Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Todays Homeowner Local Pros
Last Updated May 2023
Foundation repair can be both expensive and time-consuming. However, the consequences of ignoring foundation issues can be much worse. You might be afraid that it's already too late, and that your Green home has sustained significant foundation damage that can't be seen.
Our guide to Green's top foundation repair companies will help reduce your stress by putting you in contact with qualified experts who can take care of any foundation repair job.
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Punctual service
Helps educate customers
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Transparent pricing
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Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
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Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
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Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
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Helps educate customers
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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 needs repairs, it may manifest in a number of ways. Outside, you may see a crumbling or cracking foundation or cracks in your driveway. Your ground floor or basement may have floors that are cracked or uneven. You may notice windows and doors sticking in their frames, or frames that are skewed. You could also notice cracking, buckling, or bowing walls.
The cost of foundation repair will vary greatly depending on several factors. Things like the extent of the damage, the type of repair needed, and the size of your home will all play a part. On average, Green homeowners spend about $3,808. The fastest way to determine how much a job could cost is to reach out to a local foundation repair expert and schedule a free inspection and estimate.
Click here to read a more thorough breakdown of the cost of foundation repair in Ohio.
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, performing an inspection, and using various repair techniques to remedy leaks or cracks. The amount you spend can 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 amount you spend will depend on the material chosen and the number of strips needed. The cost of underpinning also varies. This process, also called piering or leveling, involves leveling your foundation by underpinning it with concrete piers; the cost will depend 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 might include outdoor waterproofing, indoor waterproofing, or both.
Your foundation repair professional should acquire the needed permits. You can request that the company provide a detailed explanation of the steps in its process and to see the paperwork and permits it has acquired to ensure everything is properly authorized per Green regulations.
Typically, your foundation repair technician will be licensed as a general contractor. In Ohio, only a few construction trades are required to be licensed at the state level: hydronic technicians, electricians, HVAC contractors, refrigeration installers, and plumbers. However, all Ohio businesses must hold an active state business license. You should also check with your city, county, or municipal government to find out if there are local regulations. There may be additional requirements for contractors to do certain work with concrete.
In some cases, foundation repairs can be considered capital improvements if they meet the criteria of an improvement that will add to a home's overall market value, prolong its life, or adapt it to new uses. In some cases, making capital improvements allows you to qualify for tax breaks. (Contact your Ohio tax professional to learn more.) Tax breaks aside, foundation repairs will, in most cases, positively affect your home's value.
You may be able to take care of small hairline cracks yourself, but in most cases, you should consult a professional before starting any kind of foundation maintenance. While you may balk at the idea of paying someone for work you feel like you can handle yourself, mistakes made during foundation repair can be even more costly in the future.
