Serving Kansas and Missouri

What are the Common Issues Found During Foundation Inspection?
 
Tue May 14

A solid foundation is critical to the stability and longevity of any building, making regular foundation inspections an essential aspect of property maintenance. In this blog post, we'll explore the common issues found during a foundation inspection, focusing on the specific challenges faced by homeowners in environments like Kansas City....

Structural vs Non-Structural Foundation Cracks: What’s the Difference?
 
Mon May 6

Foundation cracks can be alarming for any homeowner, signaling potential issues with the structural integrity of their property. However, not all cracks are created equal, and discerning between structural and non-structural cracks is crucial. In this guide, we'll learn the difference between structural vs. non-structural foundation cracks, emphasizing their significance...

What is Foundation Settlement?
 
Tue Apr 30

Foundation settlement occurs when the footings of your foundation sink, often due to dry weather or droughts, resulting in a lack of moisture in the soil. This issue can lead to significant structural problems within your home if not addressed promptly. In this article, we'll explore the causes, prevention methods,...

What are Foundation Piers?
 
Thu Apr 25

Foundation piers are essential components of a building's structural support system. These piers, positioned directly beneath the foundation, play a vital role in preventing settling and maintaining the integrity of the structure above. In this article, we will explore the significance of foundation pier installation, the various types available, and...

Four Methods of Addressing Settling Concrete
 
Thu Jul 11

Mudjacking is great repair and advantageous for a number of reasons to the other alternatives for repairing sunken concrete. It is NOT however a decorative or cosmetic repair, and does have potential limitations, including differences in concrete shading of the patch holes and even potential new cracks. This is explained...

Foundation 1 Video Gallery
 
Fri Dec 21

Foundation 1 has a lot of videos! We do this because selecting a foundation repair contractor is a difficult decision, and we want to give you as much information about our company and our processes as possible. Many of these videos introduce you to members of our team and repair...

Financing
 
Thu Nov 29

FINANCING OPTIONS We are proud to offer our customers two different approaches for project financing. Consider your project in terms of a monthly payment instead of a large, lump sum. Enerbank. We have successfully worked with this bank on a number of projects. Loan Size: $5K to $55K. Interest rate:...

Waterproofing Job Photos / Videos – Kansas City
 
Fri Sep 28

Take a look at what a foundation waterproofing project may look like! This is a sampling of the types of waterproofing systems we install in the Kansas City metro area. EDGERTON, KANSAS         KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI      GREENWOOD, MISSOURI      RAYTOWN, MISSOURI (Commercial Project)  ...

Foundation Wall Bracing – Straightening – Foundation 1
 
Mon May 21

We have performed wall stabilization and crack repair on thousands of homes and businesses in the Kansas City area. Here are some examples of some of our recent projects where we address wall straightening and stability and wall cracks.    INDEPENDENCE, MISSOURI We see some amazingly large cracks. Do not...

Foundation Pier Job Photos / Videos – Kansas City
 
Thu Apr 26

Some photos of Foundation 1 installing Foundation Piers in the Kansas City metro area. These photos represent only a small percentage of the foundation piering jobs Foundation 1 completes.   GRAIN VALLEY, MISSOURI These photos are early in a large project in Grain Valley, Missouri. The house was experiencing significant...