Even just saying the words “foundation problems” can evoke nightmares of significant and costly repairs. But it might surprise you that a lot of foundation repairs are less expensive and extensive than you might initially assume. In some cases, foundation repairs are only cosmetic, but in others, they are structural.
The trick to avoiding major and costly foundation repairs is to have a foundation inspection conducted at your home. At PTJ Home Defenders, we are qualified to inspect your home’s foundation and determine what the extent of the damage is like. We will also suggest possible solutions for dealing with any identified foundation problems, so you can keep your home strong and a great place to live for many years to come.
Although having a foundation inspection completed is always a good idea, especially after you’ve lived in your Dallas Fort Worth, Texas home for a few years, it’s worth having us complete an inspection if you plan to sell or buy. We can inspect your home’s foundation before you list it, or we can inspect the foundation of a home you want to purchase. This way, there aren’t any surprises, and you can plan for any needed repairs before the real estate transaction.
We are a trusted, reliable, and thorough home inspection company that will do whatever it takes to exceed your expectations. For more information about what we look for during a foundation inspection or to schedule your next inspection, contact us today.
Every few years works for most McKinney homes, or sooner if you notice new cracks or doors that start to stick. Getting one before you buy or sell is a good idea too, since North Texas clay soil can move a foundation more than you’d expect in just a few seasons.
Waiting usually makes things worse, especially in North Texas, where clay soil keeps shifting with every change in the weather. Small issues tend to grow, and a minor fix can turn into a major repair. Get an inspection first, so you know what you’re dealing with and how urgent it is.
Watch for stair-step cracks in brick, drywall cracks near doorframes, doors and windows that stick, and floors that slope. Gaps around window frames or between walls and ceilings are red flags too. In Texas, these signs often show up after long droughts or heavy rain.
An inspector walks the exterior to check the slab, grading, and drainage, then looks inside for cracks, sloping floors, and sticking doors. Many also take floor elevation readings to measure how level the home is. You’ll get a report explaining what they found and whether a structural engineer should take a closer look.
Start with a licensed home inspector or a structural engineer, since they can tell you what’s going on without trying to sell you a repair. If you need repairs, a foundation repair company comes next. In McKinney, getting an unbiased opinion first helps you make the right call.
FAQs reviewed by Pat Evers, Certified Master Thermographer and Owner of PTJ Home Defenders.
At PTJ Home Defenders, we perform foundation inspections in the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas area, including McKinney, Plano, Frisco, Allen, Richardson, Carrollton, Fairview, Celina, Prosper, Highland Village, Flower Mound, and Coppell.
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