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Brackett Foundation Repair’s History

Eric L. Brackett is the founder of the most experienced foundation repair business in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill area. Founding his first company in 1972, his team’s expertise in foundation repair led to the founding of a second related company, Brackett Foundation Support Systems. And again in 2011, to align the business name with the business focus, a sister company, Brackett Foundation Repair was formed. Continue reading

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How to Choose a Foundation Repair Contractor

Brackett Foundation Repair lists many sites where you can look up foundation repair contractors and then gives 11 reasons why you’ll want to call Brackett for your foundation repair quote. Continue reading

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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Foundation Repairs?

Homeowners insurance usually does not cover damage to a home from settlement. New construction may have a warranty, either the standard one year warranty, or an extended one, that might cover damage due to settlement. Individual provisions vary. Check your warranty documentation. Continue reading

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How Soon Do I Need to Do Something about the Foundation Crack I Found?

When you find a crack in your foundation, it’s to your advantage to call right away and get a professional opinion. If there’s nothing to worry about, you can have us mark the crack to monitor future movement, and then you have peace of mind, and to-do to look at it a year down the road. If there is something to be concerned about, you can be informed and begin to make plans. Be pro-active – call for a professional opinion today. Continue reading

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You’ve Found a Crack in Your House, Now You’ve Got Questions

When you first see a crack in your house, whether an inside wall or the foundation, it can be shocking. Many questions come up. How bad is it? Can it be repaired? How much will it cost? We recommend calling a couple of foundation repair contractors today to learn about the problem and the solution. Knowing more about it, and with estimates in hand, your next steps will be much clearer. Continue reading

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