12 Best Foundation Companies in Columbia, MO

On average, Columbia homeowners pay around $3,356 for foundation repair, although the cost will vary depending on several factors. The fastest way to get an estimate for the cost of your specific project is to request quotes from one or more local foundation repair companies. The total price will be determined by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

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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 remedy leaks or cracks. The cost of these procedures will vary greatly depending on the size and root cause of the issue.

Stabilization helps to fix bowing walls by inserting steel or carbon fiber strips. The amount you spend will depend on the material chosen and how many strips are needed. The cost of underpinning also varies. This process, sometimes referred to as leveling or piering, involves underpinning your foundation with concrete piers to level it; the cost will depend on how many piers are used.

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

Foundation repair usually requires a permit, but getting one should not be your responsibility. Your foundation repair company should get all of the permits and other documents required for foundation repair in Columbia, and they should be able to explain the process and/or provide the documents before starting work.

Most of the time, your foundation repair expert will be licensed as a general contractor. In Missouri, there is no state-level general contractor license (although an individual may hold a professional engineering license from the Division of Professional Regulation). General contracting regulations are set at the city, county, or municipal level. You can verify a company's business license on this website. There may be additional requirements for contractors to do certain work with concrete.

Foundation repairs that are done by a trustworthy company should last a long time. Bigger and more extensive repairs, such as basement waterproofing, can be involved and expensive, but they go a long way toward lowering the risk of future issues.

The length of time a foundation repair takes varies greatly based on the kind of repair needed and the size of your house. Most repairs take anywhere from one to several weeks. You should speak with your Columbia foundation repair professional for the specific timeline for your project.