The Importance of Regular Foundation Inspections

For many homeowners, it is easy to forget about and accidentally neglect certain home maintenance tasks. This is particularly true of things that are out of sight (and out of mind) such as your home’s foundation. However, considering that your home’s foundation supports the entire structure above it, it is critical that you have regular foundation inspections every couple of years to ensure that there are not serious problems hiding under your home. If you do not have your home’s foundation inspected regularly, here is a look at just a few reasons why it is critical that you do so.

Find Problems Early

Many homeowners fear discovering foundation damage due to how costly extensive foundation repairs can be. However, this does not mean that you should ignore your foundation. Having your home’s foundation inspected regularly can help to ensure that, should your foundation become damaged, this damage can be discovered and repaired as soon as possible, helping to save you money. If foundation damage is caught before it spreads and causes damage throughout your home, repair costs may be more manageable, making it important that you have your foundation inspected regularly.

Ensure Your Home’s Structural Integrity

What many homeowners do not realize is that foundation damage can lead to structural damage throughout their home. As your damaged foundation shifts and settles, this can put pressure on your home, leading to severe structural damage that can be costly to repair. Having your foundation inspected regularly can help to ensure that you are able to fix your foundation before it damages your home, helping to save you money in the long-run.

While having their home’s foundation inspected is not something many homeowners think to do, regular inspections can give you peace-of-mind knowing that there are no underlying problems spreading throughout your home. Feel free to contact us  at Dodson Foundation Repair to learn about the problems foundation damage can cause in your home as well as to schedule an inspection.