Foundation Repair Services

Foundation problems are nearly always caused by one (or more) of the following:

• Too Much Water. When the soil around the foundation of your walls swells, usually due to heavy rains, it exerts additional pressure on your walls, called hydrostatic pressure. This pressure can weaken your foundation’s structure.
• Not Enough Water. If your area is experiencing a drought, the soil around your foundation will shrink and pull away from your foundation walls. As the soil moves, your foundation walls may not have the required support and can crack.
• Surrounding Soil. Similar to water issues, expansive and consolidating soils, like clay soil, can affect your home by expanding and constricting. Expansion can cause upheaval (your foundation going up), while constriction can cause settlement (your foundation sinking).
• Poor Drainage. If the area surrounding your home has poor drainage, it’s likely to affect your foundation.
• Poor Preparation. If the contractor who built your home did not prepare the soil before building, you’ll likely experience settling.
• Poor Construction. If your home was built with substandard techniques, your foundation could experience shifts or cracking.

If you experience foundation problems, contact a foundation repair company immediately. Some typical signs that it’s time to reach out to a professional include:

• Foundation cracks are the most obvious sign of damage. Call Helitech as soon as you notice any vertical, horizontal, or stair-step cracks in your foundation.
• Wall cracks are common, especially in older homes. But if you notice large or thick cracks in your drywall, plaster, or basement walls, the house may be settling.
• Bowing or leaning walls indicate that your foundation’s health is facing severe pressure and could worsen over time. Efforts to stabilize or reposition bowing walls should be taken at the first signs of inward movement.
• Foundation sinking or rising can be fairly easy to spot. While every house does settle some over time, excessive foundation settlement can be detrimental to your home’s load-bearing capacity.
• Sagging floors can point to issues with the structural stability of your floor joists or foundation due to water damage.
• Cracks above window frames indicate a settling foundation, as they are a vulnerable structural opening.
• Sticking doors or windows can mean your foundation is settling or rising.

While it can be tempting to try to fix the problem on your own, a professional foundation repair company can address the root cause of your problem and help you avoid future foundation issues.

As a locally owned and operated company since 1987, we’re proud to utilize American-made waterproofing and repair products. In fact, the steel we use for foundation repair is made in Centralia, Missouri.

We offer free, no-obligation consultations to homeowners looking for a foundation repair solution. Our expertly trained technicians will devise a repair plan to alleviate your home’s structural problems, ensuring the structural integrity of your home and giving you the peace of mind you deserve.

The repair cost depends on several factors, making it essential to conduct an in-person foundation inspection to fully understand the scope of your home’s issue and offer a fair quote.

At Helitech, we recognize foundation repair costs may be intimidating for homeowners. To alleviate your concerns, our team of expertly trained professionals offers transparent communication and tailored solutions to fit your home’s unique needs and ensure you receive the best solution for your investment.

With financing options available, Helitech makes it as accessible to find a solution that fits your needs and falls within your budget. We offer various types of financing, including No Interest Option Financing, Traditional Installment Loans, Home Equity Lines of Credit, and full Refi’s.