When is the Best Time to Repair Your Foundation?

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When thinking about doing repairs for your home, most people believe that summer is the best time to do this. This is not always the case! Believe it or not, homeowners can repair their foundations any time of the year. There’s a long list of advantages and disadvantages for each season. In this article, the pros and cons will be listed, and then the best time for foundation repair can be determined.

Pros and Cons of Repairing Your Foundation in the Spring and Summer Months

Spring and Summer months are typically when homeowners find out they need repairs done to their homes. The warmer temperature and thawing soil usually lead to more water leaks and foundations settling. One of the pros of getting repairs done during the warmer months is that repairs are easier because the soil tends to be softer. Some disadvantages of getting repairs done during the summer months are that it may be harder to obtain a scheduled repair since summer tends to be busier.

Pros and Cons of Repairing Your Foundation in the Fall and Winter Seasons

While getting work done on your house is usually reserved for the warmer months of the year, you can also get work done on your home during the fall and winter months. Some advantages are that businesses are not as busy, so scheduling a repair will be easier during colder months. Another benefit is that fall and winter are usually drier, so you could have a system in place before spring thaws and rains make it an urgent need. Also, colder weather does not heavily affect foundation repairs like filling interior cracks or reinforcing bowing walls. 

While most repairs are still doable during the winter months, there are a few drawbacks to scheduling during the year’s colder months. One drawback is that exterior work, like installing helical piers or exterior crack repairs, isn’t doable during winter. Another drawback is the potential loss of heat while working on a repair. Getting repairs done during the winter months may not be ideal, but if you need emergency work done, it’s good to know that you won’t need to wait months to inquire about repairs.

Scheduling a Time to Repair Your Foundation

Whether it’s snow, rain, sleet, or shine, make sure you contact Jerry’s Waterproofing for any waterproofing or foundation needs!