How much does it cost to fix water problem in basement?

For water concerns, the cost to fix it depends on the issue. If it’s just a problematic downspout, it could be as low as $100. But to put in an entire drainage system because water is coming up from the basement, you could be looking at $10,000 depending on the size of the basement.

When does a contractor run with your deposit?

Answered by LCD: You don’t say what make you think he has run with your deposit – many contractors take a deposit and don’t start work for a month or more, especially if custom cabients or countertop or such have to be ordered and delivered, and most like to book work 2 or more months in advance so maintain a steady workflow.

What causes a ring of dampness in a basement?

Capillary suction moves moisture through porous materials. The water can be drawn upward through small pores in the concrete footing and slab and laterally through walls. This effect creates the ring of dampness seen at the base of many basement walls.

What causes a crack in the basement wall?

Basement walls crack for several reasons, and some are more severe than others. Horizontal cracks are the most severe and are found parallel to the ground. They are caused by lateral pressure from the surrounding soil and can cause the basement wall to bow out.

What do you call a fund for wronged contractors?

Many states stockpile funds to compensate people who’ve been wronged by licensed contractors. States call their contractor kitties different things — construction recovery fund, contractor guaranty fund, construction industries fund — to name a few. I call it a coup for consumers.

For water concerns, the cost to fix it depends on the issue. If it’s just a problematic downspout, it could be as low as $100. But to put in an entire drainage system because water is coming up from the basement, you could be looking at $10,000 depending on the size of the basement.

What to do if you have a bad construction contract?

(Good luck!) Mediators and arbitrators look to the contract for guidance. If you have a badly written one, you may be out of luck in mediation. Hire a construction attorney who knows the ins and outs of state statutes and can find weaknesses in the contract. Unlike Better Business Bureau hearings, the contractor can’t opt out of a lawsuit.

When to find out if your home has a construction defect?

For example, only in winter might you discover that water seeps into the basement or around window frames, that the landscaping was badly graded and leads to mudslides, or that your home has a mold problem. And guess what: Your homeowners’ insurance policy probably doesn’t cover construction defects.