Testimonials

Don't just take our word for it. Read what our customers have to say about our work.

"Anthony was knowledgeable and friendly and did a great job assessing my situation. I've had nothing but great interactions with Thrasher Foundation Repair personnel now and in the past. They're on time, work very efficiently and do a high quality job." - Keith L. - Des Moines

"Highly recommend Thrasher Foundation Repair. Kyle was a dream to work with, very knowledgeable, explaining in great detail the work to be done and the reasons why... it just made sense. They were all very professional and eager to please, even provided me with plenty of before & after pictures. Great company and great teamwork." - Carolyn T. - Denver

"Thrasher's expertise was evident every step of the way of our home improvement project. Their dedication to customer satisfaction and expertise in handling this significant investment in our home make them the go-to choice for any foundation repair needs." - Daren D. - Kansas City

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long does a typical foundation repair project take and how much of my yard will be disturbed?

  A repair project generally takes less than a day to complete with the proper foundation inspection, trained experts, and the right equipment. Other foundation repairs call for minimal yard disturbance, like wall anchors or pier solutions, which require us to excavate a small surrounding area.

  Keep in mind, the more widespread foundation problems are, the larger the repair system required, taking extra time. Once the project is complete, the excavation will be covered as dirt is put back into place and landscaping restored.

• I want to finish my basement. Is there a way to guarantee a dry basement all of the time?

  A home requires a few elements to assure the basement stays dry, including:

  • Strong load-bearing soils that support the foundation and keep it in place
  • The house sits on a crown, so water flows away
  • Gutters and drainage systems that work properly

  But even if a home has all of these things, these systems can falter over time. To guarantee a dry basement all of the time, you will have to make sure all of these factors remain intact, requiring extra vigilance. Just keeping a close eye won't catch everything, such as changes to the soil alongside and beneath your home. However, proper drainage can go a long way to preventing these situations.

• How do I find the source of water in my leaky, flooded basement

  Sometimes the source of a leaky basement or basement flooding is obvious, like a clogged drain, wall cracks, or failing mortar between blocks that allows water to get in.

  However, knowing the full path and source of that water leak can take some detective work, requiring a trained expert and a thorough foundation inspection with moisture detection tools. The cold joint, where the basement wall meets the basement floor and creates a natural seam, is a frequent point of water intrusion. Hydrostatic pressure, water building in loose soils, can also force moisture through porous blocks, joints, and cracks.

• I have some foundation cracks and a few in my basement. How do I know if they are serious?

  Many minor cracks are visual and not indicative of structural damage. However, to identify cracks that might show significant foundation problems, you must look at the size and number of cracks. If cracks are more than 1/8 inch or span a large surface area, that is probably serious. If foundation cracks continue to grow over time, they're likely signals that the foundation giving way under pressure, which could become a severe foundation issue.

• I have cracks in the drywall on some of my interior walls. What caused this?

  While drywall cracks sometimes come from seasonal changes in humidity, they may also be a sign of foundation problems. For example, foundation settlement leading to cracked concrete slabs often indicates that sagging walls are next and drywall is soon to follow. Uneven load-bearing soil can also cause the home to shift and sink, resulting in cracks forming on your interior walls.

• What steps should I take in my foundation to best prepare my home for basement finishing?

  There are several precautions to take when preparing for a basement finishing project.

  1. Eliminate moisture issues, including leaks, pooling water, condensation, or dampness gathering on walls or other surfaces.
  2. Make sure all of the basement walls are plumb (straight vertical) and the floor is flat horizontally. If either of these things are off, it could indicate foundation problems that we can repair before the basement finishing project starts.
  3. Get your basement checked for radon. If radon is detected, take radon mitigation steps before to assure your home is safe.