Can You Do Foundation Repair to Finish a Basement During the Winter?

Your Kansas City Home Foundation Repair Experts Bust the Myths

There are many misconceptions in the foundation repair industry, especially due the massive amounts of information available on the internet. We always want to remind homeowners: you can take all of the guesswork and confusion out of the process of seeking foundation repair in Kansas City by limiting your Google research and ignoring the claims made by out-of-town home foundation repair companies. One way to solidify a reputable foundation repair company is to look for Google reviews (read both positive and negative reviews), and ask your neighbors/colleagues for referrals. 

One of the most common reasons why customers choose local companies like PierMagic is because of their locally-owned-and-operated mentality. Homeowners will be able to get the clear, transparent answers you need to make the process much more easy, affordable, and high-quality from local, smaller companies. What’s more, you can get these answers with a free estimate - if you work with the right foundation repair specialists.

At PierMagic, we think it is very important to ensure that our Kansas City-area customers receive the right information and cost-effective solutions. This is why we offer free estimates, and have dedicated ourselves to service that is specifically useful for communities in the Kansas City area. This is where we have our roots, and you are the customers we want to serve. 

Today, let’s look at one particular misconception about winter, which PierMagic can easily clear up for you. We’ve heard many homeowners say that you have to wait for warm weather to finish the remodel or repairs to your basement, and this couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, if you’re looking to sell in the spring, you could be completely finished with your project by then, especially with the right home foundation repair team on your side.

Myth: Kansas City Foundation Repair Teams Usually Say You Can’t Finish Your Basement During Winter

This is completely false. The winter is the perfect time to get started on finishing your basement, and that work begins with home foundation repair services. It may seem odd that in order to finish your basement you must begin with your foundation needs, but it’s critical to have a solid and safe foundation before building upon that. 

Here are three important services that a Kansas City foundation repair team like PierMagic can help you with as you get started on this important project:

• Foundation Crack Sealing and Lifting
• Egress Windows
• Attractive Waterproof Flooring 

Foundation Crack Sealing: An Important Kansas City Foundation Repair Method

Before you finish your basement completely, you have to make sure that the foundation itself is in great condition. Otherwise you run the risk of water leaking into the home, and - at worst - foundation failure.

It is important to have a concrete foundation repair professional do a free inspection to assess the situation and offer recommendations that will protect the bones of your home, so that you can enjoy the process of designing, and then enjoying, your finished basement. 

Crack sealing is one of the most important jobs you can have done. Crack sealing protects the overall integrity of your foundation and protects from water and drafty air. If you let water into your home through foundation cracks after you’ve done a renovation, you risk damaging your possessions and the wood in the interior of your home. You’re also creating opportunities for mold and mildew. The risk of calamity is high when you finish your basement without taking care of the foundation first. 

However, when you hire PierMagic to perform crack sealing or any other concrete foundation repair, you get state-of-the-art tools and techniques, as well as our industry-leading precision. Using polyurethane resin or epoxy sealant, we ensure that the cracks in your foundation are completely sealed, eliminating water and air leaks. Once we’re finished, you’ll feel secure about the integrity of your foundation, so that you can go ahead with your basement project. 

PierMagic is the premier Kansas City foundation repair company, and we’ve provided solutions for basement crack sealing for over 15 years. We’ve seen all types of foundations, including post and pier foundations, and we are especially knowledgeable about basements in this area.

Whether it’s winter, or any other season, we can get this job done quickly and affordably, so that you can add value (and liveable space) to your home with a new, beautiful living area in your basement. You can schedule a free inspection and estimate today by contacting us online.

Egress Windows: An Essential Kansas City Foundation Repair Job that Can Be Done in Winter

Although winter time is cold, you can still have egress windows installed in your basement. An egress window is a basement window that is installed to bring in light and air, and - most importantly - as a way to enter and exit the basement in an emergency. By code, an egress window allows you to claim an additional bedroom or living room in your basement. 

Egress windows can be installed in a single day during the winter time, and bring both safety and beauty to the finished basement you’re planning. Thinking of adding a bedroom for guests in the basement? Opt for an appealing egress window that adds a design feature to the room and ensures your guests’ safety. The same goes for your basement entertainment room, or anything else you can dream of.

On the exterior, an egress window also adds curb appeal, so when PierMagic, Kansas City’s home foundation repair professionals, installs these windows, you’re maximizing the return on investment in your home. There’s no need to wait until spring or summer to have window installations done. Our team - specializing in everything from post and pier foundations to polyjacking and egress windows - works year-round. The egress windows are a huge safety factor when it comes to fire escape routes. An egress window not only legally allows you to call the room an extra bedroom, but it can mean the difference between escaping a fire or emergency - or not. 

Your Leading Kansas City Foundation Repair Company Can Also Do Floor Coatings

If you’re looking for a design element that can be done alongside your crack sealing and egress windows, the next service our home foundation repair company can tackle is floor coating, using an elegant, state-of-the-art polyaspartic coating.

PierMagic’s process is 10x more durable than epoxy, which is one of the traditional methods. Our process has progressed and become quicker-drying and far more appealing than regular epoxy coating. With over 100 color and flake combinations,  Kansas City homeowners can customize our floor coating as a long-lasting solution for a finished basement. You can even visualize your floor coating on our website to make specific design decisions with your remodeling contractor, and we’re always happy to partner with the rest of your team to add our touch to your basement project. 

Now you don’t need to worry about a concrete floor that’s chipping and cracking, and you can confidently design your work-out room, laundry room, entertainment den, or whatever else you imagine for this space. One differentiating factor between PierMagic and other floor coating companies is our ability to repair, lift, and replace blemish concrete areas before installing the coatings. Any living space can be transformed with our signature floor coatings, and - like our other services - can be done any time of year, busting the misconception that certain jobs are only for the spring or summer.

Choose PierMagic for Your Kansas City Foundation Repair Project This Winter

From polyjacking, to post and pier foundation repair, to our expertise with repairing finished basements for excellent returns on investment, PierMagic has you covered.

Our concrete foundation repair experts can take care of crack sealing, egress windows, floor coating, and more. There’s a reason why we’re the leading Kansas City home foundation repair specialists, and we want to share our expertise with you. 

Remember, we offer free estimates to make an assessment of what your home needs to be safe, protective, and valuable for the long haul. Additionally, we offer financing - including small monthly payments - to ensure that all homeowners have access to our outstanding services.

Get your basement project started today by calling (816) 765-4800. You can also send us a message online to request a free estimate. We look forward to serving you this winter, and any time you need us.