Foundation Repair
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Your Local Foundation Repair Contractors
Have you noticed cracks along your foundation, on the ceiling, or on your walls? Those are just a few of the signs you may need foundation repair services – and there are many more. If you suspect an issue, it’s important to take care of it as soon as possible because small foundation issues can turn into major problems in a hurry.
Masonry Waterproofing, and Drainage Masters routinely saves homeowners thousands of dollars by addressing minor repairs early on. We’re an experienced foundation contractor with 17 years of experience providing expert foundation repairs in Portland OR, Vancouver WA, and the surrounding areas. Don’t wait until a minor repair turns into a massive problem – call Masonry Waterproofing, and Drainage Masters today for a free foundation repair estimate.
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Our experts will quickly diagnose your problems and recommend the most affordable repairs available that bring a real solution to your foundation problems.
Our crawl space contractors at Masonry Waterproofing, and Drainage Masters can fully inspect, diagnose problems, and recommend affordable repairs.
A resurfaced concrete wall improves a home’s appearance and value. Without a timely repair or resurface, you may need far more extensive repairs.
Cracks, sagging floors, chimneys pulling away from the house, and tight doors and windows are all reasons to get foundation posts replaced or adjusted.
Have you noticed deterioration or cracking in your foundation or brickwork? Parging can restore and protect your masonry.
Have you noticed a crack in your foundation? Find out whether it’s cause for concern or not with some help from the Masonry Masters team.
Sill plate repair or replacement becomes necessary if the wood experiences serious dry rot, wet rot, or you have undergone a high level of termite damage.
Signs You May Need Foundation Repairs
How do you know if your home’s foundation needs repair? The appearance of cracks in your foundation is the number one indicator, but it’s not the only sign your foundation is compromised. Also, the cracks don’t have to appear in your foundation to cause concern. Finding cracks in your walls or ceiling can also indicate foundation damage.
These are the most common signs your foundation needs repair:
- Cracks on the ceiling or interior and exterior walls of your home
- Water damage and soil shifting
- Doors jamming or failing to latch
- Windows that are difficult to open and close completely
- Spacing between crown molding and the ceiling
- Spacing between caulking on windows and doors
Do Cracks in Your Walls or Ceiling Always Mean Foundation Damage?
No, not necessarily. Normal settlement cracks are common but should be fixed to prevent further cracks and water in the home. These crack issues should be monitored to ensure they do not return and to ensure that movement and settlement issues have been properly addressed.
Settling and shifting of foundations can often be caused by building a structure on soil that is expanding or contracting due to freezing cycles or poor drainage, non-compacted fill soils, or poor landscaping around the home’s foundation.
Foundation Repair FAQs
A seismic retrofit or upgrade fortifies your building so it’s better equipped to survive an earthquake. This is especially important in earthquake-prone areas like the Pacific Northwest (and the entire western United States). A typical seismic retrofit helps secure your home to its foundation and ensures the foundation is reinforced, so it’s ready to handle the intense shaking.
Our foundation contractors proudly offer seismic retrofit services to homeowners and businesses in Portland. For more information, check out our seismic retrofit page.
While a little settling is normal for most houses, you should definitely pay attention if you notice any unusual cracks in your walls or ceiling, doors or windows sticking, or uneven floors. In the event that you notice any of these signs, monitor the situation closely, and if things get worse, call an experienced foundation repair contractor.
For more information, be sure to check out our page on how to tell the difference between normal house settling and foundation damage.
In a competitive home buyer’s market, does it make sense to purchase a home with foundation issues? It really depends. Get as much information as you can about the situation, how much it might cost to repair, and what the long-term risks are. In some cases, the foundation damage might present a unique buying opportunity. In other cases, the best choice might be staying away.
For more information, check out our article on deciding whether to buy a house with foundation damage.
If your foundation is leaking, it can be a big problem. Even a little bit of water can lead to costly repairs and damage. The first step toward repairing the leak is determining the scale of the damage and where the leak is coming from. If you determine that the leak is severe, we recommend calling a foundation repair company as soon as possible.
For more information, be sure to check out our page on how to repair a foundation leak.
The answer is it depends. In general, if your foundation damage is caused by a sudden event – for example, a natural disaster like an earthquake – it will be covered. If the damage is gradual and caused by regular wear and tear, your insurance is unlikely to cover repairs.
For more information, be sure to check out our page on determining whether homeowner’s insurance covers foundation repairs.
Experts in Foundation Services
One of our top specialties is fixing and inspecting foundations. If your home’s foundation is deteriorating due to shifting soil or improper drainage, or you have drainage issues in your crawl space or around your foundation, our foundation repair contractors are here to help. We offer several solutions depending on your home’s unique situation to permanently fix your foundation issues.
Whatever the cause of this settling, it can lower the value of your home. Whatever you are experiencing with your home’s foundation, be it bowed and/or cracked foundation walls, cracks in the drywall, sagging floors, or unstable foundation soils, our expert foundation repair contractors will fix your foundation problem!
With over 30 years of experience, we serve the entire Portland OR and Vancouver WA area. Masonry Waterproofing, and Drainage Masters combine experience, professionalism, cost effectiveness, and speed to provide a superior service and outcome in foundation repairs. Contact us today.
