11 Best Foundation Companies in Lancaster, MA

On average, Lancaster homeowners pay about $2,880 for foundation repair, although the actual cost will vary widely depending on several factors. The easiest way to get an estimate for the cost of your specific project is to solicit quotes from a handful of local foundation repair companies. The amount you pay for a job will be affected 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.

Leak repair and crack repair involve a technician coming to your home, completing an inspection, and using various measures to fix leaks or cracks. The amount you spend will vary greatly depending on the size and root cause of the issue.

Stabilization is the process of fixing 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 needed.

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

If you're constructing a new home, make sure that a soil report is completed. A soil report will contain information regarding how well your soil can support a foundation, and can offer you a heads-up about potential future issues. If your concerns are about an existing home, for a few hundred dollars, you can get an inspection and report by a structural engineer. They can alert you to any current problems that need attention, and give you advice on avoiding future problems.

Also ensure that the moisture around your foundation is appropriate. As Lancaster sees more rain than many other places, keep an eye on your gutters and landscaping to make sure too much water isn't getting into your soil or foundation. Also, be on the lookout for leaky pipes or gutters and repair them quickly.

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

Signs that you need foundation waterproofing include discoloration or odors, white powder or spots on your walls, hairline cracks, uneven floors, basement flooding, or signs of mildew, fungus, or mold. 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 can involve things like applying physical barriers to crawl spaces and basements, changing your landscaping, or installing exterior drains.

In general, foundation repair takes from one to several weeks. This range is wide because the timeline will vary greatly depending on factors like the type of repair and the size of your house. You should confer with your Lancaster foundation repair professional for a more accurate timeline for your specific project.