Foundation Repairs

Explore foundation repair options. Learn about DIY fixes, professional solutions, costs, and when to call an expert.

Carbon Fiber Strap Repair

Helen's bowing wall got carbon fiber straps just in time. Six months later and she would have needed wall anchors like G...

Dec 30, 2024

DIY vs. Professional Foundation Repair

I've done both DIY and professional foundation work. The epoxy injection worked great. The drainage attempt was a mess....

Dec 30, 2024

Epoxy Injection Foundation Repair

I sealed a dormant crack with epoxy injection three years ago. Cost me $47 and a Saturday afternoon. Here's how it went...

Dec 30, 2024

Finding Foundation Repair Contractor

Gary got five quotes ranging from $7,200 to $12,500 for wall anchors. One contractor tried scare tactics. Here's how to...

Dec 30, 2024

Foundation Repair Costs

Gary spent $8,400 on wall anchors. My uncle paid $22,000 for settlement repair. I've spent about $200 total in five year...

Dec 30, 2024

Foundation Repair Warranty Guide

Martha's lifetime warranty had $1,500 in transfer fees and excluded almost everything. Here's how to read foundation rep...

Dec 30, 2024

Foundation Underpinning Methods

My uncle needed 8 helical piers after ignoring settlement for 15 years. His $22,000 repair could have been $10,000 if he...

Dec 30, 2024

Foundation Waterproofing Repair

I spent two years fighting basement water before fixing the real problem. Turns out my $89 drainage improvement did what...

Dec 30, 2024

Mudjacking vs. Polyurethane Foam

Stan's garage floor got polyurethane foam for $1,200. His driveway got mudjacked for $800. Same settlement problem, diff...

Dec 30, 2024

Wall Anchor Systems

Gary's bowing wall needed wall anchors. I watched the installation and now watch him tighten them yearly. Here's how the...

Dec 30, 2024