FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • DescriptiAt Structural Systems Inc, we understand that concrete and foundation work is a significant investment. That's why we pledge to offer reliable service on every job we undertake.

    When you work with us, you'll benefit from our:

    • Affordable project rates

    • Skilled contractors

    • Extensive experience

    • Impressive turnaround times

  • Do you see any signs of the following in your home?

    • Zigzags or large cracks in your walls or ceilings

    • Sagging, crumbling and bowing walls

    • Sloped or sagging floors

    • Broken ceramic tile

    • Doors that won’t shut properly

    • Pools of water around your home’s foundation

    • Gaps and cracks in your exterior siding

    • Standing water in your basement or crawl space

    • Leaks around roof flashings

    • The smell of mold or mildew in your basement area or crawl space.

    If you said yes to any of the above, call us today to have someone from our team provide a FREE assessment of your property. (808) 845-2474

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  • Most settlement is caused by:

    • Expansive soils that create instability

    • Improper construction techniques or design errors

    • Excessive moisture, such as plumbing leaks, poor drainage, or flooding

    • Construction on poor quality soil, such as unconsolidated fill, low bearing strength soils, or organics and debris in fill soils

    • Erosion or soil movements down sloping sites

  • Foundation damage that results from normal wear and tear or lack of maintenance over time, on the other hand, normally is excluded from coverage. Foundation damage and repair typically fall under the dwelling coverage portion of your insurance policy because the damage is to the structure of the home.

  • Due to the extent of work that will be done during a foundation repair project, the costs associated with the project require a permit by the Department of Permits and Planning.

    Structural Systems has years of experience in handling all the permitting fees and would prefer to take on that task for you.

  • What separates Structural Systems from its competitors is the partnerships we have with soil engineers that give the direction needed to perform the right and most accurate repair based on the specific project location.

Q. What are the best methods of foundation repair?

There are a lot of different methods to repair foundations, and the best method depends on the cause of the issue. Many times, the best methods are slab jacking (lifting the slab back into place by injecting polyurethane underneath the slab), drilling and installing concrete or metal piers, or simply patching and sealing the damaged area.

Q. How much does foundation repair cost?

It depends on the damage, but the range is between roughly $2,010 and $7,717, typically. The national average is around $4,714.

Q. Is foundation repair covered by insurance?

It depends on how the damage occurred. Damage from age and wear and tear won’t be covered, but damage from earthquakes or floods might be, depending on if the homeowner has additional policies for these events.

Q. Are foundation repairs worth the cost?

In most cases, yes. The home’s entire structure sits on the foundation, so the damage could affect the rest of the home. However, homeowners will want to get and compare multiple quotes before settling on a contractor.

Q. How long does foundation repair take?

Foundation repairs can take just a few days or several weeks to complete, depending on the damage, cause, and solution.

Q. How do I know if a foundation repair company is reputable?

There are a few ways for a customer to judge a company’s reputation. First, they can take a look at how long the company has been in business. New companies may not have established themselves enough to be reputable yet. Also, customers can check out the companies’ warranties, references, insurance coverage, and licenses to ensure everything is on the up and up.