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>

Is thicker concrete less likely to crack?

• <div><p>Yes, thicker concrete is less likely to crack. The thicker the concrete is, the less susceptible it is to extreme changes in weather conditions that often cause concrete to crack or chip. If you’re unable to install a thicker concrete driveway for any reason, you can also ask your professional to install more rebar or wire mesh to provide greater strength and better resilience to damage. </p></div>

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Q: How do you tell the difference between settling and foundation problems?

• <div><p>Most of the time, normal foundation settling will present as thin cracks in the foundation and minor creaks in the floorboards. In contrast, you can identify foundation issues by wide or uneven foundation cracks, horizontal or step-shaped gaps on the foundation wall, or cracks that go around corners of your foundation. Foundation problems can also cause changes in your living area, like increased humidity, uneven or sloping floors, nail pops in drywall, countertops pulling away from the wall, and windows and doors getting stuck. When in doubt, call in a professional to identify the underlying cause.</p></div>

Q: How do you know if you have a leak under your foundation?

• <div><p>A leak under your foundation from a water supply line or sewage line is likely to lead to water pooling on certain areas of your property during rainfall, abnormally fast-growing or green grass in certain sections of your lawn, and differential settlement of your foundation, which can result in large foundation cracks, windows and doors failing to operate properly, a wavy or sloping roofline, or damages or irregularities in your interior walls, including cracks and bulging. If it&rsquo;s a plumbing line embedded in your slab, you&rsquo;ll also likely notice above-average water bills.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to repair a foundation before selling?

• <div><p>Whether or not repairing your foundation is worth it before selling depends on the extent of the damage, the cost of the foundation repair, and your timeline for relocating. If the damage is major or structural in nature, chances are you&rsquo;ll sell at a higher price if you take care of the problem beforehand. You should consider the cost of the repair first, though, as laying out thousands might not be possible with your budget. Additionally, if you&rsquo;re in a rush to relocate, you might want to repair before selling so as not to limit your buyer pool. </p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2020
We couldn't be more pleased with these folks. All work was done in a timely and professional manner. The workmen kept us informed as to what they were doing all the way along. We have an old 1800's farm house that needed foundation work and this company was the right one to call and hire. ...
Adirondack Building Restoration, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2018
Fine! Came out 2 weeks faster than the appliance sales and repair place could do. Not cheap, but worth it.
CALHOUN'S APPLIANCE REPAIR
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Reviewed in January 2018
The price was much better than the service we had hired before. And this one also shovels our sidewalk! He also promised to repair any damage to our yard, since he's a landscaper as well. He is very professional and polite. It's a pleasure doing business with him!
The Mow and Snow Man LLC
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Reviewed in June 2017
Repairs and replacement were well done and at a reasonable cost.
A Souky Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in May 2014
Olney's Flower Pot did work for us last fall. We had them plant a tree and they did some trimming and renovating foundation plantings around the house and they planted a ground cover that we can't plough very easily. They did what they said they were going to do. They were very customer...
OLNEY'S FLOWER POT
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Reviewed in December 2013
This was a bit of an emergency repair as part of the garage roof was damaged and leaking. Mosher roofing performed repairs quickly and came back to reseal flat roofs for us. We plan to have them return to reroof remainder of the house next spring. Excellent service, very professional.
MOSHER ROOFING SVC
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Reviewed in December 2013
Our house is a Circa 1800's home. So any repair work can be a bit tricky. Lallier Bros. Repaired the stanchions to our front porch as the bottoms had all rotted out over the years. They did an amazing job, the work looks better than the original and holds true to the look of this old home. LOVE...
Lallier Brothers Construction
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Reviewed in November 2012
ndcrew membern &contacted over all it was a great learning experience...because of the age of our house, ( 1851) we were all surprised at how our foundation splayed out...Ron, our contractor adjusted his plans to fit the problem and all went on with putting in the cellar....The addition went...
Ronald Pitoniak
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Reviewed in September 2012
I brought my chair to Mark's shop. I explained what I needed and Mark repaired my chair to its original condition.
Furniture Medic
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Reviewed in August 2011
I called about an estimate for roof repairs. He told me that he would come to look at the roof that morning and would call when he was on his way. We never heard from him and he did not show up to give us an estimate.
Roscoe's Roofing & Construction
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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

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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."

Bradley S on August 2024

"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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