Foundation Repair Myths and Best Practices

Time for a New Foundation

Foundation repair doesn't necessarily mean major reconstruction. Cracks appear from time to time as houses settle. Although small cracks can lead to major moisture problems, they may be sealable without any construction work whatsoever.

Stabilize Your Foundation

Many contractors will tell you that you need to stabilize your foundation and that this will solve the problem. But no matter how much concrete you pour, cracks will appear again. Your house is sitting soil that shifts, in addition to the aging that occurs which I mentioned above. Stabilizing your foundation won't cure all future foundation repair problems.

Foundation Repair Is Expensive

Foundation repair doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg. Many homeowners put off getting their foundation fixed because they're afraid of the damage it's going to cause in their budget. But first of all, it depends on the size of the problem, as we said above. Second, no matter how much it costs, it's something you need to take care of or else you'll have persistent moisture problems.

Your Yard Will Be Destroyed

Another reason homeowners are afraid of foundation repair is that they believe it will mean destroying their yard. This is a myth. Usually, foundation repair doesn't affect the yard at all. They may need to excavate slightly around the perimeter of your house, but this is only when there is severe damage. Even if excavation is required, it won't ruin your yard completely.

There's a One-Size Fits All Solution

There isn't only one way to effective fix a foundation. The goal of any foundation repair work is to cut down on moisture that's coming in from outside and there are a number of methods used to do this. One simple method, as mentioned earlier, is filling cracks. Another option is to re-brace the wall to keep the foundation from moving and prevent expansion between blocks. You can also use carbon fiber strapping to stop walls from bowing.

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Foundation Repair Myths and Best Practices