Common Causes of Foundation Problems in Windsor
A few factors can contribute to foundation issues. These are the most common ones for Windsor residents:
- Topsoil Frost: When temperatures plummet, topsoil abruptly ices over and lower layers can't expand, forcing upper layers to heave and permanently damage infrastructure.
- Improper modifications: Roofing or landscaping work that wasn't done properly could result in your foundation settling.
- Standing water: Pooling water around your home can be a menace to your foundation, especially when it collects in areas your drainage system doesn't cover.
- Tree Roots: Tree roots can enter a home's foundation through crevices, and may apply force that causes your foundation cracking, pipes leaking, and overall structural weakening.
How to Choose the Best Foundation Repair Company
When choosing a foundation company, you should consider your personal priorities. Ask each provider on your list about the following qualities.
Licensing and Experience
Colorado leaves contracting licenses up to cities, counties, and regional building departments. Foundation companies operating in Denver, greater Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Fort Collins, and the city of Grand Junction must hold at least a general contracting license. Consult your local building authority for more information. To further understand your contractor's experience, we recommend asking questions about how its team will draft plans and pull permits, how the company inspects foundations, and what local codes apply to your project.
Contractor websites are some of the best places to do your research. Usually, a business will discuss how long it's been in business. It might also share blog posts to assist prospective customers.
Customer Reviews
Before choosing a company, check its online profile with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). You can examine both complaints and positive reviews. Negative feedback doesn't mean a contractor is unreliable. BBB reviews show how the company addressed complaints. It's a positive sign if the company has fixed issues appropriately and proactively. You should avoid a company with many negative reviews, no accreditation, and no communication regarding issues.
Foundation Repair Cost in Windsor
The cost of foundation repair can vary quite a bit depending on the scale of the issues and what needs to be done to address them. For minor foundation fissures and settling issues, you may pay as little as $1,800. However, if there is substantial damage, the average cost will likely fall around $2,600. More complex jobs involving digging, helical piers, or major mudjacking could cost $6,700 or more. See below the average foundation repair costs for common issues.
| Common Foundation Repair Services | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Crack Repair | $311 |
| Leak Repair | $2,436 |
| Stabilization | $4,175 |
| Underpinning | $1,195 |
| Waterproofing | $2,685 |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Foundation Repair in Windsor
How much does foundation repair cost in Windsor?
When would I need a foundation replacement, and when could I just get a repair?
What's the most popular foundation type in Windsor?
When do I need to waterproof my foundation?
Note that there are two kinds of waterproofing. Interior waterproofing involves installing sump pumps and drains or using sealants around a cellar. Exterior waterproofing is typically less expensive. It involves installing exterior drains and creating physical barriers between your foundation and yard.
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More Foundation Resources
National Foundation Repair Ranking Methodology
Sources
U.S. Census Bureau (American Communities Survey)
