12 Best Foundation Companies in Kings Park West, VA

On average, Kings Park West homeowners pay around $3,560 for foundation repair, although the actual cost will change based on several factors. The best way to get an estimate for the cost of a specific job is to get quotes from a few local foundation repair companies. The total price will be influenced by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

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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 measures to remedy leaks or cracks. The amount you spend will vary greatly depending on the size and root cause of the problem.

Stabilization involves reinforcing bowing walls by inserting carbon fiber or steel strips. The amount you spend will depend on the material used 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 depends on how many piers are used.

If you're interested in waterproofing your foundation or basement, we suggest looking for a waterproofing specialist. This process can include outdoor waterproofing, indoor waterproofing, or both.

Some signs that your foundation needs waterproofing include hairline cracks, discoloration or odors, uneven floors, basement flooding, white powder or spots on your walls, or signs of mold, fungus, or mildew. Your contractor can tell you whether you need interior or exterior waterproofing.

Interior waterproofing can involve the use of sealants or the installation of sump pumps and drains and generally is less costly than exterior waterproofing. Exterior waterproofing can involve things like applying physical barriers to crawl spaces and basements, installing exterior drains, or changing your landscaping.

Usually, your foundation repair technician will be licensed as a general contractor. In Virginia, contractor licenses are issued by the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation. Licenses can be class A, B, or C, which determines the value of projects that a contractor can work on. Licenses may also have specialty classifications, which have their own experience and examination requirements on top of the general license competency requirements. 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 adds to your house's overall value, prolongs its life, or adapts it to new uses. Making capital improvements sometimes helps you qualify for tax breaks. (Contact your Virginia tax professional for the most accurate information.) Even without these tax breaks, foundation repairs will generally have a positive effect on your home's value.

Typically, foundation repair projects will take from one to several weeks. This range is wide because the timeline will vary greatly based on factors like the type of repair required and the size of your home. You should talk to your Kings Park West foundation repair professional for a more thorough timeline for your specific project.