exterior waterproofing can involve things like external drains, landscaping changes, or physical barriers to stop water from getting into basements and crawl spaces.

Foundation repair usually requires a permit, but obtaining one is not your responsibility. Your foundation repair company should put together all of the permits and other documents required by the state of South Moline, and should be able to provide the documents and/or explain the process if asked.

In general, foundation repair projects will take from one to several weeks. The range is large because the timeline will vary greatly depending on factors like the type of repair and the size of your home. You should confer with your South Moline foundation repair professional for a more thorough timeline for your specific project.