2 Major Foundation Repairs in Regina
When it comes to construction in Regina, SK it’s a well known fact that this city is built on gumbo, and it’s a problem–a major problem!
In recent years, engineers have figured out how to properly deal with this in new construction, but most houses built in the 70’s or earlier still have foundation issues and need major repair or renovation.
The gumbo soil in Regina retains moisture, expands, and moves around. Today, engineers design foundations with piles under the footing, proper re-bar in the foundation, proper strength of concrete, weeping tile, drain rock, waterproofing, slope of grade, backfill material, and even in some cases piles under the basement slab to avoid problems. This was not the case just a few years ago, many of these steps were not taken and created thousands upon thousands of problem basements today.
There are many contractors in Regina that do basement repairs and renos, but you need to be cautious and carefully research and vet contractors before beginning your project. The repairs can be very costly, in some cases more dollars per lineal foot than a new foundation, so make sure to pick a contractor that really knows what they are doing and can show finite estimates before the project begins–something we do with every client and every build.
We work very closely with an engineer that inspects the problem area and makes a site-specific report that diagnoses the problem, gives detailed step-by-step instructions on how to fix the problem, and even includes drawings. Then a permit is pulled with the city and it is inspected at different times of the repair. These two steps are key to doing a repair properly. When selling a home in Regina, realtors and inspectors will request these items with any sign of a repair, and if they are not available it makes it very difficult to get a mortgage on that home.
1st Major Basement Renovation & Foundation Repair
This basement was repaired once with braces and crack filling but there was no engineers’ report and no inspection documents. We are in the process of repairing it right now, properly.
Above is the original damaged pony wall and the poor construction we found after clearing the area.
Cleared away the damage & old construction and installed 5 new braces to help secure the foundation.
2nd Major Foundation Repair Saves “Unsellable” House
This basement deemed the house “unsellable”. All necessary steps as well as certified tradespeople completely turned that around.
Above is the original basement wall that’s cracked, crumbling and pushed in.
Newly formed and ready for concrete to be poured.
Let our custom home builder and renovation team in Regina help you manage your basement repair. We will make sure it is done properly, efficiently, and even most cost effectively.