Should I repair or replace crumbling concrete steps before adding a railing?

• <div><p>Crumbling concrete steps will affect your ability to drill into the material and affix a sturdy railing. If the damage is primarily cosmetic, you might be able to DIY the repair with a patch kit. If the concrete is badly crumbling, hire a professional who specializes in pouring concrete. The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-repair-chipped-broken-concrete-step-steps-lead-front-door.htm">concrete step repair cost</a> is <b>$500</b> from a professional, but the extent of the damage will determine your actual cost. The professional may recommend a replacement if the damage is extensive.</p></div>

Will your foundation be able to support a second story?

• <div><p>Most single-story homes don't have foundations strong enough to support a second story, but they can be reinforced for an addition. A structural engineer can assess your foundation and what needs to be done to get it ready. They'll look at any cracks or unevenness in your current foundation and consider any special framing or beams your home needs, especially if it’s in a high-wind or hurricane area.</p><p>“To support a second story, many structural engineers will require that you install additional concrete piers in the crawlspace,” says Tschudi. “This involves hand excavating, pouring a large concrete footing—usually with specially coated rebar—and then building concrete piers right up to the girders.”</p></div>

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Q: Does cracked brick mean foundation problems?

• <div><p>Sometimes cracked brick can mean a foundation problem, such as when the crack appears indoors and is vertical, or long horizontal cracks either inside or outside. If the crack widens at the top, then it&rsquo;s safe to assume there is structural damage. Other things to look for are uneven floors, diagonal cracks indoors, and doors and windows that stick. </p></div>

Q: When should I be worried about foundation settling?

• <div><p>Foundation settlement should be a concern if you notice it happening suddenly and years after construction, if the settlement results in signs of structural damage in your home, or if it happens after a flood, nearby sinkhole, or earthquake. Some signs of severe foundation settlement that should prompt you to call a repair specialist include sloping or uneven floors, large cracks in your foundation, moisture issues or pest infestation in your basement or crawl space, and an uneven roofline.</p></div>

Q: How do you fix spalling concrete steps?

• <div><p>If your concrete steps have crumbled or chipped, you can fix them by removing any chips or flakes, cleaning and wetting the affected area, applying a concrete bonding agent, and finally applying new concrete, usually in the form of Portland cement. For widespread damage, you can consider concrete resurfacing instead. For fixing <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/concrete-spalling.htm">concrete spalling</a> that has led to deep damage, you might need to remove damaged material, add structural supports, and pour new concrete into a mold.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2023
Mike and his guys attacked a difficult job - reinforcing a crumbling 15 foot wall built long ago with concrete and heavy stones. We were amazed by their ingenuity and skill in tackling and completing this difficult project. The outcome is excellent, and we highly recommend Michal Cacillas...
CASILLAS HARD-SCAPE & CUSTOM HOMES LLC
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Reviewed in March 2016
I have sold a few properties in Pierce County….. I appreciate the service provided by Benson Hill septic. My system is pumped, inspected, minor repairs completed…. AND all the county paperwork filed…. One call and everything is done…. Thank you!
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Reviewed in January 2016
When we had water damage from a broken water filter, Brian Hunter and his team repaired the dry wall, textured, and painted. Always very professional.
Hunter & Hunter Construction
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Reviewed in July 2014
We had a leak in the attic from the air conditioning which created mold and finally damaged the dry wall. 911 Restoration came diagnosed the problem, did the mold remediation and testing and then the dry wall repair. Their response to our call was quick and the work was done in a timely manner....
911 Restoration of Gilbert
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Reviewed in June 2014
I have contracted lots of jobs. This is The best contracted service ever. The owner was quick to respond, and his word was his bond. He was truthful and up front with us on his work schedule. Even though he had a 6 week backlog, we trusted him and were willing to wait. He got back to us in a...
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Reviewed in June 2014
Drove in with a flat tire, they removed, repaired and put it back on the card in about an hour. very happy with service on a Sunday morning.
BIG O TIRES
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Reviewed in September 2013
They did an excellent job of repairing the vehicle. You would never know it had been in an accident. They even finished one day earlier than estimated.
MC SPADDEN FORD INC
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Reviewed in July 2013
Theft system would not let me start car. They towed car fast and did an excellent job diagnosing and repairing it quickly. Even went above and beyond by fixing an annoying alarm buzzer every time drivers door opened that a previous shop had gotten wires crossed.
SALOME AUTO PARTS
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Reviewed in December 2012
My husband and I live on a hill, and the steep driveway has been eroding for years. Efforts to fix it ourselves had been in vain, as portions of the driveway contain caliche, and the center of the driveway had eroded to the point where water was flowing down the center of the road during rain...
CROSS BROTHERS CONTRACTING INC
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Reviewed in March 2012
They have great follow up. I was told by the owner that he didn't care if he got my business, as long as my heat exchanger was repaired. It was life or death, really, because carbon monoxide was leaking into my home. He even had to go purchase special equipment to test the amount of carbon...
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