Can You Live in a House During Foundation Repair?

Foundation repair is not for the faint of heart. It often requires heavy lifting and excavation.

In a previous article, we answered the question, “Are Foundation Repairs Permanent?”

In this article, we’re going to answer whether you can live in your house during foundation repair installations.

These projects can be complex, but we simplify the process and any questions you may have. Let’s jump right in!

Can You Live in a House During Foundation Repair?

If you watch different home improvement shows, you may have seen families relocating to accommodate extensive repairs. Take this with a grain of salt; sometimes, it’s for entertainment, and other times it’s necessary.

digging dirt next to a house prior to foundation repair installations

Foundation repair can involve a lot of work, and at other times, it’s a quick and painless process. It depends on the condition of your foundation and the chosen repair solution. But it doesn’t mean you must secure short-term housing while completing your project.

Most of the time, you can remain in your house during foundation repair. Modern foundation repair solutions minimize invasive installation procedures while maximizing stabilization you can trust.

In another article, we explained the foundation replacement debate, concluding that it’s safer and more efficient to invest in industry-leading foundation repair solutions like what we install. These repairs don’t require overhauling your property or creating unsafe living conditions during their installation.

What Kind of Work Do Foundation Repairs Require?

Our foundation repair projects are subject to various factors and conditions, but here’s a general look at common excavation requirements:

Helical Piers and Push Piers: Digging along the home’s outer perimeter and down to the footer
Slab Piers: Drilling a hole into the slab floor to advance the piers into the ground
Crawl Space Support Jacks: Minor digging into the dirt floor
Carbon Fiber Straps: No exterior excavation is needed
Wall Braces, Wall Anchors, and Channel Anchors: Minor holes or small trenches away from the wall

Some fixtures, like stairs and decks, may need to be relocated for exterior work, and interior wall access is necessary for wall repairs. Your inspector can give you further details for your specific project.

What to Do Next

In this post, we answered your question about living in your house during foundation repair.

There’s a lot more to learn about installing foundation repair solutions, so stay tuned for more informative articles!

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Holly Richards-Purpura

Content Writer

Holly is a Content Writer for Groundworks who has written and edited web content for the foundation services industry for 10 years. With a background in journalism, her passion for the written word runs deep. Holly lives in Columbus, OH, with her husband. Along with educating homeowners, she also has a big heart for the Big Apple.