Foundation Wall Repair: When You Should Worry About Cracks
If you have noticed a crack in your home’s foundation wall, you’re likely asking yourself, “How concerned should I be and how serious is this problem?” While many homeowners are knowledgeable and like to perform some DIY repairs around their home, being able to judge the severity of foundation cracks and knowing what to do
>> READ MOREHelical Pier Installation for Foundation Repair
Every home or commercial structure is built to last, no matter where or how it’s constructed. The basis for any structure is a solid foundation. Whether they’re built on top of solid rock, wet dirt or even sand, every building needs a foundation that will support its weight. Ground anchoring systems such as helical
>> READ MOREHow to Choose the Best Foundation Repair Contractors
Because most homeowners realize that foundation repair is challenging, highly physical, and precise work, they know not to attempt the job themselves. This starts them on the search for qualified foundation repair contractors, something that can become a time-consuming job in itself. The best thing you can do as a homeowner is to study foundation
>> READ MOREHow Much Does Foundation Repair Cost?
At Atlas Piers of Atlanta, we understand that cost is a major consideration for home and business owners when deciding among foundation repair companies. Many factors can affect how much you pay for services, including your geographic location and the degree of damage to your foundation. While you must still fit the cost of foundation
>> READ MOREThree Reasons to Have Your Foundation Repaired During Winter
If you are starting to see signs of damage to your home’s foundation such as cracks and crumbling, you may wonder when to schedule foundation repair. At Atlas Piers of Atlanta, Inc., we recommend that you schedule a free inspection without delay no matter what the season. There can even be advantages to foundation repair
>> READ MOREIs Foundation Repair Covered Under Homeowner’s Insurance?
If you are counting on your homeowner’s insurance to cover any future foundation repair needs that arise, you might be caught off guard by the limitations included in your plan. To qualify for coverage, foundation damage must fall within the guidelines set by your insurance company. If it does not, then you will be on
>> READ MOREWhat to Do Before Calling a Foundation Repair Company
Are you worried that your foundation might need a repair? If so, you should contact a foundation repair company that’s fast, efficient, and reliable, as soon as possible. The sooner you address the damage, the better, so waiting around isn’t recommended. However, before contacting a foundation repair company, you may want to work through these
>> READ MOREHow the Time of Year Affects Foundation Repair
When you notice that your foundation needs to be repaired, you may wonder when the best time of year is to make the repairs. Foundation repair is a big project, and one of the main causes of foundation damage is the expanding and contracting of soil due to humidity and weather conditions. For this reason,
>> READ MORECommon Causes of Residential Foundation Problems
Spotting foundation issues can be tricky. Sometimes, serious signs of trouble can mimic conditions that are not serious at all, and to be on the safe side, you should contact a foundation specialist when you aren’t sure. However, if you know the early warning signs, you can protect your foundation and save yourself thousands of
>> READ MOREKey Benefits of Using Micropiles to Overcome Foundation Construction Challenges
Even a relatively new foundation may be suffering from construction challenges. Whether this is caused by settling, an overabundance of water in the area or a lack of adequate compaction of the building pad, when your foundation heaves or settles it can cause a multitude of problems in the building above. As bad as that
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