11 Best Foundation Companies in Graham, NC

On average, Graham homeowners pay about $2,711 for foundation repair, although the total cost will change based on several factors. The easiest way to estimate the cost of your specific job is to solicit 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 primary types of foundation repair include crack repair, leak repair, underpinning, stabilization, and waterproofing.

Crack repair and leak repair are what they sound like: your foundation repair expert will perform an inspection and take necessary measures to remedy cracks or leaks. The price will vary depending on the size and cause of the issue.

Underpinning, also called piering or leveling, is the process of leveling your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete piers. The cost will depend on how many piers are used. The price of stabilization varies similarly. This process reinforces bowing walls with carbon fiber or steel strips. The cost will depend on what material is used and how many strips are used.

Lastly, waterproofing is an overarching term for a category of repairs designed to prevent water from getting into your foundation. This can include exterior waterproofing, interior waterproofing, or both, and the price can vary widely. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you think your foundation needs waterproofing.

When constructing a new home, have a soil report completed. A soil report will contain information about how well the soil on a given piece of land can support a foundation, and can offer you a heads-up about any potential future problems. If your concerns are about an existing home, for a few hundred dollars, you can get an inspection and report by a structural engineer. The engineer can alert you to any issues that could use some attention, and give you advice on how to avoid future problems.

It's also important that the moisture around your foundation is appropriate, particularly when the weather gets hot. Don't let the soil around your Graham home get too dry or too wet; at different times, you might find yourself having to reroute your gutters or water your foundation. You should also stay vigilant for leaky gutters or pipes, so you can get them repaired quickly.

Permits are needed for most foundation repairs, but applying for one isn't your responsibility. Your foundation repair professional should obtain all the permits and other documents required in Graham, and should be able to provide the documents and/or explain the process if asked.

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

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