Structural + Foundation Repair in Lakewood, CO

Call the best foundation repair contractors in Lakewood, CO if you notice cracks, bowing walls, wavy floors, mustiness, unwanted water, or other hallmarks of structural issues in your home. We've helped dozens of homeowners in the Lakewood area, and whether a relatively simple drainage system will fix the problem or we need to brace the foundation walls, we will restore the structural integrity of your home.

Feel free to upload pictures or a quick video of your observations in our contact form, or give us a call. We can arrange a consultation and inspection at your convenience.

What Happens When You Delay Repairing Your Foundation?

Delay is understandable; you may feel a sense of dread about starting a big project, you might have heard horror stories about the cost of a foundation repair project ballooning, or perhaps you're thinking that it's just not that big of a deal. After all, how can a few cracks or puddles in the basement hurt?

When you don't confront the problem, several things can happen.

Your foundational issues could devolve into a much more serious problem, for one. Slight bowing of the foundation's walls can become full-on breaches, water "spillage" from the concrete can become regular flooding, or the slightest shift can become significant movement that endangers your family.

You will also incur much higher costs in the future. For instance, if you fix the problem this month, we may only need to install a drain and new gutter system with better downspouts. If absolutely necessary, we may need to grade some of the soil around your home.

But if you wait for six months, a year, or a few years, we may need to restore the actual structural integrity of your home, in addition to the measures listed above. This can include any of the following:

• Underpinning your foundation using steel, concrete or other poured or inserted materials

• Steel piles, driven underneath your home, that can reach bedrock and push upwards

• Helical or other piers screwed below your home's foundation

• Significant foundation wall bracing

• A new structural floor and poured concrete

• Tie-backs, micro-piles, and other tools and resources

Lastly, other parts of your home may be damaged because of a shifting or sinking foundation. Your flooring may need to be replaced, window panes may detach, your roof may spring leaks, and wood in your home may rot. Insect, mold, and mildew problems often come from issues around your foundation as well.

That said, you are better off confronting the issue right now. You will preserve your home value, protect your family, increase your quality of life, and avoid higher repair costs.

Water - The Leading Cause of Foundation Damage in Lakewood, CO

Lakewood, CO receives nearly 70 inches of snow each winter, and that snow makes its way into the soil around your home's foundation. That water freezes -- expanding 9% by volume -- then contracts and melts later in the spring months. When you think about the pressure that can place on your foundation's walls and the structural floor, it's no surprise that many homes have structural issues.

Furthermore, many homeowners invest in only entry-level gutter and downspout systems. This is a terrible way to cut costs, and you may end up paying for it in the future.

We are experts when it comes to foundation drainage systems, soil grading, effective gutter systems, and more. If you need help saving your foundation from hydrostatic pressure, give us a call.

Some Notable Statistics Regarding Foundation Damage in the US

Unless you read industry magazines, you may not know that The American Society of Civil Engineers reported that approximately 25% of all U.S. homes have some form of structural distress, with foundation damage being one of the most prevalent types. A 2022 report from the National Foundation Repair Association highlighted that, annually, homeowners in the U.S. spend an estimated $5 billion on foundation repairs, a clear reflection of the widespread nature of this issue.

The harm caused by damaged foundations is multi-faceted. Aside from the obvious structural risks, such issues can significantly depreciate home values. A study by the Journal of Structural Engineering found that houses with foundation issues can see a decrease in value by 10-15%. Additionally, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has raised concerns about potential health risks from mold and radon exposure due to foundation damage-induced water leaks and poor ventilation, respectively.

Let Arise Constructions Ensure Your Safety and Home Value

Call our foundation repair contractors in Lakewood for your consultation as soon as possible. Our in-house structural engineers will investigate the problem and design a plan, and our expert foundation specialists will either fix the foundation itself or guide water away from your home and allow the soil to dry. We also provide foundation repair services in Denver, and we handle full custom home builds as well.