"David and his crew Ives, Victor, and Joseph did a fantastic job stabilizing our foundation. They were focused on the job and came prepared to work. They finished the job quickly and professionally. They communicated with us throughout the entire process. Once they got into the project they were able to identify areas that didn't require the repairs and David quickly explained a new plan and then, with my permission, adjusted the plan which saved us several thousand dollars. I appreciated their honesty and integrity. Thank you Groundworks for training and hiring quality people.
Dennis and Ellen Porter"
"Krupa did a great job on replacing a section of a walkway as well as skim coating front entry steps. He provided terrific customer service and kept in contact with me along the way. I highly recommend him if you need concrete work or masonry repair. His price was very reasonable."
"They were very responsive and performed the cement tare out and finishing in one day. No complaints except they spilled some of the cement on the lawn and damaged as spit in the lawn. Besides that they did great work."
"JCR did a great job! They always showed up when they said they would, gave me a fair price, and did excellent work! Iâ m glad I found JCR and would definitely hire them again."
"Added additional parking to my driveway. Concrete looks great and work was done efficiently and professionally. Great communication and fast honest responses. Excellent value"
"These guys were great to work with, they understood my need to get Job done in a timely manner, came out Thursday morning looked at job, was back Monday morning going to work. Was not a big job at all so i really didn?t think i would get an expedited effort but it was more than that. did the job cleaned up and was gone in a few hours. I will use them again i am sure for my concrete needs. Jim W"
"Ben was very professional on my concrete repair work. He was friendly and very knowledgeable. I asked him to take care of the city permit process and it went so smoothly. He was able to complete my project ahead of schedule and right on budget. I would definitely recommend him for all concrete related work."
"Jay Concrete & Construction did an excellent job on my new driveway. They not only performed a very valuable service, but they were also very careful to clean up after the job was done. They take pride in the work they do, and their reputation is evidenced by my many neighbors who have also used their service"
Addressing gaps and cracks reduces heat loss and improves energy use.
Cracked tiles can mean foundation problems. Fortunately, most of the time, cracked tiles happen as a result of accidental damage. It is important to determine the cause of cracking to rule out underlying foundation issues. If your tiles were not damaged due to dropped items, heavy loads, poor installation, or inferior tile quality, and the cracks are spreading throughout your flooring and not limited to just one area, you may be dealing with foundation problems. These can include drainage problems and even foundation failure, so it is vital to call a licensed contractor to assess the issue and ensure your foundation is safe.
You have different options depending on the scale of repair needed. If you are repairing minor cracks that are between ¼ inch to 1.5 inch wide and less than half an inch deep, a self-leveling polyurethane sealant would be your best choice. Polyurethane sealants dry to the touch within one to two hours. Since they come in a tube applier, you also have the option to complete the repair without emptying out your garage.
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 can strengthen a weak foundation using a few different foundation repair methods, including underpinning, slab jacking, foam jacking, installing carbon fiber support strips, or using a sealant or epoxy crack injection. It’s worth noting that the best way to strengthen your foundation permanently is to fix the underlying issue first and then use a permanent solution to reinforce it. If you’re unsure who to call for foundation repairs, a foundation repair contractor or structural engineer can help find the best solution for your home.
The Roy, UT homeowners’ guide to foundation repairs
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Foundation repair costs can be tricky when you have a large repair on your hands. This guide walks through costs from small cracks to total replacement.
Worried about pier and beam foundation repair costs? Get a better understanding of how to budget by learning about the repair methods available to you.
Unstable or sinking foundations require comprehensive and expensive solutions. Learn about foundation underpinning costs in this guide to set your budget.
A house’s history of foundation repairs doesn’t always mean you shouldn’t buy it. Learn what to consider when purchasing a house with an unstable past.
