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>

What should I do at the same time as repairing concrete steps?

• <div><p>You may want to hire a concrete floor contractor to check out your home’s concrete surfaces or inspect your home’s foundation for minor damages that they can fix while on site. They may be able to fix <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-causes-concrete-and-asphalt-driveway-cracks.htm">cracks in your driveway</a> or garage floor the same day they fix your concrete steps, as well. General concrete repair experts usually won’t be able to handle larger jobs, like <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/diy-mudjacking.htm">leveling a sunken foundation</a>, so you’ll need to hire a structural engineer for bigger projects.</p></div>

Does insurance cover a sinking foundation?

• <div><p>Homeowners insurance doesn’t usually cover a sinking foundation. While <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-homeowners-insurance-cover-foundation-repair.htm">insurance will cover some kinds of foundation damage</a>, coverage is usually limited to damage from natural disasters, fire, or impact. Foundation sinking is rarely covered by insurance, so it’s a good idea to make repairs early on to avoid costly problems in the future.</p></div>

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Q: Can a slab leak cause a sinkhole?

• <div><p>It is possible for a slab leak to cause a sinkhole, but it would have to be a particularly serious leak. A slab leak causes the land under your home to erode and if there is enough movement depressions will form in the ground, potentially causing a sinkhole.</p></div>

Q: Can repair improve energy efficiency?

• <div><p>Addressing gaps and cracks reduces heat loss and improves energy use.</p></div>

Q: Does insurance cover a sinking foundation?

• <div><p>Homeowners insurance doesn&rsquo;t usually cover a sinking foundation. While <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-homeowners-insurance-cover-foundation-repair.htm">insurance will cover some kinds of foundation damage</a>, coverage is usually limited to damage from natural disasters, fire, or impact. Foundation sinking is rarely covered by insurance, so it&rsquo;s a good idea to make repairs early on to avoid costly problems in the future.</p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
Very friendly and professional! Showed up for a quote the day I contacted them and were here a week later to do the repairs!
Leak Seekers
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Reviewed in November 2022
Horrible, absolutely horrible. DO NOT use this company. Company charges $289 to come out and look at your hot tub with the claim that the $289 will be applied to the total repair cost. Once they finally came to my house in mid July to look at the tub, the tech identified the issue right where...
Clear Water Spa Co. LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Jason responded immediately to my request for new well tank. He even offered to come immediately. He had great communication and was very honest with pricing. He also explained the availability of tanks and time involved to repair. He did exactly what he said and cleaned the site when done. ...
Performance Pump and Well Services, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
Josiah was very professiona and nice. He was on time. Excellent person, i will give out his name to my friends thst need garage doors repair or a new garage door opener. Very nice young man
MyHome Garage Doors IL, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2018
Very professional repair job, higher than expected cost though. Technician was very professional, and kept me informed and involved throughout the repair process. Left the area very clean.
Heritage Home Service
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Reviewed in November 2016
He started with a price of $380 which was a bit high and then he said he found another problem after he started. Now it is $500 dollar repair on an $800 six yr old fridge. I could have spent another $400 and had a new one. Will not use him again.
Demitrus Appliance
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Reviewed in January 2014
He did not fix the car"s problem, and then told me to arrange towing and service somewhere else because he had "done all he could". The Dealership it was towed to then had to repair the damage caused by his mistake.
Jordan'S Garage
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Reviewed in September 2013
Gaudreau's is the best place near Bethel to go for your Jeep repairs. they know just about everything one can know about Jeeps. Their work is first class.
GAUDREAU'S REPAIRS
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Reviewed in October 2008
Entire process worked very well. Fred Scannell provided a very prompted quote and was very knowledgeable about the required work. The job began on the schedule date and was completed as promised. Workmanship of the repair was excellent.
ONE OVER TWO MASONRY
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