Repair Tips

Foundation movement requires immediate foundation repair. If there is a problem with your foundation, call a Certified Foundation Repair Specialist (CFRS) for a free evaluation and assessment of any damages to your foundation. Listed below is information to help you determine if you have a possible foundation problem.

What Causes Foundations to Sink?

Building on expansive clay
Improperly compacted fill soils
Improper maintenance around foundations
Plumbing Leaks
Close Proximity of trees
Age of Structure

Poor drainage
Unsightly cracks
Soils swell or shrink with variations in moisture
Soils with high clay content
Roots from trees

Signs of Foundation Failure

Floor cracks
Unsightly cracks in sheetrock
Cracks in foundation slab
Separation around garage door
Displaced moldings / base boards
Misaligned doors and windows

Slope in floors
Cracks in or between the exterior bricks
Cracks in fire place wall
Cracks in garage floor
Doors and window that are hard to close
Joints around the windows or door frames pulling away from the caulking
Leaks in roof are sometimes caused by settlement of the foundation

Choosing the right foundation company

Determine how long the company has been in business
Contact the Better Business Bureau
Find out which foundation method to be used
Check the business location, management and qualifications
Check if a city permit is required for the area
Will the company supply a scale drawing to show how the structure will be leveled?
Are employees drug tested?

Check for any memberships in related or professional organizations
Are the company’s workers employees or are they using temporary labor?
Does the company have workman’s compensation and liability insurance? more infoCall to see if current or just an unexpired certificate
Will there be an on site supervisor throughout the job?
Is the company willing to give you any references? Always check with the references to hear their experiences
Does the company have any warranty for their work?