Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Todays Homeowner Local Pros
Last Updated June 2023
The idea of foundation repairs can be worrisome — you know that any repairs you undertake will be pricey, but you're all too aware that waiting too long could be catastrophic. Independence homeowners might be worried about whether they will be able to keep living in their home while repairs are underway, and how long the repairs might take.
Utilize our guide to the top foundation repair companies in Independence to find an expert and reduce your stress. The professionals on our list are trustworthy and can get the job done right the first time.
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Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on foundation companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
If your foundation is in need of repair, it may manifest in a number of ways. Outside your home, you may see a crumbling or cracking foundation or cracks in your driveway. Your ground floor or basement may have uneven or cracked floors. You may notice windows and doors that are sticking in their frames, or that the frames are skewed. You could also notice cracking, buckling, or bowing walls.
The amount you'll spend on foundation repair is based on several factors. Things like the extent of the damage, the type of repair needed, and the size of your home will all factor in. On average, Independence homeowners spend around $3,340. The fastest way to determine how much a job could cost is to contact a local foundation repair company and schedule a free inspection and estimate.
Click here for a more thorough breakdown of the cost of foundation repair in Missouri.
Types of foundation repair include leak repair, crack repair, stabilization, underpinning, and waterproofing.
For both leak repair and crack repair, a technician will come to your home, perform an inspection, and use 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 helps to fix bowing walls by inserting carbon fiber or steel strips. The cost will depend on the material chosen and the number of strips 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 is based on how many piers are used.
If you're interested in waterproofing your foundation or basement, we recommend talking to a waterproofing specialist. This process may include outdoor waterproofing, indoor waterproofing, or both.
Your foundation repair expert should be the one to get the permits. You can ask the company to provide a detailed explanation of its process and to see the paperwork and permits it has acquired to verify that everything is properly authorized per Independence regulations.
Usually, your foundation repair expert will be licensed as a general contractor. Missouri does not offer state-level general contracting licenses (although an individual may hold a professional engineering license from the Division of Professional Regulation). General contracting requirements are handled by local governments. 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 reliable company should last a long time. Bigger and more extensive repairs, such as basement waterproofing, can be very involved and expensive but are very helpful in reducing your risk of future issues.
