FOUNDATION REPAIR

A strong basement foundation is vital to maintain the stability and integrity of your home. Is your concrete foundation showing signs of structural distress? If so, then you must address this potentially dangerous problem now. Any form of foundation problem can cause significant structural and costly damage to your home above. The only correct solution is to take a foundation repair approach immediately.

If the foundation is under stress the load bearing weight of your home could become unevenly distributed. Your home’s foundation must rest on a level and solid structure because it sits on the lower soil or rock below. The foundation is designed to transfer its weight to the supporting soil or rock beneath – often referred to as the second foundation.

Severe foundation damage often occurs when the soil or rock below the foundation shifts or is displaced.

How Can I Tell If My Foundation is Healthy?

Cracked Foundation

There are some very clear indicators that you have foundation problems that needs a basement repair solution. What are the signs of foundation problems? Here is how to tell if your foundation is healthy. If you are seeing some of these very obvious signs that show your home’s foundation is in distress then you need to call us right now.

The telltale signs of foundation problems can include:

  • Cracks in floors, walls, drywall
  • Diagonal cracks or gaps around window wells or exterior doors
  • Leaks coming from walls
  • Crumbling concrete
  • Noticeable dips or sagging on the floor
  • Walls which have a bow or curve
  • Doors that stick and won’t close or open properly
  • Uneven floors
  • Windows that are hard to open and close

How Can Water Damage My Home’s Foundation?

Foundation Wall Repair

Water seepage will cause ongoing and increasing damage to your home’s foundation. Failure to act can become very costly and involve even more expensive repairs down the road. The most common damage that needs to be fixed immediately includes:

  • Large foundation crack
  • Mold or mildew formation
  • Sloping

Any of these issues can lead to long-term damage. Repairs need to be taken care of promptly and properly. You should always take a proactive approach to waterproof your foundation. Taking immediate action is crucial. Without it, the foundation crack repair cost to fix damage resulting from water seepage can be significant.

 

Why Choose Smartland for this Project? 

The repercussions of foundation issues can become exponentially more costly if not taken care of quickly. Enlisting a professional like Smartland can help save you thousands of dollars in the long run. We offer a comprehensive package at the best price. In addition to repairing your home’s foundation, we provide waterproofing options as well as basement finishing options.

If you observe any of the signs above, then your foundation may already have an issue. The damage will most likely deteriorate over time. Don’t let these problems compromise your foundation.

If your home exhibits any of these types of damage, schedule a consultation with Smartland today.