When signs of foundation damage appear, many homeowners are quick to ask whether repairing it is really worth the expense. After all, the damage may start as hairline cracks you can barely see, so it may seem insignificant. However, it’s not a good idea to allow further degradation of your foundation because it’s the backbone of your home. Where foundation issues arise, other structural issues soon follow and can result in even more costly repairs down the line. We’ll explain why home foundation repair is worth the investment and why Alpha Foundations is the right contractor for you.
Understanding Foundation Damage
To understand the value of foundation repair, you first need to know how the damage happens and affects the whole home. There are two main sources of damage to a foundation.
- Hydrostatic pressure: This is common in Florida and Georgia, and it’s due to oversaturation of water in the soil that then causes pressure on the foundation. Hydrostatic pressure means water will permeate the foundation, bringing mold, fungus, termites, and more.
- Settling: All houses settle, but they usually do so slowly over time. If this process happens unevenly, the whole structure of the house is affected, including the foundation, which may crack under the pressure.
Both sources of foundation damage produce disastrous consequences over time. When hydrostatic pressure is the source, the results can have serious health impacts, and infestations can quite literally eat away at your home’s structure. When settling is the culprit, you’ll face symptoms from minor cracks in walls to sticking doors and windows and bowing walls.
Preserving Value
Foundation problems do not go away on their own, and they often accelerate at an alarming rate. That means your home’s value can plummet faster than you may think. If you’re going to sell your house any time in the future, you’ll find that foundation damage is a dealbreaker for many prospective buyers. Seeking out foundation repair early on in the process is a smart way to preserve your home’s value.
Even if you don’t plan to sell, having your foundation repaired is a key element in keeping your home livable for years to come. The cascading damage from letting a bad foundation get worse will eventually surpass the cost of repairing the foundation early on, and you’ll still have to repair the foundation when it becomes a matter of safety.
Trust the Experts at Alpha Foundations
At Alpha Foundations, we understand how much of an investment it is to repair your foundation. That’s why we make it our mission to do each job right the first time and provide superior service for your peace of mind. Our A+ Better Business Bureau rating and almost 20 years of experience in the industry make us the leading provider of foundation repair services in Florida and Georgia.
If you’re worried about your foundation, you can request a free estimate from one of our experts to see what your options are for this crucial decision.
