Getting A Foundation Repaired

Anytime you need something as serious as foundation repair Austin, do not leave that work in the hands of anybody but a professional. Professionals will be able to give you the highest quality work possible and will have the liability insurance to back the work. You need to be sure that the contractors that you hire live up to strict standards no matter what. In this case, you will be doing yourself a huge favor and will get the best out of their home for a long term basis.

Step one is to set out a budget for your foundation repair. How much can you afford to pay? Even if the work seems expensive, it is necessary. So do not hesitate to reach out to banks and credit unions in order to find financing for the work.

Step two is to reach out to about six or eight different foundation repair companies. They will walk you through the process of fixing your foundation and will give you an estimate that you can use to know how much you will pay.

Finally, sign the contract and make sure it illustrates the start and completion date and any recourse if it is not completed on time.

Chimney Foundation Repair

Have you ever seen a chimney that is leaning away from the house? Why does that occur? It is important to find Austin foundation repair specialists for this. Most homes that are built with the chimney are built incorporating the chimney foundation with the home foundation. Both of these foundations will be poured at the same time. A chimney however can weigh tens of thousands of pounds which is a lot of weight for a small concrete foundation area. 

Over time, the soil underneath the chimney foundation is unable to support the weight of the chimney and therefore it begins to tilt. Besides the obvious telltale sign of the chimney leaning or tilting you may also notice additional cracks where the home foundation meets the chimney foundation. There also may be some additional damage on the roof where the chimney meets the flashing. Another indication is that someone has tried to fill the gap between the walls of the chimney and the home with foam, mortar, or caulking.

Unfortunately, fixing the foundation of the chimney may not be your only problem. It could mean that you have a more serious foundation problem. Your professional foundation contractor should be able to assess all of the damage and identify the cause. Do not hesitate to call the foundation repair professionals if you see your chimney leaning or tilting.