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Tar Heel Basement Systems

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Tar Heel Basement Systems

4.77(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
2003 years of experience

Established in 2003, Tar Heel Basement Systems stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of North Carolina, we bring our local expertise closer to you. THBS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At THBS we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Felt rushed to approve the work and pay the balance. Discovered multiple issues later. Just inside the door there's a rock they missed, so now it's under the plastic, which will sooner or later puncture through. I asked for a better door than the one the first installed, but the second was also poorly made and didn't come close to sealing. Called/talked to someone about the issues, but afterward they stopped returning my calls. They also left lots of debris on the ground. The inspection didn't pass for multiple reasons. Waiting for them to come back and address the issues the inspector found. Update: THBS did follow up and fix the issues. They constructed a new crawlspace door that seals, which was the biggest issue. They took out the problematic rock. The inspection passed."

Doug I on May 2025

Established in 2003, Tar Heel Basement Systems stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of North Carolina, we bring our local expertise closer to you. THBS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At THBS we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Felt rushed to approve the work and pay the balance. Discovered multiple issues later. Just inside the door there's a rock they missed, so now it's under the plastic, which will sooner or later puncture through. I asked for a better door than the one the first installed, but the second was also poorly made and didn't come close to sealing. Called/talked to someone about the issues, but afterward they stopped returning my calls. They also left lots of debris on the ground. The inspection didn't pass for multiple reasons. Waiting for them to come back and address the issues the inspector found. Update: THBS did follow up and fix the issues. They constructed a new crawlspace door that seals, which was the biggest issue. They took out the problematic rock. The inspection passed."

Doug I on May 2025


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Tar Heel Basement Systems

4.61(
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Tar Heel Basement Systems

4.61(
35
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
2003 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Tar Heel Basement Systems, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across North Carolina. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Tar Heel Basement Systems is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.

"My wall is stabilized."

Nicholas H on April 2025

Tar Heel Basement Systems, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across North Carolina. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Tar Heel Basement Systems is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.

"My wall is stabilized."

Nicholas H on April 2025


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Carolina Foundation Solutions LLC

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Carolina Foundation Solutions LLC

4.71(
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Customers say: Super punctual
2002 years of experience

At Carolina Foundation Solutions, LLC our strength is our quality people. From the office to the field, our people are some of the most highly skilled in the industry. Our commitment to quality means that our people undergo an extensive training program and continuous re-certification on the products and services that we offer. We provide turn-key solutions to complex geotechnical and structural problems with expertise in identifying the problem, designing the repair and executing the required service. Our flexibility, variety of solutions and size enables us to best meet our clients’ needs. Call Carolina Foundation Solutions, LLC when you’re ready to deal with a professional company that understands your satisfaction is truly the cornerstone of our business. We offer proven solutions and expertise across a broad spectrum of foundation repair needs including: Foundation repair (across North Carolina, including Winston Salem, Charlotte, Raleigh and South Carolina.) Helical Piers / Helical Piles Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Minipiles Soil Screws / Soil Anchors Shoring Compaction Grouting Pressure Grouting Epoxy Crack Repairs/Stitch Welding Whatever the problem, allow us to utilize our 100 years of combined experience to provide the solution.

"I cancelled a job I put a deposit of $10,826.95 down for because the sale of my home fell through. I cancelled on June 13th and I still haven't received my refund as of 8/19. We have reached out on 3 separate occasions. My wife and I have been told different stories by different people as to what happened, but not much of it is adding up. After holding our deposit for over two months the manager said-- "We cannot do anything more to compensate you." Apparently, it is being overnighted this evening. Sadly, my advice is to proceed with caution. I give 2-stars because they apparently still have the money to refund me, it could have been worse I suppose."

Graham J on August 2025

At Carolina Foundation Solutions, LLC our strength is our quality people. From the office to the field, our people are some of the most highly skilled in the industry. Our commitment to quality means that our people undergo an extensive training program and continuous re-certification on the products and services that we offer. We provide turn-key solutions to complex geotechnical and structural problems with expertise in identifying the problem, designing the repair and executing the required service. Our flexibility, variety of solutions and size enables us to best meet our clients’ needs. Call Carolina Foundation Solutions, LLC when you’re ready to deal with a professional company that understands your satisfaction is truly the cornerstone of our business. We offer proven solutions and expertise across a broad spectrum of foundation repair needs including: Foundation repair (across North Carolina, including Winston Salem, Charlotte, Raleigh and South Carolina.) Helical Piers / Helical Piles Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Minipiles Soil Screws / Soil Anchors Shoring Compaction Grouting Pressure Grouting Epoxy Crack Repairs/Stitch Welding Whatever the problem, allow us to utilize our 100 years of combined experience to provide the solution.

"I cancelled a job I put a deposit of $10,826.95 down for because the sale of my home fell through. I cancelled on June 13th and I still haven't received my refund as of 8/19. We have reached out on 3 separate occasions. My wife and I have been told different stories by different people as to what happened, but not much of it is adding up. After holding our deposit for over two months the manager said-- "We cannot do anything more to compensate you." Apparently, it is being overnighted this evening. Sadly, my advice is to proceed with caution. I give 2-stars because they apparently still have the money to refund me, it could have been worse I suppose."

Graham J on August 2025


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Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair

4.52(
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Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair

4.52(
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Customers say: True professional
1984 years of experience

Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair isn't your typical company of contractors, but we make the search for a responsible and trustworthy contractor rather easy. We're a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. basement waterproofing network, where you'll find a network of dealers devoted to the important guidelines of respect, integrity and responsibility. We want to meet your needs and wherever possible, we even want to exceed your expectations! Additional phones - (800) 536-6260, (919) 605-4110, (919) 982-1239, (919) 422-3206.

"I had a flood for the first time in the crawlspace and basement. I called Regional Foundation & Crawlspace Repair to come out. They wanted 27K for crawlspace encapsulation, that was too much and I could do most the work myself. I instead paid them $5,000.00 to bury a geodrain and install a triple safe sump pump system. This is the job they did, they installed the sump pumps at the 3rd to lowest point in the crawlspace and this geodrain goes back and forth from uphill to downhill. The lowest point still allows water to flood downstairs. They also cracked a chunk of my foundation at the point of sump pumps egress. Outside they just threw rocks on ground were the water comes out and can get back into the ground to reenter the crawlspace. They got 1 star because the people were nice, their job was not. Update as of 4/23/2024 they contacted me and said they wanted to make sure everything was good. A Girl and guy came out and noticed a couple things I didn't and said they would fix it that their company does not do work like that. They dug up all the previous geodrain and moved it to walls, tried to level out the drain and changed the location of the pumps and the drain outside. She had a really good work ethic and never took a break. The guy was on the other side of house and think he did good too. Everything they did looked professional and looks like they fixed everything. They had to come back today to finish the work today, but had three of them. It all looks good and they tested everything. They apologized about the old work and were not sure went wrong, but I don't have a negative view of the company now and am satisfied with the work they did. Just nocking one star for the under trained individuals that came the first time, the second crew was great!"

Richard M on April 2024

Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair isn't your typical company of contractors, but we make the search for a responsible and trustworthy contractor rather easy. We're a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. basement waterproofing network, where you'll find a network of dealers devoted to the important guidelines of respect, integrity and responsibility. We want to meet your needs and wherever possible, we even want to exceed your expectations! Additional phones - (800) 536-6260, (919) 605-4110, (919) 982-1239, (919) 422-3206.

"I had a flood for the first time in the crawlspace and basement. I called Regional Foundation & Crawlspace Repair to come out. They wanted 27K for crawlspace encapsulation, that was too much and I could do most the work myself. I instead paid them $5,000.00 to bury a geodrain and install a triple safe sump pump system. This is the job they did, they installed the sump pumps at the 3rd to lowest point in the crawlspace and this geodrain goes back and forth from uphill to downhill. The lowest point still allows water to flood downstairs. They also cracked a chunk of my foundation at the point of sump pumps egress. Outside they just threw rocks on ground were the water comes out and can get back into the ground to reenter the crawlspace. They got 1 star because the people were nice, their job was not. Update as of 4/23/2024 they contacted me and said they wanted to make sure everything was good. A Girl and guy came out and noticed a couple things I didn't and said they would fix it that their company does not do work like that. They dug up all the previous geodrain and moved it to walls, tried to level out the drain and changed the location of the pumps and the drain outside. She had a really good work ethic and never took a break. The guy was on the other side of house and think he did good too. Everything they did looked professional and looks like they fixed everything. They had to come back today to finish the work today, but had three of them. It all looks good and they tested everything. They apologized about the old work and were not sure went wrong, but I don't have a negative view of the company now and am satisfied with the work they did. Just nocking one star for the under trained individuals that came the first time, the second crew was great!"

Richard M on April 2024


Bedrock Foundation Systems Inc

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Bedrock Foundation Systems Inc

4.24(
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Customers say: Terrific value
1998 years of experience

Bedrock Foundation Systems Inc., established in 1998, solves homeowners’ structural repair problems. We are dedicated to helping you determine the actual problems you’re facing with your home. We inspect your home, evaluate the problem, and determine the best solution for you. We explain what is wrong and the different options for repair. We specialize in structural repair. This means we work from the foundation up through the house to the roof, including the chimney to determine the extent of the damage and the potential impact that may occur in the future. All of our contracts are “Guaranteed Maximum Price” to accomplish the work specified. This means that if additional repairs are necessary, it is covered under the contract. You are relying on us to know our job, so you should not be penalized. We maintain a sufficient number of trained/qualified crews to start work on your home within 2 weeks from the time of your approval. The basic crew is usually 3 technicians, and at various stages the crew size will be increased to facilitate the schedule to complete your repairs on time. Occasionally we sub-contract the specialized areas of the project. IE: The repair of the brick cracks, other cosmetic blemishes, or the concrete work on sidewalks, patios and driveways. Otherwise our own people do the work. We work closely with outside Structural Engineers to evaluate the problems with your home and to inspect our work to avoid any conflict of interest. Bedrock Foundation Systems provides a “Turn Key Service” for your convenience. We look forward to hearing from you to discuss your concerns.

Bedrock Foundation Systems Inc., established in 1998, solves homeowners’ structural repair problems. We are dedicated to helping you determine the actual problems you’re facing with your home. We inspect your home, evaluate the problem, and determine the best solution for you. We explain what is wrong and the different options for repair. We specialize in structural repair. This means we work from the foundation up through the house to the roof, including the chimney to determine the extent of the damage and the potential impact that may occur in the future. All of our contracts are “Guaranteed Maximum Price” to accomplish the work specified. This means that if additional repairs are necessary, it is covered under the contract. You are relying on us to know our job, so you should not be penalized. We maintain a sufficient number of trained/qualified crews to start work on your home within 2 weeks from the time of your approval. The basic crew is usually 3 technicians, and at various stages the crew size will be increased to facilitate the schedule to complete your repairs on time. Occasionally we sub-contract the specialized areas of the project. IE: The repair of the brick cracks, other cosmetic blemishes, or the concrete work on sidewalks, patios and driveways. Otherwise our own people do the work. We work closely with outside Structural Engineers to evaluate the problems with your home and to inspect our work to avoid any conflict of interest. Bedrock Foundation Systems provides a “Turn Key Service” for your convenience. We look forward to hearing from you to discuss your concerns.


"Very upset. Paid a small fortune for it not to be done correctly. Was told they would return in 6 weeks to reshim. They didn't show and I had to call and schedule an appointment for much later. The appointment was rescheduled by them for a day I was out of town without telling me! Was told when they finally came out that it was not done correctly and they would be back in six weeks to do some more work. No show again. Now waiting for them to call back to reschedule! This has been going on for 8 months. Floor is still sagging. Cracks in walls and ceiling from not having level floors. Ridiculous. I DO NOT recommend them at all!!! (the guys that worked on the house are nice, though)"

R H on December 2024

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"Very upset. Paid a small fortune for it not to be done correctly. Was told they would return in 6 weeks to reshim. They didn't show and I had to call and schedule an appointment for much later. The appointment was rescheduled by them for a day I was out of town without telling me! Was told when they finally came out that it was not done correctly and they would be back in six weeks to do some more work. No show again. Now waiting for them to call back to reschedule! This has been going on for 8 months. Floor is still sagging. Cracks in walls and ceiling from not having level floors. Ridiculous. I DO NOT recommend them at all!!! (the guys that worked on the house are nice, though)"

R H on December 2024


Maxsus Inc Roofing & Restoration

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Maxsus Inc Roofing & Restoration

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Maxsus Inc. is a Roofing & Restorations company that has been built from the ground up with the specific intention of becoming the best in the industry at mitigating storm damage from wind and hail and offering our clients unmatched support with negotiating & navigating the difficult insurance claims process with their providers, ensuring that homeowners get the most value rewarded for damages to their properties. While the storm industry is our specialty, we also offer our expanding roofing knowledge & expertise to the renovations, new construction, and real-estate industries and seek to expand our clientele in these markets. Our skilled crews are highly trained in most modern roofing materials and applications including: architectural asphalt shingle, wood / cedar shake, composite, eco shake, clay tile, slate, composite slate, architectural metal, standing seam metal, & custom copper dormers, downspouts, and gutter systems for high end luxury applications. We have come to prefer working with the well known Certainteed product line & pricing structure to offer our clients the best rated product and value, but can fulfill any job request with custom quotes on all product lines, including GAF, Owens Corning, TAMKO, Atlas, & IKO upon request.

Maxsus Inc. is a Roofing & Restorations company that has been built from the ground up with the specific intention of becoming the best in the industry at mitigating storm damage from wind and hail and offering our clients unmatched support with negotiating & navigating the difficult insurance claims process with their providers, ensuring that homeowners get the most value rewarded for damages to their properties. While the storm industry is our specialty, we also offer our expanding roofing knowledge & expertise to the renovations, new construction, and real-estate industries and seek to expand our clientele in these markets. Our skilled crews are highly trained in most modern roofing materials and applications including: architectural asphalt shingle, wood / cedar shake, composite, eco shake, clay tile, slate, composite slate, architectural metal, standing seam metal, & custom copper dormers, downspouts, and gutter systems for high end luxury applications. We have come to prefer working with the well known Certainteed product line & pricing structure to offer our clients the best rated product and value, but can fulfill any job request with custom quotes on all product lines, including GAF, Owens Corning, TAMKO, Atlas, & IKO upon request.


EHM

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EHM

4.50(
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Customers say: Quality work
1954 years of experience

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021


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Southeast Foundation & Crawl Space Repair

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Southeast Foundation & Crawl Space Repair

3.94(
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Customers say: Super punctual
2009 years of experience

Southeast Foundation Repair is a family-owned business specializing in foundation repair, basement waterproofing & finishing, crawl space encapsulation and foundation wall crack sealing. We service Southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Wilmington, and surrounding areas such as Boiling Spring Lakes, Burgaw, Carolina Beach, Clinton, Elizabethville, Hope Mills, Laurinburg, Lumberton, Murraysville, Myrtle Grove, North Myrtle, Oak Island, Raeford, Red Springs, Roseboro, Sneads Ferry, St. James, Sunset Beach, Wallace, Whiteville, Wrightsboro, and Wrightsville Beach.

"Our crawlspace was encapsulated in June and almost immediately had issues with leaking. They had to come back twice to fix the leaks in the hatch and fix the substandard job that was done in terminating the condensate pump drain. In addition, we have had more leaks in the past several months that were addressed by them resealing. The most recent time they came out to fix a leak, the service technician did not actually fix anything, but rather told us we needed a sump pump and left it at that. About three months in, a horrid smell developed in the house from the crawlspace. At first, the team lead came in and said it was the worst crawlspace he'd ever smelled and suggested it was due to rats. That same day we had Terminex come out, and they ended up getting on the phone with the service manager to tell her there was no possible way it was rats. Her solution? Try a dehumidifier. Unsurprisingly, in the winter, when stack effect is most prominent, it did not address the issue (the provided dehumidifier with charcoal filter does not run when humidity levels are low)./'][ From doing my own research, it seems that this is soil gasses which can be fixed with a mitigation system/ventilation system and a sump pump. We would be happy to work with the service manager to move forward with some of the options, but she has proven to be unwilling to work with us because "we have already given them a free dehumidifier," as relayed by the service technician when he was on site. Other issues have included: rim joists unsealed and uninsulated, mold being "treated" but left hanging on the joists and not cleaned off, and electrical and plumbing points left unsealed which contributed to the smell during the cold weather due to stack effect. Over the last few months when contacting the service manager, she has grown increasingly shorter in her temperament with us or ignores communication altogether. This company does not care that we are still experiencing problems with the encapsulation system. At this point, we are completely at a loss for how to continue as this has dragged on for months. Based on responses we have received from them and the length of time it takes for them to come onsite we have lost confidence in their ability to resolve our issues. To anyone considering using them for an encapsulation, we would recommend using a different company."

Rya H on February 2024

Southeast Foundation Repair is a family-owned business specializing in foundation repair, basement waterproofing & finishing, crawl space encapsulation and foundation wall crack sealing. We service Southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Wilmington, and surrounding areas such as Boiling Spring Lakes, Burgaw, Carolina Beach, Clinton, Elizabethville, Hope Mills, Laurinburg, Lumberton, Murraysville, Myrtle Grove, North Myrtle, Oak Island, Raeford, Red Springs, Roseboro, Sneads Ferry, St. James, Sunset Beach, Wallace, Whiteville, Wrightsboro, and Wrightsville Beach.

"Our crawlspace was encapsulated in June and almost immediately had issues with leaking. They had to come back twice to fix the leaks in the hatch and fix the substandard job that was done in terminating the condensate pump drain. In addition, we have had more leaks in the past several months that were addressed by them resealing. The most recent time they came out to fix a leak, the service technician did not actually fix anything, but rather told us we needed a sump pump and left it at that. About three months in, a horrid smell developed in the house from the crawlspace. At first, the team lead came in and said it was the worst crawlspace he'd ever smelled and suggested it was due to rats. That same day we had Terminex come out, and they ended up getting on the phone with the service manager to tell her there was no possible way it was rats. Her solution? Try a dehumidifier. Unsurprisingly, in the winter, when stack effect is most prominent, it did not address the issue (the provided dehumidifier with charcoal filter does not run when humidity levels are low)./'][ From doing my own research, it seems that this is soil gasses which can be fixed with a mitigation system/ventilation system and a sump pump. We would be happy to work with the service manager to move forward with some of the options, but she has proven to be unwilling to work with us because "we have already given them a free dehumidifier," as relayed by the service technician when he was on site. Other issues have included: rim joists unsealed and uninsulated, mold being "treated" but left hanging on the joists and not cleaned off, and electrical and plumbing points left unsealed which contributed to the smell during the cold weather due to stack effect. Over the last few months when contacting the service manager, she has grown increasingly shorter in her temperament with us or ignores communication altogether. This company does not care that we are still experiencing problems with the encapsulation system. At this point, we are completely at a loss for how to continue as this has dragged on for months. Based on responses we have received from them and the length of time it takes for them to come onsite we have lost confidence in their ability to resolve our issues. To anyone considering using them for an encapsulation, we would recommend using a different company."

Rya H on February 2024


"I am so thankful to have found Roland!!! He has done several jobs for me at rental properties and now he is my go to person for all HVAC and home repairs/maintenance!! He is reliable, trustworthy, dependable & honest. If he says he will be there & he can do it, he will! For 6 of my units, I had made a small list of items that I knew needed fixing. I asked Roland to check everything & he took pictures & sent me a list of additional items. He did not try to upsell me, he was honest & I greatly appreciated everthing. He sent before & after pictures. I felt like he was treating my home like he would his own. In today's world it is hard to find good honest people/workers, Roland is one!"

Wendy b on July 2024

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"I am so thankful to have found Roland!!! He has done several jobs for me at rental properties and now he is my go to person for all HVAC and home repairs/maintenance!! He is reliable, trustworthy, dependable & honest. If he says he will be there & he can do it, he will! For 6 of my units, I had made a small list of items that I knew needed fixing. I asked Roland to check everything & he took pictures & sent me a list of additional items. He did not try to upsell me, he was honest & I greatly appreciated everthing. He sent before & after pictures. I felt like he was treating my home like he would his own. In today's world it is hard to find good honest people/workers, Roland is one!"

Wendy b on July 2024

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Foundation Repair questions, answered by experts

If your foundation repair claim gets denied, the first step is to carefully read over your policy and denial letter so you understand the reason for the denial. Then, gather evidence and documents that can support your case and appeal the denial with your insurance company. If your insurer does not eventually honor your claim, you may want to file a complaint with the insurance department in your state. In some cases, it may make sense to work with an attorney and file a lawsuit.

Yes, a house can collapse from severe foundation problems if left unchecked, which is why it’s so important to carry out routine foundation inspections and call for repairs at the first sign of an issue. Foundation cracks often take years to get to the point where your home is at risk of collapsing. Implementing a solution quickly, even if your issue seems minor, is always worthwhile.

Yes, you can live with a cracked foundation—in fact, most people do. Virtually all foundations crack from normal settlement, and while settling cracks benefit from sealing to prevent water and moisture intrusion, most aren’t an issue. If you have structural cracks in your foundation, it might be safe to live in your home for some time, but you should address them immediately to prevent structure collapse and major property damage.

There are many actions that specialists can take to repair a bad foundation. However, just like a car, a specialist will determine whether the cost of repairs is worth it in the long run. In many cases, repairs to the surrounding property—such as regrading your lawn or addressing lawn drainage issues—will also be necessary.

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.

“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.”

The Jamesville, NC homeowners’ guide to foundation repairs

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