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What To Expect From A Foundation Contractor
Your request for a foundation inspection will require an on
site visit that may last approximately 1-2 hours on the
average home. A certified and trained specialist should do
these services. These certified people have an understanding
of the various movements with the required knowledge,
expertise and experience to ensure that you will receive a
professional result. The inspection should include the
entire structure.
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A visual inspection of your home or business with
your input to help you and the foundation repair
specialist understand what parts of the structure
are involved. |
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The specialist should take exterior foundation
elevations. |
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The specialist should take interior floor
elevations. |
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Indications of cracks and areas of foundation
failure should be on their service plan profile. |
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Deliver the service plan to you and educate you
about what services are recommended. They should
discuss the service plan so you will know what to
expect and what not to expect. |
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The service plan should include the type of piers
and placement so the structural loads have a high
safety factor. |
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Provide an estimate cost for their services. |
Because of the time, fuel and training required some
foundation contractors charge for this service. The fee is
typically $150 to $500 and is usually deducted when you have
the contractor do the work for you. However, the majority
offer this service free to homeowners.
Be sure that when you receive your quote you understand and
feel comfortable with the person and his firm.
Experienced and talented people are not cheap, so care
should be taken when you choose your contractor. Do not just
base your decision on the lowest price; understand that
approximately 30% of our work is after these less expensive
attempts failed.
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