Frequently Asked Questions Part 3 – San Antonio Foundation Repair Companies

April 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment

San Antonio Foundation Repair Makes Sense NowAs we continue our Q & A series, we are getting feedback that foundation repair and the procedures around it are making more sense.  We know there are a few San Antonio foundation repair companies in town so we want to help you be a more informed consumer.  So by request, we are proud to announce part 3 is now published.

As we continue to bring out the truth, we have heard that some of our readers are getting some peace of mind as they understand how to tackle foundation problems correctly.  So here we are with Part 3 of our “Frequently Asked Questions” series!   If you missed part 1 click here –>Foundation Problems and if you missed part 2 click here–> Foundation Repair Costs

 

“Frequently Asked Questions – Part 3″

Why fix my foundation now verses later? It important to remember that foundation problems cause damage to the rest of your home, so the sooner the repairs are made, the better.  The cost of the repair increases over time.  Delaying a recommended foundation repair 6 months will frequently increase the cost of repair by $5000-$10,000.  Long term neglect leads to further foundation deterioration, costly drainage system/plumbing system failure, roof damage,and wall separation.

2. What is the best time of year to do a repair? There is no preferred season for foundation repair.  We work year around.

3.  How long does it take to do foundation repairs? The average job takes 1-3 days, depending on the scope of work to be completed.  Larger commercial jobs may take up to 2 weeks.

4.  Can we stay in the house while the work is being done? The repair work can get pretty noisy so we don’t recommend it.

5.  Will there be an onsite job supervisor with all foundation repair companies? Yes with ours, but not on all the rest.  Onsite crew leaders run the day-to-day operation.  Our job foreman monitors the crew progress throughout the day.  The job foreman is always available by cell phone and is in constant communication with the office and business owners.

6.  Do we have to move our furniture? Rooms may need to be cleared of all furniture, fixtures and appliances for internal pier placement.

We welcome your questions and comments to all of our posted information and do hope this can help you complete your “due diligence” concerning foundation repair companies and foundation repair costs.

Feel free to give our office a call for any reason and one of our experts will assist you 210.645.6811.  In the meantime grab our FREE “Buyer’s Guide Report” so you can be a better informed consumer  when dealing with your biggest investment, your home.  Just enter your information in the form to the right and we will email it to you right now=====>


Look forward to hearing from you & stay tuned for more Q & A,

Ernie Arredondo, PE

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Frequently Asked Questions Part 2 – San Antonio Foundation Repair Cost

April 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Is the thought of actually addressing a real foundation repair on your home got you nervous?  I bet the possible hefty foundation repair cost makes you not want to address the issue at all.   Maybe you just want to know if you have a REAL foundation problem to begin with?

Let’s dispel the myths and get down to the truth with Part 2 of our “Frequently Asked Questions” series!   If you missed part 1 click here –>“Frequently Asked Questions”

 

“Frequently Asked Questions – Part 2″

How much does it cost to repair my foundation? The foundation repair cost is largely dependent on the type and extent of the damage.  Construction methods/materials  and soil conditions  are different for every building and therefore the repair must be properly engineered/customized to do the job.  Generally speaking, the average costs for average size home will run:

  • Underpinning of a house will run about $3,500 – $5,000 per corner.
  • Moderate foundation damage, partial underpinning $8,000 – $12,000
  • Extensive foundation damage, full underpinning $20,000 – $30,000

2.  How many piers will I need? Every house is different.  Our engineers determine the number and placement of piers needed based on a  structural assessment of your foundation and floor surface elevations.  Many things affect the foundation repair design including existing weight bearing soil capacity, drainage, foundation condition/deviation, building structural design and construction.

3.  Does homeowner insurance cover the cost of these repairs? If the foundation problem is the result of a plumbing leak, coverage may be available.

4.  Can’t I just sell the house as is? Mortgage company’s will not loan on houses/buildings  in structural disrepair.   Investors used to buy “fixer upper”  for pennies on the dollar, but  with all the “REPOS” on the market, it is not likely the house would sell without repair.

5.  Do you provide financing? We have some financing solutions that will help make your repairs get done on time and allow you to sleep soundly. Most San Antonio foundation repair companies do not offer financing.

We welcome your questions and comments to all of our posted information and do hope this can help you complete your “due diligence” concerning foundation repair.

Feel free to give our office a call for any reason and one of our experts will assist you 210.645.6811.  In the meantime grab our FREE “Buyer’s Guide Report” so you can be a better informed consumer  when dealing with your biggest investment, your home.  Just enter your information in the form to the right and we will email it to you right now=====>


Look forward to hearing from you & stay tuned for more Q & A,

Ernie Arredondo, PE

p.s. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter & Facebook!


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Frequently Asked Questions Part 1 – San Antonio Foundation Problems

April 8, 2011 By 2 Comments

As you can imagine, we get plenty of questions from our clients and the general public on foundation repair, San Antonio foundation problems, foundation repair cost and foundation repair companies.

To answer these questions for everyone we have hand picked the most frequently asked questions and will now answer them in our newsletter series.  Due to the amount of questions we want to answer, this series will include multiple segments.

“Frequently Asked Questions – Part 1″

  1. How do I know if I have foundation problems? Call us to schedule a free engineer assessment if your home shows signs of possible foundation problems such as misaligned doors/windows that don’t close/open properly, obviously sloping of floors, cracks in the interior walls,gaps between floorboards and wall or ceiling and walls, cracks in motor brick or tile.
  2. Do you do free estimates? Yes.  We will provide a free estimate to homeowners suspicious of foundation problems.  Call us at 210.645.6811 to schedule a free appointment.
  3. How long does the assessment take? This process usually takes 30 minutes to 1 hour.  The engineer will need access to the inside of the home/structure to take floor service elevations from inside the house to determine the condition/stability of the foundation.  If the foundation is out of level, the engineer will determine the number and placement of piers needed.
  4. Is there a warranty? Yes, we provide a lifetime transferable warranty for our hydraulically pressed concrete piers and 1 year transferable warranty on poured concrete piers.
  5. Are you licensed and bonded? Yes.  The company is licensed and bonded.  Our engineers are professionally licensed to practice structural, civil and mechanical engineer through the Texas Board Of Professional Engineers.  We helped develop and follow The American Society Of Civil Engineers guidelines for foundation repair

We invite your questions and comments to all of our posted information and do hope this can help you complete your “due diligence” concerning your home.

Feel free to give our office a call for any reason and one of our experts will assist you 210.645.6811.  In the meantime grab our FREE “Buyer’s Guide Report” so you can be the best informed consumer  when dealing with your biggest investment, your home.  Just enter your information in the form to the right  ======>

 

Look forward to hearing from you,

Ernie Arredondo, PE

 

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San Antonio Foundation Problems Fixed – Customer Explains The Process

March 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Are you one of those people that’s worried about getting their house leveling problems taken care of due to your perception of what an inconvenience it may be or the possible foundation repair costs?  These are common feelings shared by most, so your not alone.

“Even though this was a tough job, the Arredondo Group did not charge me extra and were very professional” says customer Michael Chase.  Michael is one of many satisfied customers that had extensive San Antonio foundation problems fixed correctly and within his budget.

This is generally the case when you hire a company that has been working on foundation home repair as licensed professional engineers & not as just contractors.   Your home is your biggest investment and foundation repair costs can be very pricey in some cases.   Make sure to check out our financing options to help you better handle this necessary investment for your home.

Listen further as actual client, Michael Chase, explains the rest of his foundation repair experience with the Arredondo Group.

The purpose of this update was to show you what customers are saying regarding their foundation home repair so you can have a better idea of what the experience would actually be like.  You never want to put off these types of repairs because the damage will only get worse over time which increases the foundation repair costs.

Get a first hand look behind the scenes on one of our more difficult jobs as Ernie Arredondo explains the foundation repair process step by step while actually being on-site at the job.

Give us a call with any questions you have at 210.645.6811 & in the meantime grab your FREE “Consumer’s Buyer’s Guide” by entering in your contact information in the box just to the right of this update.

Helping you be a more informed consumer,

Ernie Arredondo, PE


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