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
Often, homeowners dread being confronted with foundation issues. Frequently, they are concerned about the price of foundation repairs, but also the consequences of waiting for too long. If your home is somewhere — like Austin, where it can get hot — the high temperatures could dry out your soil and foundation, which increases the risk of shifting or damage.
Reduce your stress by using our guide to the best foundation repair companies in Austin. These companies have the knowledge and experience to get any repair job done right.
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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, you may notice a number of symptoms. Outside, you might notice a crumbling or cracking foundation or cracks in your driveway. Your ground floor might have cracked or uneven floors. You might notice doors or windows sticking in their frames, or frames that are skewed. You may also notice cracking, bowing, or buckling walls.
On average, Austin homeowners pay about $2,960 for foundation repair, although the actual cost will vary depending on several factors. The best way to estimate the cost of a specific job is to request quotes from one or more local foundation repair companies. The total price will be influenced by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.
Click here to read a more thorough breakdown of foundation repair costs in Texas.
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, complete an inspection, and use various repair techniques to fix leaks or cracks. The cost of these procedures can vary greatly depending on the size and root cause of the issue.
Stabilization reinforces bowing walls by inserting steel or carbon fiber strips. The amount you spend will depend on the material used and the number of strips required. The cost of underpinning also varies. This process, also called piering or leveling, involves underpinning your foundation with concrete piers to level it; the cost depends on how many piers are needed.
If you're interested in waterproofing your foundation or basement, we recommend talking to a waterproofing specialist. This process may include indoor waterproofing, outdoor waterproofing, or both.
Permits are needed for most foundation repairs, but obtaining one should not be your responsibility. Your foundation repair professional should obtain the permit and all other documents required for foundation repair in Austin, and they should be able to explain the process and/or provide the documents before starting work.
Usually, your foundation repair contractor will be licensed as a general contractor. The state of Texas does not issue state-level general contractor licenses, although all contractors must hold a valid state business license. Your city, county, or municipal government might have local licensing requirements, so be sure that you verify this information prior to signing a contract. There may be additional requirements for contractors to do certain work with concrete.
In most cases, your home insurance won't cover foundation repairs, except for those done to repair damage resulting from a covered weather event. It is a good idea to talk to your home insurance company before you begin any foundation repairs.
Foundation repair, especially large repairs like basement waterproofing, should last a long time. This is especially true if you employ a reliable company. By solving systemic foundation issues, or reinforcing critical areas, you lower your risk of future problems.
