Question 1

What are the signs of foundation settlement?

Accepted Answer

Some signs of settlement include cracking on walls or around doors and windows, uneven floors, spacing between baseboards and the floor, or issues with door and window alignment.

Question 2

How long is the foundation observation?

Accepted Answer

The on-site foundation observation usually takes around an hour and a half.

Question 3

Are foundation observations free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Ram Jack Pacific's professional assessment is free of charge and without obligation for homeowners. We want you to be fully informed about your home foundation and concrete slab repair solution. For real estate transactions, a fee may apply.

Question 4

Is the free foundation observation really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our foundation observations are 100% free for homeowners. Schedule your free observation today, no obligation or hassle! For real estate transactions, a fee may apply.

Question 5

How can I tell if my home is settling?

Accepted Answer

You can spot warning signs of foundation problems with a careful eye. While you may be tempted to write it off as just the house settling, a sinking, moving, or heaving foundation is a serious warning sign. Schedule a free evaluation, and one of our highly trained foundation specialists will evaluate your home and determine whether you have a real foundation issue or just minor settling.

Question 6

When is the best time of year to do foundation work?

Accepted Answer

The best time of year to do foundation repair work is the exact time your home starts showing signs of foundation failure. There is no “perfect” time of year to repair your home's foundation. If you suspect your home is settling, there is no better time to get a foundation repair specialist on the job than right now!

Question 7

Do you mark my home where you install the foundation piles?

Accepted Answer

Ram Jack Pacific does not mark your home; the location of each pile is documented on the installation records, including depth and pressure on each pile.

Question 8

How do you determine what needs to be done?

Accepted Answer

Ram Jack Pacific professional project evaluators evaluate your home's exterior and interior, as needed, by taking elevation readings and conducting visual observations. The readings are matched with the home's structural indications to assess if a foundation and/or concrete slab repair is needed. This process is called a foundation observation. The assessment is then analyzed so we can provide a quote.

Question 9

Do I need to be present for the observation?

Accepted Answer

Ideally, yes. For our evaluator to completely assess your foundation or slab failure, they need to examine your home's interior, exterior, and crawl space, but if you have someone onsite to let them into the home, they can access the property and connect with you later.

Question 10

How long does the initial observation last?

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One hour on average, but it varies with each situation. Our professional evaluator will spend the appropriate amount of time evaluating and communicating your home's foundation solution.

Question 11

What should I expect at the foundation observation appointment?

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The Evaluator will go over the concerns or symptoms you are seeing, complete a floor elevation survey, do a footprint measurement of the exterior walls outside, and may need access to the crawl space, if applicable. Once they have all the information gathered, they will create a proposal or let you know their expert opinion within the week.

Question 12

Are the Evaluators engineers?

Accepted Answer

Our project Evaluators are not engineers, but they are highly experienced and trained in observing foundation distress and are very knowledgeable about the techniques available to repair foundations. A California-licensed engineer designs each repair before work is done at your home.

Question 13

Will the Evaluator provide a written estimate?

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Yes, the homeowner will receive a written estimate that must be authorized before work can begin.

Question 14

How much does foundation repair cost?

Accepted Answer

Several variables affect the price. To make our services more affordable, we have partnered with a Financing Bank to offer fast and easy financing options. Call today to talk with a team member about all of our custom financing options available.

Question 15

What type of repair system does Ram Jack Pacific use?

Accepted Answer

We offer a variety of Ram Jack systems tailored to the specific repair situation. Our Evaluators are trained to identify and recommend the ideal solutions for your specific problem. Most of the solutions are based on Ram Jack's patented systems.

Question 16

Do you clean the property after the job is completed?

Accepted Answer

Definitely. Our goal is to leave the property in the same or better condition than it was prior to the repair.

Question 17

What about my plants and landscaping?

Accepted Answer

Should it be necessary to move your plants, we recommend that you remove them or have a landscape contractor remove them before we start the project.

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