Foundation Repair Dallas Cost

♦ November 19, 2012 ♦ Leave Your Comment

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Can we build a larger house on a 50-year old foundation?
    We got a 50-year old house. There is evidence that there was foundation shifting. The house itself is in a pretty bad condition so it is possibility that we will tear the one floor house down and build a two-floor house. Now I wonder, if it is possible/desirable to preserve or fix the foundation so we can save some building cost. The house is in Dallas, TX and the old foundation is pier and beam

    • ANSWER:
      Funny you should ask … that is our situation exactly. We bought a new, two-story home that was built on the foundation of a 1950s ranch. We are getting a LOT of settling and buckling of floors. The builder used all the original beams and floor joists and they’re just groaning under all of the additional wait. Plus there was a lot of termite damage that they “repaired” but I’m not sure they did a thorough and strong enough job. As far as I know, the cinder block walls are holding up ok, but the builder finished the basement so there may be some shifting that I can’t see. If I were you I just would not proceed without a competent structural engineer at your side. Best of luck!

  2. QUESTION:
    If I am going to grad school in Dallas is it better deal to rent for 2 years or to buy a house?
    I heard its cheap there.

    • ANSWER:
      On the national average, to rent in Dallas is cheap. On the other hand, property values in and around Dallas tend to get a bit pricy unless you’re willing to purchase a home in an “undesirable” location. Another drawback to purchasing a home in the DFW area is many of the newer homes’ foundations tend to shift causing cracks and expensive repair costs. If you have a little money to invest, buying an older house with the intention of renting out the house later can be quite a lucrative investment for your future no matter where you live.

      I would rent first, shop around, and then make up my mind.

  3. QUESTION:
    roughly how much would it cost to build a small 3 bedroom pier and beam home in texas?

    • ANSWER:
      While I am not sure of the price here is a company that can tell you a huge amount of information.
      http://www.bedrockfoundation.com/pier-and-beam-foundation-repair-dallas-tx.html
      These people repair pier and beam houses. They can tell you what to build and how to build it. Based on what repairs they do, it seems that houses fail later on because they build with cheaper products in the beginning. By this I mean they use small timber supports where larger ones are recommended. This company has good answers on repairing and based on that they sound like they can offer you great information on building.
      I live in Australia and until I read this question didn’t know anything about the company I am telling you about.

  4. QUESTION:
    Are there companies in Dallas fort worth that will level your pool and how much will it cost?

    • ANSWER:
      Red Canyon Construction specializes in pool construction and issues of subsiding ground that is common in north TX.

      You cost will vary according to the size, material, and extent of work to be done.

      Red Canyon Construction*
      2850 S Belt Line Rd
      Dallas, TX 75253

      Many foundation repair services also do pool leveling. ARS would be a good first call with locations through out the metroplex.

  5. QUESTION:
    Real Estate problems…?
    I have just bought a home. We closed on the 29th of Feburary. Once we moved in we realized the plumbing was bad. When the upstairs toliet is flushed, I get sewer water coming up in kitchen sink & threw the laundry drain. The seller did not disclose this, nor was it in the inspection. Can I sue to get the problem fixed, or is it all on me? THis was an FHA Loan, & it was not a AS IS Home. My home owners Insurance says it was pre-exhisting & they can’t pay for it. I had 2 plumbers come out, & say that I have severly deteriorated pipes under my slab. Which is affecting my foundation. Cost of repair is anywhere between 00-00 depending on what more they find after they jackhammered up my home. I live in the Dallas fort worth area.

    • ANSWER:
      Every thing has to be disclosed. You have rights under the sales agrement. Exactly how you go and get out of the mortage or get a law suit — not sure how to handle this problem…

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