You’ve found the best house to fit your families every need, big or small. Maybe there are a few changes to be made in order to make it the perfect house, but are any of those changes including the very foundation that your house sits upon? If so, we need to talk. The foundation is the base of your home. It is quite possibly the most important feature of your home because it is the support system, the backbone to your entire home. Without it, your house lacks the stability and support it needs to stand.
Don’t Judge a Book by it’s Cover
You’re probably thrilled about that huge pantry in your kitchen, or the spacious backyard that your children will have the ability to step foot on, but a boring yet critical component such as the structure and integrity should not be overshadowed by the exciting aspects of your house hunt. Seemingly small problems like cracks or leaks can pose potentially big problems in the future. This is because cracks and leaks have the ability to hide more serious issues that would lead to total foundation replacement, which can cost quite a bit of money.
So the House you Found has some Foundation Issues, What Now?
There is no way to run a estimate on foundation issues until you know what the real problem is. If the cracks are from the house settling, then simple patch work can be done. If the cracks are from flooding or drainage, then one might have to look at what is causing the drainage and provide an estimate after drainage issues have been resolved.
Foundation Problems are a Big Deal, Don’t try to Fix them yourself: Ask for Help
This is not a task that can be fixed by inexperienced persons. You will want the peace of mind knowing that the structural integrity of your home has been handled by qualified professionals. Your insurance company, or possibly your lender, may ask for documentation as proof that you have taken care of the foundation problems. A home inspector, structural engineer, and us over here at Barrier Waterproofing Services can give you the estimate and help you need to make sure that your new home is in tip top shape!
If you have any questions and would like help determining if you have a large foundation issue at hand in the Nashville area, give us a call at (615) 257-1060.
