Can foundation issues cause ceilings to collapse?

• <div><p>Yes, foundation problems can cause ceilings to collapse or even your whole house to crumble. Left unaddressed, natural sinking can build up and eventually harm your home’s supporting structure, such as walls, beams, and frames. Your basement ceiling may be the first place to look for signs of a ceiling collapse caused by foundation problems. </p></div>

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Q: Can horizontal foundation cracks be fixed?

• <div><p>Barring extreme home foundation problems, most horizontal foundation cracks are fixable using one or more methods. Most of the repair methods require professional expertise to accomplish, and include plate anchors, steel reinforcement, soil anchors, reconstruction, or carbon fiber strip applications. Contacting a professional to diagnose the problem early can minimize repair expenses. </p></div>

Q: What are the warning signs of a serious concrete crack?

• <div><p>Minor hairline cracks in your concrete may not look pretty, but they&rsquo;re often not serious. It&rsquo;s when concrete cracks are larger&mdash;wide enough that you can slide a credit card into it&mdash;that you need to worry. If you monitor a crack and can trace its active expansion over time, you&rsquo;ll definitely want to call in a pro to inspect it and, potentially, repair it. Want to prevent cracks in your garage and driveway concrete in the future? Stay on top of sealing. Here&rsquo;s how to seal your concrete garage floor and driveway.</p></div>

Q: How much does foundation repair cost?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-foundation-repair-cost.htm">Foundation repairs cost</a> about $5,000, on average. Typically, prices range from $2,200 to $7,800, depending on the type and extent of repairs needed. Cost factors include foundation type, home size, soil stability, accessibility, and the ultimate cause of the problem and what methods and materials are required to fix it.</p></div>

Q: What happens if you get caught doing foundation repair without a permit?

• <div><p>If your building department catches you or a contractor doing foundation work without proper permits, they will likely put the work on hold until you secure the necessary permits, which can cause delays of days or even weeks. You can also face violation charges for construction without a permit, which can cost hundreds, depending on where you live.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2011
I have nothing but the highest praise for All Season. All the crews were polite and professional and hard working. They brought it all together on time and with no snags. We are very very happy with All Season Home Improvement Co.
All Season Home Improvement Co
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Reviewed in June 2014
They poured a concrete slab. The work was excellent, they very prompt, reasonable rate and very professional.
Nile Contracting
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Reviewed in September 2011
Richard is a really great guy. He is very personable. He worked hard and made sure everything was done to our specifications. He was fine with us adding things on to the job. Very patient with us. He was there every day until the job was complete. A friend of mine also had him remodel her...
Richard's Construction
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Reviewed in August 2009
The first challenge was deciding if we should do an inside fix or and outside fix. Intercoastal gave us great advice and an honest assesment of what really needed to be done. He said our drainage system was fine, we just needed to find where the pipe that it connected to drained to daylight. ...
InterCoastal Concrete & Waterproofing Inc
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Reviewed in October 2010
Mr. Lawrence's work was exceptional. He consistently exceeded our expectations. He is a person of integrity and great skill. He was very honest, left our job site clean each day and gave us great advice. We could not be more pleased with his work and would highly recommend him to anyone...
A P LAWRENCE & DAUGHTER CONSTR
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Reviewed in August 2013
The owner, Joel Wilson showed up to see the jobsite, and then came and performed the work professionally, and was very responsive. The experienced carpenter that is building the house stated that it was the best foundation work that he's ever worked on. Very well put together and very accurate...
Champion Concrete
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Reviewed in December 2012
Home not finished according to the Maine Manufactured Building code. Has safty violations. Contractors unresponsive to my attorney. I am currently working with the Robert LeClair of the Maine Manufactured Housing Board and David Cuttler of Keiser Homes. major issues still not resolved
New England Structures
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