Foundations First Northwest Frequently Asked Questions

Some signs that you may need a home foundation repair in Lake Oswego, OR include cracks in the foundation, windows and doors that no longer open or close properly, cabinets and doors that close on their own, cracks in sheetrock and plaster, unlevel floors, or cracks in tile flooring and countertops. Should you notice any of these things, be sure to give us a call.

Some signs that you may need a home foundation repair in Lake Oswego, OR include cracks in the foundation, concrete degradation, and unlevel floors. Should you notice any of these signs, be sure to give us a call.

You can tell if you need a foundation repair in Lake Oswego, OR by looking for sinking or heaving concrete slabs, a floor that sags towards the center of the house, interior doors jamming, floor cracks, or rot in your crawl space. Should you notice these things, be sure to contact us.

Foundation repairs should always be first. Doing repairs after the remodel can increase the cost of future foundation repairs and/or create more remodel work to be done. For reliable foundation repair in Lake Oswego, OR, give us a call today.

All projects are different. Your foundation professional will be able to tell you what is required to complete your project. When you need a reliable foundation company in Lake Oswego, OR, give us a call.

FFNW uses carbon fiber, steel adjustable posts, high tension epoxy, steel wall bracing systems, and helical piles to repair foundations. Formed concrete and shotcrete repairs are the most common repair applications used by our company. 

We will consult on the best repair method for your individual project. When you need a reliable foundation company in Lake Oswego, OR, give us a call.

Most foundation repairs are not covered by homeowners insurance. Call us today for a reliable foundation repair contractor in Lake Oswego, OR to get started on your repair.

Make sure all grading is away from the house and don’t plant trees within 6 feet of the house. However, you can plant shrubbery that is good for absorbing water close to the house but not touching it. When you need a reliable foundation company in Lake Oswego, OR, give us a call.  

Soil will expand and absorb water. However, in the Pacific NW, we don’t have to worry about this issue. What we do need to worry about is the effect that water and soil can have.

It’s normal for a home to move half an inch in the summer and in the winter. For this reason, it’s important to hire a professional who can tell the difference between seasonal movement and something that could suggest there is something else going on.  When you need a reliable foundation company in Lake Oswego, OR, give us a call.

To avoid needing foundation repair in Lake Oswego, OR, you'll want to plant plants and shrubs away from the house but close enough that they can absorb water. Be sure to have your crawl space inspected, as 90% of repairs are due to water intrusion. Lastly, make sure your downspouts are pointed away from the drains.