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CHARLOTTE’S #1 FOUNDATION REPAIR EXPERTS
If your foundation is cracked or has other damage, the experts at Falcone can restore your home to safe, functional condition. We’re the #1 foundation repair Charlotte NC experts!
WHAT IS A FOUNDATION AND WHY SHOULD A CHARLOTTE HOMEOWNER CARE ABOUT IT?
Regardless of where in Charlotte your house is located, it has a foundation. In fact, every house has a foundation that supports its weight and serves as the core of your home. Without some sort of foundation or base, your house would sink and in the worst case scenario, crumble to the ground. As a result, it is crucial for the foundation to be well-built in order to protect it from external factors like groundwater or vapor. Traditionally, natural settling of a home takes about 20-30 years.
If you are experiencing foundation issues with your home, it may be time to start considering a foundation repair in Charlotte, NC, specifically if there is natural settlement of more than a quarter of an inch.
THREE TYPES OF FOUNDATIONS
Falcone is proud to offer foundation repairs for the three types of foundations:
Also known as, “slab-on-grade,” a layer of concrete is poured directly onto the ground to serve as the base and support the home’s structure
Falcone’s expertise! A crawl space is a small space below a house that is typically used for access to plumbing, electrical wiring, and ventilation.
A below-ground level constructed with walls and a floor and typically accessible through the main living area of the home. Basements provide additional space to be used for living, storage or utility rooms.
WARNING SIGNS YOU NEED FOUNDATION REPAIR FOR YOUR CHARLOTTE HOME
- Cracks in the Walls or Floors: Any kind of external or internal crack in the wall, as well as cracks in the floor, can be a sign your Charlotte home is in need of foundational repair.
- Doors and Windows Sticking or Misaligned: Sticking doors and windows are not just frustrating, they can be an indication that something is off with your foundation.
- Uneven Floors: Uneven or sloping floors may suggest a problem with your foundation.
- Visible Gaps Around Doors and Windows: Noticeable gapping between door and window framing can indicate movement in the foundation.
- Bowed or Leaning Walls: External or internal bending or curving of your home’s walls could mean foundation issues for your Charlotte home.
- Cracks in the Foundation: Sometimes the signs for a foundation repair in Charlotte are obvious. Visible cracks in the foundation itself significantly suggests your home is in need of a foundation repair.
- Basement Water Infiltration: Consistently finding water issues in the foundation of your home, such as dampness, mold, or standing water, may be related to foundation issues.
- Sinking or Settling Foundation: The feeling of your foundation sinking or settling is something that shouldn’t be ignored, and may be a sign of a major problem.
- Separation of Chimneys or Porches: Any kind of separation of chimneys or porches from the main structure of your home can indicate foundation movement.
- Cracks in Exterior Brickwork: Visible cracks in the brickwork of your home may be a signal of foundation issues.
CHARLOTTE FOUNDATION REPAIR CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
I would highly recommend them to anyone needing foundation or crawl space repair. I have already referred them to several friends. They are great people and will get the job done. Thanks again!
Dwayne B.
Charlotte, nc
Falcone did a great job and was much cheaper than competitors. They even came back to polish up a few things when asked without any complaints. I would definitely recommend them!
Brock S.
Charlotte, NC
FOUNDATION REPAIR FAQs
Some minor problems can be resolved with simple, less invasive methods like crack sealing, epoxy injections, or installing additional supports and be completed in a couple days. If there are more severe issues, it may require significant repairs, such as underpinning or foundation replacement. These more extensive repairs can take a couple of months and may require you to find a temporary location, but is rarely the case in our experience.
We have seen very few cases of a home being beyond repair during our time working in the Charlotte area. That being said, for a home to be beyond repair, the total cost to fix the home (foundation repair plus all other required repairs) needs to be above the value of the home.
Of course the answer depends on the project, but the range for most repairs for your Charlotte home is between $2,500 and $50,000. Some factors that go into the price of a project are square footage, the foundation type, the age of the home, the geographic location, and permitting and engineering costs.
Our goal is to always leave your yard and landscaping just as we found it (or better), but in some instances that is not possible. Foundation repair work, including excavation and grading changes, can require a lot of work and machinery and does have a possibility of impacting landscaping. That being said, We promise to minimize disruptions, communicate concerns, and be prepared to replant or reinstall landscaping elements after our work is done if necessary.
It could be finished in a matter of days or it could potentially take up to three months. The important thing here is to make sure you are working with a reputable foundation repair company that is providing you quality and satisfactory work.