What to do When You Think Your Foundation may be Damaged
So you think your foundation might be damaged. Now what? Your foundation is one of the most important aspects of your home value. If you think your foundation may be damaged now is the time to look into making repairs. Delayed repairs on a failing foundation can lead to even more damage and more costly repairs. If a foundation is left unrepaired it can cause serious damage to floors, walls, windows, doors, basements, crawl spaces, and more. Sure Safe offers free professional foundation inspections. Don’t take the chance, let us give you peace of mind.
Signs of foundation problems
If you have never performed your own foundation inspection here are a couple signs to look for that indicate potential foundation problems. Look for cracks in the stem walls or walls on the exterior and interior of the perimeter. Tour the inside of your basement or crawlspace. Water damage, rotting wood, mold, cracks or damaged piers can all be signs there could be more serious foundation damage. Check all the doors and windows in the home. Doors and windows that have trouble closing or get stuck easily can indicate excess weight on the wall from a failing foundation. Finally, sagging floors can be a dead giveaway that the foundation is no longer properly supporting the home. If you see any of these signs your foundation may need repairs. So what next?
Get a professional inspection!
If you’ve noticed any of the above signs it’s time to get a professional inspection. Sure Safe’s qualified employees will come out and perform a comprehensive free inspection of your property and give you a detailed review of your foundation status. Sometimes the signs above, like limited water damage, may not have affected the foundation yet and can be fixed to prevent future damage. Sure Safe employees won’t just tour the perimeter, but go the extra mile under the home to make a thorough inspection. Sure Safe has a track record of conducting professional and trustworthy inspections.
Create a repair plan
If your foundation does need repairs it’s time to create an engineer certified repair plan. The good news is foundation repair often raises the value of a home. Sure Safe’s patented VR-1 method can bring older homes up to current codes in a process that “modernizes” the home. Many times the modernized foundation raises the home value more than the cost of repairs! Sure Safe repairs also come with city approved permits. Only approved repairs can contribute to the value of the home and be used in an appraisal. Contact Sure Safe today to learn how we can make your home strong again!
