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Reasons to Repair Your Ridgeland Foundation

It’s Worth the Expense

early every home in the United States will be sold at some point. It’s hard to sell a home with a foundation problem. When cracks are evident in the walls, floors are heaving, mold is surfacing, and doors and windows won’t shut properly, buyers are not interested in taking on these problems. The value that’s lost and the safety risks that are posed are convincing reasons why homeowners shouldn’t leave foundation problems unattended.

“The majority of people won’t fix their foundation problem because they either don’t have the money or they don’t see the need,” says Ron Davidson at Ram Jack Systems. “What they don’t realize is that a foundation problem is like a cancer — it never gets better. It only gets worse and will cost more and more.”

Problems Will Get Worse

“When the door starts sticking, especially the front door, is when people will typically call out a foundation repair specialist for help,” says Davidson. “If there are cracks on the outside of the house or on inside walls, many people will try a cosmetic fix or try to patch up and hide the problem, but that only masks the real issue,” he says. Because the soil beneath the home is continuously moving, hiding the problem is only temporary.

Safety Concerns

“When the corner of a home sinks even just one inch, it puts an extreme amount of pressure on other parts of the house,” explains Davidson. “One of the first things people notice is their doors won’t shut right, or their windows aren’t shutting smoothly. The sinking foundation is causing a shift in the home, and it’s most evident at openings such as doors and windows.” Entrances and exits that aren’t working properly can be a serious safety issue. “If the door is sticking and you need to get out, or you need to get in to help someone, that is a serious problem,” he says.

“People don’t have to be convinced that they have a problem, they just want to be educated on how to make a good decision on who to choose to sustain their home,” says Davidson. “But they usually don’t know how to compare products or companies. For example, if two foundation repair companies offer a lifetime guarantee, but one company is significantly cheaper, there’s a big difference on the meaning of that guarantee if the cheaper company is coming back every year to fix the problem. You want a solution that is going to solve it right the first time, period.”

Resale Value

A foundation problem is no doubt a negative selling point for a home. “When there are cracks in the walls, moisture has access, bugs have access, and people just don’t want any part of that,” says Davidson. “A good foundation system can make a home more valuable.” Whether selling a home or not, many people don’t fix an apparent foundation problem because they simply don’t have the money,” explains Davidson. “The average repair cost for a home foundation is around $10,000 and can be as much as $30-40,000,” he says. “In the last eight years, home values have dropped, but some people are still able to draw on a home-equity line of credit to preserve the value of their home by repairing their foundation problems.”

If you’re concerned about foundation issues, contact Ram Jack Mississippi for a free* estimate.

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Pricing Factors

The cost of foundation repair varies greatly depending on the extent of the damage and the type of service needed. These factors can include the following:

  • Soil Conditions – The type of soil your home is built on can significantly impact the foundation repair cost.
  • Size of Your Home – The size of your home will also affect the foundation repair cost. Larger homes require more materials and labor, so expect to pay more for repairs in larger homes.
  • Type of Foundation – The foundation used on your home can drastically impact the repair cost.
  • Extent of Foundation Damage – The extent of damage to your foundation will also determine the cost of repairs. Cracks, bowing walls, and sinking floors require different repairs and vary greatly in cost.

At Ram Jack, we provide accurate, personalized estimates and long-term solutions for all your foundation problems. Our experienced foundation repair specialists can inspect your home, provide an accurate estimate for your foundation repair cost, and handle the project to ensure the job is done correctly.

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Guaranteed Reliability

At local franchises, customer satisfaction takes top priority, and they demonstrate this by offering lifetime limited warranty coverage. They go the extra mile to provide customers peace of mind by installing steel piles specifically designed to remain stable. If you have concerns about foundation movement, our dedicated dealers will promptly inspect, adjust, or replace a pile and its associated bracket as necessary. Moreover, they will thoroughly assess your property for any signs of soil movement beyond their previous work.

An unwavering commitment to quality empowers each dealer to fully stand behind their products and services, guaranteeing comprehensive limited warranties that leave no room for uncertainty. When you choose Ram Jack, you can be confident that your house rests on a solid foundation backed by Ram Jack products and training, and the innovative Ram Jack System of Foundation Support.

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