I strongly recommend Bob Jensen for foundation assessment, coordinating with foundation contractors, and evaluation of repairs. He's licensed, has years of experience in North Texas, and many excellent reviews on the Internet. He's knowledgeable, professional, and cordial. He responds quickly and answers all question.
He estimated the number and cost of piers. He suggested root guards for three live oaks to block their roots from going under the foundation.
He used a simple machine for estimating the amount of repair needed. The machine measured the inches away from level in the vertical direction at several points on the foundation. The machine didn't require moving furniture. Use of the machine gave all needed measurements in just a few minutes. Many points on my foundation were out of allowable range.
Bob used the same machine to check the points were within allowable ranges after the contractor completed. The contractor used a similar machine in leveling the foundation.
Bob told me what his costs were - one payment for estimating repairs and a second payment for inspecting the completed work.
He gave me an average cost for the piers and the root guards. The costs were close to what the contractor charged. The contractor asked for half the cost at start and half upon completion.
Bob estimated two days for foundation leveling and two days for installing root guards. His estimate was accurate.
Bob coordinated with the city and with the foundation contractor for all paper work such as building permits. He provided a copy of all paperwork to me.
I'm very happy with the work Bob did. read more