10 Best Foundation Companies in Long Beach, MS

On average, Long Beach homeowners pay about $1,900 for foundation repair, although the total cost will change based on several factors. The fastest way to get an estimate for the cost of a specific job is to get quotes from one or more local foundation repair companies. The amount you pay for a job will be determined by things like the type of the repair(s) and the size of your house.

The main types of foundation repair are crack repair, leak repair, underpinning, stabilization, and waterproofing.

Crack repair and leak repair are what they sound like: your foundation contractor will perform an inspection and complete any repairs necessary to remedy cracks or leaks. The price will depend on the size and cause of the issue.

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 used. The price of stabilization is also variable. This process fixes bowing walls by reinforcing them 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 number of jobs that help stop water from getting into your foundation. This can involve exterior waterproofing, interior waterproofing, or both, and the price can vary widely. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you're interested in waterproofing your foundation.

If you're building a new house, make sure that a soil report is completed. A soil report will contain information about how well the soil on a given piece of land can support a foundation, and can provide you with a heads-up about any potential future problems. If you have concerns about an existing home, for a few hundred dollars, you can get an inspection and report by a structural engineer. The engineer can point you to any current problems that could use some attention, and advise you on how to avoid future problems.

Also ensure that the moisture around your foundation is appropriate, particularly when the weather gets hot. As Long Beach 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. You should also stay vigilant for leaky gutters or pipes, so you can get them repaired quickly.

Foundation repair usually requires a permit, but acquiring one shouldn't be your responsibility. Your foundation repair provider should put together the permit and all other documents required in Long Beach, and should be able to explain the process and/or provide the documents before starting work.

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

Foundation repairs undertaken by a reputable company should last a long time. Bigger and more extensive repairs, such as basement waterproofing, can be rather involved and expensive, but they do a lot in terms of mitigating the risk of future issues.