How do you test for foundation problems?

• <div><p>You can use a level or straight-edge to test for plumb foundation walls and a level slab, a level or a ball to check for sloping floors inside your home, and a hygrometer to look for moisture in your underhome area. Aside from these DIY tests, it’s important to get a foundation repair specialist or structural engineer to test the foundation to see if it’s supporting your structure properly. They can determine if the loads on the concrete are uneven or need reinforcement.</p></div>

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Q: How can you tell if a crack is structural?

• <div><p>Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren&rsquo;t uneven across the gap, and don&rsquo;t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don&rsquo;t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.</p></div>

Q: How do I raise my house to make foundation repairs?

• <div><p>In order to raise your home to make foundation repairs, you'll need to bring in a structural engineer to help you design the project. You'll also need to see if you're eligible for the permits needed, and <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/foundation-contractors/">contact a foundation repair company near you</a>.</p></div>

Q: Can you reduce your slab leak repair costs by fixing it yourself?

• <div><p>You could DIY the work, but unless you have plumber&rsquo;s knowledge for identifying and fixing a slab leak and specialized equipment in your tool shed, attempting to DIY your slab leak repair isn&rsquo;t a good idea. It&rsquo;s simply not something that the average homeowner can take on themselves, regardless of how many successful DIY projects they&rsquo;ve got under their belt. You could, however, do something simple like <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stop-water-basement-floor.htm">foundation waterproofing</a> yourself to save some money on the post-repair work.</p></div>

Q: Should I buy a house with foundation issues?

• <div><p>You can buy a home with foundation issues, but understanding the extent of the problem and what solution you need is critical. If you learn that a home you&rsquo;re trying to buy has a foundation problem, it&rsquo;s not necessarily a deal breaker, but you should have a professional assess the issue to see how severe it is and know <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/when-to-walk-away-from-foundation-issues.htm">when to walk away from a foundation problem</a>. Foundation issues can necessitate simple and affordable solutions or complex work that costs thousands. </p></div>

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I am beyond frustrated with Country Concrete and feel obligated to warn anyone considering hiring them. They did a patio job for us in September 2024, and it has been nothing but a nightmare ever since. The patio was way too sloped to the point that it can be seen by the naked eye and has been...
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Reviewed in October 2023
Great local concrete company! They tore out the existing driveway and concrete step and installed a new concrete driveway and step. The work was completed very timely. The company responds very quickly and kept me updated on the project. The driveway turned out great! I would recommend this...
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Reviewed in May 2016
Project overall went very well. They had to get re-registered with my village for permit reasons, this took them virtually no time at all to complete with the village. Cost of the project was within my budget where as others were out of my budget. The quality of work and how the shed pad came...
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One of the representatives of the company came out and looked at our problem and gave us some practical solutions. Some of which we could actually handle ourselves. They were, prompt, professional and were not trying to "sell" us. They were more than willing to do the repair but felt it would...
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The first winter the concrete from Anderson Concrete fell apart. Thanks to Muffler Concrete, they sealed it after they finished it and it looks great.
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Emiliano installed pad & carpet in a basement office to cover the concrete floor. He came out once for an estimate and to determine the type of carpet to install and then again to perform the installation. He was punctual and called ahead to let me know when to expect him. Installation went...
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They did a good job at repairing my gutter. I'm very satisfied with their work.
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Kendall County Fence just did a fantastic job all the way around. From extra attention to the details of the concrete for the posts ( the bevel the concrete on top so they don't collect water) to the gate hardware and the post topping! I didn't realize they would cap the posts, too! Just a...
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Six months later we are still picking up cigarette butts, they damaged the irrigation and never bothered to tell us. Used silver screws on a black fence, dumped concrete leftovers in grass area leaving many damaged areas where we still haven't gotten the grass to grow back. For the price and...
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