Underpinning, drainage, injectable soil stabilization, and retaining walls.

Typically, no. But, check the declarations page of your insurance plan. If there is coverage for a plumbing leak it won’t be covered if the plumbing leak was caused by a foundation issue to begin with.

For the life of the structure. Minor adjustments may be required over time but a reputable foundation company will be happy to do those for you.

Any of several methods ranging from injection to underpinning used to stabilize a foundation with structural issues.

After obtaining an engineer’s report and scope of work a foundation repair company will come in and follow engineering protocol in order to stabilize the foundation that has moved due to inferior soils or other extraneous factors.

It depends on the size of the job. A typical foundation repair job should take no more than 1-2 days.

That is a great question for your accountant. 🙂

It’s not a one size fits all. There are different methods for different situations. Just because one particular method works in a given area an other area may require an entirely different approach. Fortress offers ALL methods of foundation repair.

That is a great question for your accountant. 🙂

Most reputable foundation repair companies offer financing. Fortress offers affordable payment options starting at $75/mo. We also offer 0% interest for 18 months.

(1) Soaker hoses to keep moisture levels consistent. (2) Due diligence. Periodically checking if there are any signs of movement. (3) Spiking water bills will often be an indicator of a plumbing leak which will in most cases lead to foundation issues. (4) Monitor the perimeter of your foundation for standing water and encroachment by tree roots.

Window separation, expansion joint separation, doors that stick/swing on their own, drywall cracks, flooring cracks, slab cracks visible on the outside, step cracks in brick, and leaky roofs.

Continue to follow protocol set forth by your foundation repair company. A reputable foundation repair company will give you a checklist that will enable you to maintain the health of your foundation.

Contact a structural engineer.

Seasonal temperature variations, moisture fluctuations in soil, tree roots, plumbing leaks, standing water, poorly executed construction, and lack of a geotechnical report prior to construction (especially in North Texas)