We are kicking the intro to the curb and diving right into the top 10 reasons not to ignore home foundation repair:
Reason#10: Dry Weather vs. Wet Weather
Picture a dry sponge. Now introduce water to it. Much like a sponge, saturated soil expands and dry soil contracts, which constantly changes the lateral pressures that the soil exerts on your home's foundation. Reinforcing deteriorating blocks or bricks allow your walls to push back.
Reason#9: Path of Least Resistance
It is much harder for water to percolate through masonry than it is for you to invite that water in through a crack. One problem gone unattended usually leads to another one.
Reason#8: The Problem WILL Get Worse
…And more expensive! No further explanation needed here.
Reason#7: Curb Appeal
Treat home foundation repair as you would your health and it will be noticed in other areas. The attractive outside is a sign that the inside is in even better shape, which could lead to more views by potential buyers. Now let's talk about those overgrown weeds…
Reason#6: Doors and Windows
When the border of the puzzle is out of whack, the pieces inside don't fit right. Fixing settling or dropped footers and raising a sunken house will get things back in order.
Reason#5: Use of Space
Tightening up seals, cracks, and openings in the lower level now allows you to keep valuables in a well–conditioned place of storage rather than a dungeon. You might even consider creating additional living space by finishing a basement or lowering a crawl space to achieve proper head clearance.
Reason#4: Unwanted Tenants
Bugs like basements, and they rarely come in through the front door.
Reason#3: Resale Value
Your asking price just went up when you can show a significant repair and supply a warranty backed by a reputable company. If you're a buyer looking at a house with the need of home foundation repair, the cost could be made part of the sale so you can walk into your new home trouble free.
Reason#2: Decreased Inconvenience
Foundation faults are the seeds of disaster. It's not worth risking the extra expense of living out of a suitcase in a life disrupting arrangement while your home under goes resurrection. Simple periodic checks and corrections are a much better way to take care of your home.
Reason#1: Safety
Let's face it — "I'm glad that I got that taken care of" sounds a lot better than "I should have gotten that taken care of." It boils down to what will it take to take action to correct a known problem? In this case, the reason justifies the investment in home foundation repair.
Want to read more about home foundation repair? Read our earthquake foundation check list or visit our Foundation Repair Learning Center.