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>

Are foundation repairs permanent?

• <div><p>Some foundation repairs are permanent, like underpinning and exterior drainage systems like the French drain. These fixes address the underlying problems—insufficient support from the soil and hydrostatic pressure on your foundation walls, respectively—so they can last for many decades, making them “lifetime fixes.” There are other solutions to address these issues that will last for up to a decade, making them temporary. These include slabjacking to raise concrete slabs back into place and dampproofing to reduce the water in the soil that interacts with the concrete foundation. </p></div>

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Q: Is it safe to live in a house with foundation problems?

• <div><p>It can be safe to live in a house with minor foundation problems as long as the issues are checked and monitored by a professional. Minor cracks are rarely a cause for structural concerns, but signs of leaks, sinking, or bulging walls should be strongly scrutinized by a foundation specialist. Similarly, it's always smart to hire a professional when you're concerned about <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/undisclosed-foundation-damage-and-previous-repairs.htm">buying a house with foundation repairs</a>. </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>

Q: Will a bank finance a house with foundation problems?

• <div><p>It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won&rsquo;t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing. </p></div>

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Capital Chimneys and Masonry Repairs contacted me the same day i requested a quote, and were able to visit to provide a quote within day or so. They then visited, and completed the chinking on an outside wall, repaired a wall in the basement, and were able to install a gutter to ensure the water...
Capital Chimneys and Masonry Repairs
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Reviewed in April 2024
I highly recommend Tyler. He responded quickly, did the chimney repair work quickly, and did a great job. He saved me a lot of money compared to another estimate. He is also pleasant, professional and easy to work with. He explained everything thoroughly. It was an excellent experience.
M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair
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Reviewed in January 2024
Bob was prompt and professional. We had him replace the crown on our chimney, replace several bricks, replace some flashing and repair some loose slate on our front step. I would highly recommend him for any masonary job.
RMD Restoration Services
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Reviewed in May 2023
Dan did an amazing job with our project! He built a solid, level foundation and constructed a large shed with loft area. He was skilled, efficient, dependable, and knowledgeable. And also just an all around cool, friendly person to work with. We would not hesitate to call him for additional...
Shapiro Construction
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Reviewed in December 2022
About a year ago they did duct work troubleshooting for me. Cut a 8 inch gap in my duct work, forced open a damper. Was told they would be back in 2 weeks to replace the damper and repair the duct work. 8 months later no damper replacement or duct work repair. Called back on Oct. 8th and I was...
Denson Heating & Air Cond Co
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Reviewed in September 2013
Very clever at finding problems, Uses common sense. very reasonable rate, much less than Albany repair shops.
Richie's Auto Repair
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Reviewed in July 2013
Called last winter with no heat and they were here within hours. Very skilled and had the furnace cleaned and repaired very quickly. Ran well for the rest of the winter. Called recently to get an outdoor faucet repaired and had to wait a few weeks. It was not an emergency, so that was...
East Hill Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in October 2009
Very prompt. Response was professional and sensitive to not installing repair iitems that were working OK when he left. Left us with instructions as to what to do in the future if it again became a problem (call him and he would order the part and install). We would not hesitate to call them...
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WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

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"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

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