Irving Foundation Repair Pros connects homeowners who need foundation repair in Bedford, TX with an independent local foundation company. Bedford is a northeast Tarrant County city in the Mid-Cities between Dallas and Fort Worth, with 49,928 residents at the 2020 census, and is part of the Hurst-Euless-Bedford school district.
Established Neighborhoods, Mature Trees
Bedford is an established suburb, and in established neighborhoods mature trees often stand close to houses. Shade is welcome in a Texas summer, but large trees close to a house can pull moisture from the clay under the slab. When that soil shrinks, the corner of the house closest to the tree often drops first.
Signs of Foundation Movement
- Sticking doors and windows, especially on one side of the house
- Diagonal cracks in drywall above doors
- Brick cracking in a stair-step pattern
- Cracked tile or a floor that dips toward a corner
Repair Options
Slab houses are usually repaired with pressed concrete piers or steel piers and then lifted toward level. Where a tree is part of the problem, a root barrier can protect the repair. Older pier and beam houses need shims, piers and sometimes wood repair from the crawl space.
Questions to Ask
- What caused the movement, and does the plan address it?
- Is the tree near the house a problem, and can it stay?
- Will you test the plumbing before or after lifting?
- Does the City of Bedford require a permit for this repair?
Start by noting which doors stick and when, so the inspector can match the pattern to the readings.
Common questions
Should I remove the big tree next to my house?
Not necessarily. A root barrier and steady watering may protect the foundation while the tree stays. Ask the inspector, and consider an arborist's opinion if the tree is valuable to you.
How long does a typical repair take?
Many slab repairs take a few days on site once scheduled. The company can give you a timeline after the inspection.
Is the inspection free?
Sending a request here is free. Many foundation companies advertise free inspections; ask the company that calls you.
Do I need a permit for foundation repair in Bedford?
Permit rules vary by city and by the type of work. Ask the contractor whether a permit is needed for your repair and who will pull it, and confirm with the City of Bedford if you are unsure.