10 Best Foundation Companies in Burke, VA

On average, Burke homeowners pay roughly $3,557 for foundation repair, although the total cost will change based on several factors. The fastest way to estimate the cost of a specific job is to ask for quotes from one or more local foundation repair companies. The total price will be determined by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

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The primary types of foundation repair include crack repair, leak repair, underpinning, stabilization, and waterproofing.

Crack repair and leak repair are exactly as they sound: your foundation repair expert will perform an inspection and complete any repairs necessary to remedy cracks or leaks. Costs will depend 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 price will be based on how many piers are used. The price of stabilization is also variable. This process fixes bowing walls by reinforcing them with steel or carbon fiber strips, and the total cost will depend on the material chosen and how many strips are used.

Finally, waterproofing is an overarching term for a category of repairs that help prevent water from getting into your foundation or basement. This can involve exterior waterproofing, interior waterproofing, or both, and costs can vary widely. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you think your foundation needs waterproofing.

When you're in need of waterproofing, you'll notice signs like uneven floors, white powder or spots on your walls, basement flooding, discoloration or odors, hairline cracks, or signs of fungus, mold, or mildew.

The two broad categories of waterproofing are interior and exterior waterproofing. Interior waterproofing tends to be less expensive, and can involve measures like the use of sealants or the installation of sump pumps or drains. Exterior waterproofing is more expensive but more effective. It can involve things like landscaping changes, external drains, or physical barriers to stop water from getting into basements and crawl spaces.

A permit is normally required for foundation repair, but acquiring one should not be your responsibility. Your foundation repair company should put together all of the permits and other documents required for foundation repair in Burke, and they should be able to explain the process and/or provide the documents if asked.

Sometimes, foundation repairs can be considered capital improvements if they fit the criteria of an improvement that adds to your house's overall market value, prolongs its life, or adapts it to new uses. Making capital improvements sometimes lets you qualify for tax breaks. (Speak with your Virginia tax professional for more information.) Even without these tax breaks, foundation repairs will generally have a positive effect on your home's value.

You may be able to handle small hairline cracks yourself, but in most cases, you should consult a professional before you begin any foundation work. Although you may balk at the idea of paying someone for a task you feel you can handle yourself, foundation repair mistakes can cost you much more down the line.