"Rock Solid has done tuck pointing on our 1935 brick colonial house 10 years ago and they were great. The repair work is still holding. Fastforward 2022, RS came back to work on redoing the bricks on back patio. Just as before, quality is great, price point is good and time estimate accurate. James Walsh is patient, answers any questions before starting projects. It was a pleasure to work with him and his team. We highly recommend Rock Solid."
"Antonio is one of the nicest, most trustworthy people we have ever met. My wife and I hired Antonio for projects on multiple homes. He installed a beautiful stone walkway at our previous home, repaired a collapsing wall and most recently at our new home he performed waterproofing of our basement wall that was taking on water. You will not find a more honest person. Outstanding work! You get what you pay for. Would highly recommend him."
"Tim, Jake and Jesse were phenomenal to work with! They performed structural repair to the box beam and main beam. They showed up early everyday and worked diligently to finish the job to a high quality standard. Their customer service and reliability can't be beat. I would recommend Diggs to anyone with foundational repair needs!"
"Cisco and his team did a great installation job. Professional and quick. Set up plastic around the work area to minimize dust. Clean up was completed well."
"Aaron Lenker add Corbin Gillichbauer of Groundworks leveled concrete walks around my corner lot in Montoursville Pa. They arrived around noon time and were finished about 5 1/2 hours later. They did their work very professionally. They did an excellent job. I would rate their work 5 of 5 stars."
"Alex, the owner and lead contractor was a pleasure to work with. From start to finish the process was seamless.
The waterproofing process was explained as well as the benefits from performing the work. Alex was personable, professional and knowledgeable.
The pricing was very fair and competitive with the highest quality of workmanship."
"Overall the driveway looks nice. I would have liked to see him clean the driveway and pull the few weeds out before sealing it. Or, he should have told me in advance to do this. I was not told to prep the driveway so I did not."
You can buy a home with foundation issues, but understanding the extent of the problem and what solution you need is critical. If you learn that a home you’re trying to buy has a foundation problem, it’s not necessarily a deal breaker, but you should have a professional assess the issue to see how severe it is and know when to walk away from a foundation problem. Foundation issues can necessitate simple and affordable solutions or complex work that costs thousands.
Regular inspections, proper drainage management, and ensuring soil stability help prevent future settlement issues.
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.
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’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’re in a rush to relocate, you might want to repair before selling so as not to limit your buyer pool.
The best solution to fix a foundation crack in your basement floor depends on the underlying cause. If you just have hairline cracks from settlements that are no longer growing, the best option is to seal them with a crack sealant. If the cracks continue to grow, one edge rises above the other, or there are signs that water is getting in through the crack, a professional repair will be necessary. Depending on the root cause, your professional may employ foundation underpinning or some other type of stabilization, seal the cracks, or install a drainage system.
The Peekskill, NY homeowners’ guide to concrete repairs
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Dealing with cracked or crumbling concrete on your property? Learn who to call to repair concrete in this guide and the benefits of using a professional.
