10 Years of Brutally Honest House Foundation Repair Advice in 42 Mins

A complete guide for homeowners facing foundation repairs--explaining all aspects of fixing a broken foundation from hiring a contractor, what to ask, what to expect during the process and what to address first. Sharing my homeowner (not a contractor) perspective because while I DIY, pier and beam and slab on grade foundation problems were something I hired out and still had so many unexpected reprocussions.

This is a compilation video of all the foundation repair videos on the channel. If you have any questions please ask them in the comments.

MENTIONED VIDEOS:

○ How to Detect a Plumbing Leak with a Water Pressure Gauge (includes finding the location) - https://youtu.be/I4F4HV4nipk
○ Series on whole house water monitors -- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzio78R2Y1xlJFEiANxAue-w5zc-xVRbe (in-progress)
○ Matt Risinger’s @MattRisinger video proving the ability for water to seep behind stone and brick: https://youtu.be/k1m5VShzxYs?t=370
○ Dave Yelovich's @DaveYelovich latest video on weep holes--great explanation and a better view of these holes along the bottom of your brick veneer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GEswvzI2Mc
○ Installing a PEX Maintenance Loop - https://youtu.be/UujaUEikAiw

French Drain Man’s @FRENCHDRAINMAN channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@FRENCHDRAINMAN

French Drain Man’s FEATURED VIDEOS:
○ How to Build a French Drain That Lasts FOREVER - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KiehdvVTu-8
○ Gutter Downspout Leaf Filter Clean Out Review [ 2023 Leaf Filter Guide ] - https://youtu.be/6g7QB3XUSiA?si=yi-F6Ru7P4iWAKs9
○ Why I Quit Using Pop-up Emitters - https://youtu.be/llczIq_1WVM?si=VHK2NzuKYbOpKpjR

OUR GO-TO PRODUCTS PROTECTING FOUNDATIONS:

○ Cheap, Yet Effective Water Pressure Gauge - https://amzn.to/3iX50Sz
○ Aquor’s House Hydrant - https://amzn.to/3fmeSTX
○ 20 Ton Jacks - https://www.justneedspaint.com/the-best-20-ton-bottle-jack-the-cheap-one-you-own/

DISCLAIMER / HONESTY POLICY: The links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you!

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:21 What to expect--before, during & after
15:15 Foundation repair cost
21:49 2 methods to fix a foundation
25:06 How to choose a contractor
30:41 Ways to find a legit contractor
32:07 How to ensure you fix a foundation only once
37:45 Pier & beam warning
41:48 More info

COME SAY HI!

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