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Q: 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&rsquo;s in a high-wind or hurricane area.</p><p>&ldquo;To support a second story, many structural engineers will require that you install additional concrete piers in the crawlspace,&rdquo; says Tschudi. &ldquo;This involves hand excavating, pouring a large concrete footing&mdash;usually with specially coated rebar&mdash;and then building concrete piers right up to the girders.&rdquo;</p></div>

Q: Can you reduce your slab leak repair costs by fixing it yourself?

• <div><p>You could DIY the work, but unless you have plumber&rsquo;s knowledge for identifying and fixing a slab leak and specialized equipment in your tool shed, attempting to DIY your slab leak repair isn&rsquo;t a good idea. It&rsquo;s simply not something that the average homeowner can take on themselves, regardless of how many successful DIY projects they&rsquo;ve got under their belt. You could, however, do something simple like <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stop-water-basement-floor.htm">foundation waterproofing</a> yourself to save some money on the post-repair work.</p></div>

Q: Are horizontal cracks structural?

• <div><p>Many horizontal cracks in home foundations result from water and soil pressure from outside of the building or from a footing that is shifting. Under those circumstances, horizontal cracks are a structural problem that requires repair before they become worse and more difficult to fix. However, in very specific cases, thin horizontal cracks may simply be a cosmetic blemish due to concrete shrinkage. </p></div>

Q: How do I raise my house to make foundation repairs?

• <div><p>In order to raise your home to make foundation repairs, you'll need to bring in a structural engineer to help you design the project. You'll also need to see if you're eligible for the permits needed, and <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/foundation-contractors/">contact a foundation repair company near you</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>

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Last update on December 02, 2024

Reviewed in December 2024
Jason was very friendly. Did a great job. Very pleased with the repair done!!
Overhead Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
We had a lot of hail damage in our neighborhood. Mike Bauer was checking other roofs and we had him look at ours with his drone. He said we had more than sufficient damage to meet the criteria for Allstate to replace our roof under our coverage. He worked with us to file the claim and then...
Capital Palmetto Builders LLC
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Reviewed in February 2021
I have approximately 30 years experience working within the construction maintenance industry and have lived in my single dwelling home for 35 years. Due to health issues I am slowly accepting the reality that I no longer can handle many general maintenance issues in maintaining my home, as I...
WAB Renovations
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Reviewed in December 2020
ken got job done real fast and explained everthing he was going to do to fix our heating unit if i ever need repairs again i will call him he does plumbing too
Ken O'Brien Plumbing Heating & Air
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Reviewed in February 2020
Will stripped old grass cloth from the walls of a very large room. He did a terrific job repairing the walls, prepping and painting. He helped me pick the perfect color. He cleaned up all of the mess the old grass cloth left and room is sparkling clean and beautiful.
WAB Renovations
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Reviewed in February 2020
On time each day, high quality work and easy to deal with. Very courteous. I will use Blue Collar Experts for all my future projects and repairs. They can do any type work. I highly recommend them for large and small projects and repairs.
Blue Collar Experts
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Reviewed in February 2020
We had some damaged furniture as a result of our moving experience. An antique secretary and a cherry table my father had made for me. Jack refinished and repaired the secretary and did a great job of repairing the table. Both items turned out great!! We have since recommended him to others and...
J. Collier Design Studio
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Reviewed in December 2019
We discovered that a corroded supply pipe to our main water cutoff valve had leaked over 33,000 gallons (per the local utility) while we were gone on vacation. We contacted Benjamin Franklin and they dispatched a two-person team within 30 minutes (at the end of the day). They dug around the...
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2019
Spent over half a day running back and forth to Loweâ s to get parts and stuff for a simple repair that was made difficult due to previous homeowners Bad tile instal that caused a lose toilet and pipes being broken. After a day of beating my head against the wall I made the call. Iâ m a...
Dependable Service Plumbing & Air, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2019
He was able to get the job done faster then anyone else could possibly have done it! Everyone else is weeks out from getting your job done. He worked me into his busy schedule! He went above and beyond the repairs I expected him to do. Excellent job!
Jeffcoat Construction
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Uneven Floor Solutions LLC

4.9(

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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+1 more

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Masle and his team did an excellent job, going above and beyond to repair the entire system, replacing all of the rotten sills, beams and floor joists in a 120 year old mill house. And since he was also able to do the encapsulation and drainage system installation, I was able to work with one company to get everything completed. His pricing was very good, and added additional piers when he found it necessary without charging extra. I would highly recommend Uneven Floor Solutions for any foundation issues you might have."

Response time20 mins

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by96%of homeowners

Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+1 more

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"House foundation was cracked and needed serious repair. Thomas, Greg,Sergio and Darius worked hard to insure it got fixed right. Very satisfied with their work and Mount VALLEY Foundation."

+13

Response time1 day

101 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Ram Jack of South Carolina, Inc.

4.2(

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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris and John showed up as scheduled and did a very thorough job of assessing the water incursion problem I have. In the end, it was a problem that Ram Jack does not repair, but they told me what probably should be done to fix it. I certainly appreciate the fine evaluation they did and their advice. As an extra bonus, they were very pleasant to deal with!"

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Johnstone Restorations

4.6(

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris was amazing, the support I received was 5 Star all the way. The team did an amazing clean up of our families home."

Drying with dehumidifiers and air movers

+12

Response time1 day

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Tucker's Contracting Services

5.0(

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Poured Concrete Wall - Repair

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Very reliable and on time service! I would definitely use this company again! Very satisfied with the work and professionalism!"

+17

Response time11 hrs

Response rate100%

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

Poured Concrete Wall - Repair

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Peace Construction to pour the foundation for my new driveway. The guys with Peace Construction were highly dependable, provided quality work and the price was unbeatable. The owner was very knowledgeable and kept me informed every step of the way. My neighbor admired the work and inquired about this company’s contact information. I would definitely hire them again!"

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by50%of homeowners

Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the initial inspection to the completion of the work everyone was very professional and kept me informed."

Response time1 day

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by73%of homeowners

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Crawl Space Brothers- SC

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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Crawl Space Brothers is a trusted family-owned company proudly serving Columbia, SC, and nearby areas, including Irmo, Lexington, Cayce, Forest Acres, Seven Oaks, Sandhills and West Columbia. We specialize in crawl space encapsulation, crawl space repair, waterproofing, vapor barrier installation, moisture remediation, mold removal, sump pump installation, drainage systems, and foundation repair. Our tailored services protect homes from water, humidity, mold, and structural damage. Backed by years of experience, advanced techniques, and our 5-Star Experience with lifetime warranties, we provide reliable, long-lasting results you can trust. Schedule a free inspection today and see why Columbia homeowners rely on Crawl Space Brothers.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Jones Profesional cut

New to Angi

Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Married, 4 kids , Married for 29 years . Been doing personal yards for over 7 years . Most of my clients are retired vets.

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Chappells, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"All work was completed as expected. Costs were reasonable and as expected. Bid came in better than competitor."

+270

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Foundation Repair questions, answered by experts

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.”

You could DIY the work, but unless you have plumber’s knowledge for identifying and fixing a slab leak and specialized equipment in your tool shed, attempting to DIY your slab leak repair isn’t a good idea. It’s simply not something that the average homeowner can take on themselves, regardless of how many successful DIY projects they’ve got under their belt. You could, however, do something simple like foundation waterproofing yourself to save some money on the post-repair work.

Many horizontal cracks in home foundations result from water and soil pressure from outside of the building or from a footing that is shifting. Under those circumstances, horizontal cracks are a structural problem that requires repair before they become worse and more difficult to fix. However, in very specific cases, thin horizontal cracks may simply be a cosmetic blemish due to concrete shrinkage.

In order to raise your home to make foundation repairs, you'll need to bring in a structural engineer to help you design the project. You'll also need to see if you're eligible for the permits needed, and contact a foundation repair company near you.

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 concrete spalling that has led to deep damage, you might need to remove damaged material, add structural supports, and pour new concrete into a mold.

The Chappells, SC homeowners’ guide to foundation repairs

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