Save Later Foundation

Spend Now and Save Later

By cpsf_admin

 Posted June 30, 2016 

In Foundation Repair

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Weather is a huge factor in causing our home’s foundation to shift. Whether it shifts up or down, it can cause a small issue to become a very large and expensive one, very fast. Hot weather can causes cracks to form in your foundation, whereas, cold weather can cause cracks to accelerate and become bigger cracks. Then, it snowballs. Damage causes more damage, causes more damage, and so on and so forth.

The soil also can contribute to the foundation moving around. For example, clay can expand or shrink depending on the weather. If your soil is clay beneath your home then your home’s foundation is going to be moving around during certain seasons. Expanding and then shrinking can take you and your home for an unwanted ride.

I’m not trying to be negative here. I want to be factual and equip you with information that will help you build a better home and also save you in the financial department. A foundation is important for the well-being of your home. Most homeowners do not even realize how their foundations are set up, what affects them and causes issues for them, and how much it costs to repair them. That’s where we come in and that is where this information is important.

Usually, if a repair is needed, as a human race, we tend to put things off so that we do not have to spend the money right away. We see how long we can wait before we have to squeeze the fixes into our budget. However, the whole point of writing about these issues in our blogs and educating each homeowner on what to look for is that we want to let you know how delaying spending money to make repairs will cost you more in the long run.

As a Kansas City based Company, we also want to be able to offer you affordable Kansas City foundation repair for those buildings and homes based here in Kansas City and encourage you to not delay on getting your foundation repaired. Whether you are needing an estimate or just an examination, we are the affordable Kansas City foundation repair Company. IF YOU SUPPORT LOCAL, WE SUPPORT YOU, so check out our affordable Kansas City foundation repair today!

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HOW TO CHOOSE A GOOD CONTRACTOR FOR YOUR FOUNDATION REPAIR

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How to choose a good contractor for your foundation repair

When you need to decide on a foundation repair company there are several factors you should inquire about to be sure the company is able to deliver a great product. Choosing the wrong company can be very expensive.

The questions below will give you the necessary information to make a good decision on your contractor.

1. How are you and the employees of your company trained?Listen closely – is there a real ongoing training program going on. Are there tests given and are they certified?

2. How is pile/pier tested? Do they have ICC-ES (International Code Council – Evaluation Services)? Do they do pile load test for engineering firms?If they can’t meet these code requirements I would not use them.

3. How long have they been manufacturing their piles / piers?There should be a good history.

4. What is their failure rate and how often do they have to re-adjust a pile /pier?A good contractor should rarely have to repair or replace his materials.

5. Do their materials hold any patents?There answer should be yes and be able to prove with patent numbers.

6. How do they warranty their work and products?There should be a limited lifetime warranty that is transferable.

TIPS TO AVOID FOUNDATION PROBLEMS FROM YOUR FOUNDATION EXPERTS

It is very important that the area around your house has proper drainage away from the foundation. Ground water should never be allowed to pool next to the house. Water that pools against the house can get down below the foundation and cause shifting to take place.

1. Annually inspect the ground at lease 5 feet from the house immediately after a rainstorm.
2. If there is pooling of water, take measures to slope the ground away from the house.
3. Downspouts should be sloped away from the house and the water should be dispersed 3-4 feet away.

By keeping water away from the foundation of your house you will reduce the risk of shifting that causes foundation problems.

A+ Approved Foundation Repair Experts BBB Certified

What does CPS’s “A” ranking from the BBB mean for you?

By MichaelPersaud

 Posted April 16, 2013

In Industry Information

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CPS Foundation Repair has an “A” ranking by the Better Business Bureau (BBB). This means we are trusted to deliver quality services with quality materials. 

Below are the areas which are measured by the (BBB) and used to come up with a rating:

1. Type of Business
2. Time in Business
3. Competency Licensing
4. Complaint Volume
5. Unanswered Complaints
6. Unresolved Complaints
7. Serious Complaints
8. Complaint Analysis
9. Complaint Resolution Delayed
10. Failure to Address Complaint Pattern
11. Government Action
12. Advertising Review
13. Background Information
14. Clear understanding of business
15. Mediation/arbitration
16. Revocation

Below is an explanation of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) from Wikipedia.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB), founded in 1912, is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing marketplace trust, consisting of 113 independently incorporated local BBB organizations in the United States and Canada, coordinated under the Council of Better Business Bureaus (CBBB) in Washington, D.C. In 2012, the BBB celebrated its 100th anniversary.

The BBB collects and provides free business reliability reviews on more than 4 million businesses to over 100 million requests from consumers in 2012, helping make the BBB’s website rank among the top 500 most-visited websites in the United States. The BBB serves as an intermediary between consumers and businesses, handling nearly 1 million consumer disputes against businesses in 2012. The BBB also alerts the public to scams, reviews advertising, and assists when donating to charity.

Nearly 400,000 local businesses in North America support the BBB. The BBB invites successfully vetted businesses to become dues-paying Accredited Businesses that pledge and continue to adhere to the BBB Code of Business Practices. In return, the BBB allows Accredited Businesses to use its logo and dispute resolution services.

Although it has “bureau” in its name, the Better Business Bureau is not affiliated with any governmental agency. Businesses that affiliate with the BBB and adhere to its standards do so through industry self-regulation. To avoid bias, the BBB’s policy is to refrain from recommending or endorsing any specific business, product or service.

How to Avoid Home Foundation Issues

Like most people you probably don’t think about your home foundation until you’ve experience cracks or leaks.  When cracks and leaks show up, you’ve already ignored problems that can be costly and serious.  CPS Foundation Repair we wanted to provide you 4 mistakes that can cause home foundation frustrations if unresolved.

1. Water Woes – always avoid letting the soil around your house completely dry out and shrink during a long dry season.  When you are in Missouri/Kansas area the soil is clay and majority of times during your next big rain it soaks the soil and makes it expand dramatically and causes stress on your home foundation walls.  Our suggestion is to soak the soil around your house at least 6 inches from your home foundation and 3 inches under the soil during dry season.
2. Root Riots – keep in mind your trees and shrub roots can complete with your soil for moisture during dry seasons.  This will cause your home foundation to settle and sink unevenly.  If that happens your drywall can crack and windows/doors will stick in frames.  Here is what we recommend:  plant deep-rooted trees and shrubs away from your home foundation.  If the branches touch your house, than it is way too close.
3. Grading Gaffes – most the time poor soil excavation can direct water toward the base of you home foundation walls.  If you like to prevent this from happening, you can ensure your yard is graded at least 6 inches in 10 feet so soil slopes away from your home.  You may need to build up a berm, dig trench, or install a French drain to funnel rainwater and runoff away from your home.
4. Downspout Downer – remember downspouts should direct rain and roof runoff away from your home.  If it is not extended 5 – 10 feet away from the house, you’ll dump water on your home foundation.  Easily resolve this issue by buying extenders at your local hardware store or bury a long downspout diverted underground and drain the water to the curb, storm drain, or a spot in your yard where water will will go into the soil.

Cost for Foundation Repair?

  “What is the cost for foundation repair?” – Seems like the most common question from our customers.

Now that’s a very tricky question!  Keep in mind every case is different therefore cost associated with foundation repair can be different.  As Kansas City‘s foundation repair experts we understand you want the money you spend put to the best used.  Therefore we always recommend homeowners to request for estimates from multiple companies.

When looking at multiple estimate and trying to determine foundation repair cost, keep these following question in mind: 

• How long have the company been in business?  Keep in mind the warranty provided is as good as the longevity of the company
• What kind of piling is going to be installed?
• Did the company do a complete home evaluation with measurement devices?
• Was evaluation done by a certified engineer?
• Did they address any interior movement?
• What is the total cost?  Ensure they include any additional after project begins.

Is very hard to say how much foundation repair cost but at CPS Foundation Repair we do our best to ensure we get our customers back on a firm foundation.

Why do Foundation Fail?

Reason why foundation fail – from your Kansas City foundation repair experts.

• Nonporous back fill.   Especially in the Kansas City area the soil here is loaded with clay or organic matter which hold water like a sponge.  This definitely increase the risk of foundation fail thus cracks when the soil freezes and expands.
• Insufficient compacting. A lot of times contractors today rush and slab is poured over crushed stone that hasn’t been firmly tamped.  This will often cause settling and cracking which are all signs of foundation fail.
• Rushing the cure. Keep in mind concrete must cure slowly to reach proper strength. Keep it damp for at least three days by wrapping it in plastic, misting with water, and other techniques.
• Interrupting the pour. A concrete form should always be filled in one go.  If you stop and come back the next day to finish the work than there will be a “cold joint” between the fresh concrete and yesterday’s work.   This will most like cause leaks and cracks.

This is just a few reasons why foundation fail today.  If you are experiencing problems with your foundation we highly recommend a professional to come out and give you sound advise.  Never leave foundation issues alone because it could get costly.

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4 Signs for Foundation Repair

Knowing early warning signs that you may have foundation issues can save you tens of thousands! Identifying potential problems early means easier to fix and less expensive.

Here’s 4 basic indoor signs to watch for brought to you by KC’s foundation repair experts here at CPS.

• A door begins to jam or fails to latch
• Cracks open in vinyl/ceramic tile over a concrete floor
• Windows that used to open and close with ease now stick or refuses to close completely
• Cracks appear in walls, over doorways, windows, or where walls meet ceilings

Keep in mind houses settle over a period of time so a little unevenness is no panic but be alert because these signs can lead to more dramatic changes that can be costly.

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Introducing your Premier Kansas City Foundation Repair Experts

Welcome to our Blog and learn why we are Kansas City's Foundation Repair Experts!

Commercial Piering Systems has decades of experience and that’s why we are the Kansas City foundation repair experts!  Anything from basement waterproofing, concrete, foundation repair, egress windows, and pier support systems you can count on us for results.

CPS has been in business for years, and why we are Kansas City foundation repair experts. In the Kansas City area, it’s all too easy to end up with a buildup of water in your front or back yards – these buildups can cause the base of your home to shift in the ground, leading to cracks and leaks. We use piers that run all the way to the bedrock to keep your home level.

Contact Kansas City's Foundation Repair Experts and get your FREE estimate from our Certified Engineer today.

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