7 Best Foundation Companies in Grants, NM

On average, Grants homeowners pay about $2,199 for foundation repair, although the cost will vary widely depending on several factors. The best way to estimate the cost of your specific project is to get quotes from a few local foundation repair companies. The amount you pay for a job will be influenced by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

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 repair techniques to remedy 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 used and how many strips are needed. The cost of underpinning also varies. This process, also called leveling or piering, 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 looking for a waterproofing specialist. This process can include indoor waterproofing, outdoor waterproofing, or both.

If you're building a new house, have a soil report completed. A soil report will contain information regarding how well your soil can support a foundation, and can give you a heads-up about potential future problems. If your concerns are about an existing home, a few hundred dollars will cover an inspection and report by a structural engineer. They can point you to any issues that could use some attention, and advise you on avoiding future problems.

You also want to make sure that the moisture around your foundation is appropriate. The weather in Grants tends to be very dry, which means that at times you may need to water your soil and foundation. You should also stay vigilant for leaky pipes or gutters and repair them quickly.

Permits are needed for most foundation repairs, but acquiring one should not be your responsibility. Your foundation repair provider should put together the permit and all other documents required in Grants, and should be able to provide the documents and/or explain the process before starting work.

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

Small hairline cracks might seem easy to take care of yourself, but in most cases, you should at least consult a professional before starting any foundation work. Although you may not want to pay someone for a job you feel like you can handle yourself, mistakes made during foundation repair can be even more costly down the line.