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Old Home Foundation Repair

Tue 09 Jan 2007 - 11:18

Old Home Foundation Repair
By Ken Marlborough

As a house ages, it will eventually need repairs and maintenance. One of the most important parts of an old house in which you need to pay extra attention to is the foundation. If damage develops on this part of the home it can turn into a very expensive repair job.

Possible Causes:

As a house ages, so does the materials they are created from. These will get weaker with age, causing them to be more susceptible to damage. These damages can be caused by many different factors, all exacerbated by the age of the house. Routine maintenance to this part of the house is essential in order to save you from the aggravation of going through with the repairs of the foundation.

Another factor that might cause damage to an old home is water damage. If you have any leaks from your pipes or sewage lines, they might cause harm to your foundation. Sadly, water damage can sometimes be difficult to detect until it is already too late. As soon as you suspect any damage within your foundation your first step should be to have your pipes and sewage lines looked at by a professional plumber. This will help the contractors you hire to repair your foundation find a way to fix your home.

Cost:

The cost to repair foundation damage could be very expensive depending on the extent of the damage and the size of your home. A typical house with moderate damage can possibly cost you up to $30,000. Te cost will include labor costs, initial visit from the contractor, and materials used in the repair.

Even though the cost to repair is very high it is a cost you cannot get away from. If you ignore structural damage in the foundation you are only asking for potential disaster. The cost to rebuild a home will be significantly more than to repair an existing one.

Foundation Repair provides detailed information on Foundation Repair, Concrete Foundation Repair, Foundation Repair Costs, Foundation Leak Repair and more. Foundation Repair is affiliated with Fine Home Buildings.

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