Planning a foundation repair project in Fort Collins? This comprehensive person checklist covers everything you need to know before, during, and after your project. Print it out, check off each item as you go, and use it to stay organized throughout the process. A well-planned project is a successful project — and this checklist helps you avoid the most common mistakes Fort Collins people make when undertaking foundation repair work.
Whether you are comparing provider quotes, preparing your property, or managing the work in progress, these steps will guide you through every phase. We have compiled this checklist based on feedback from hundreds of Fort Collins people and input from our network of foundation repair professionals. Each item represents a real lesson learned from actual projects in the Fort Collins area.
Use this checklist to plan a foundation repair from diagnosis and engineering through hiring and post-repair monitoring.
Diagnosis and Planning
☐ Note all cracks: location, width, and whether they change over time
☐ Check for doors that stick and floors that slope
☐ Look for water pooling or poor drainage near the foundation
☐ Install crack monitors or mark cracks to track movement over several months
☐ Get an independent structural engineer report before contacting contractors
☐ Determine whether the settlement is active or old and stable
☐ Ask the engineer whether piers, slabjacking, or crack repair fits your case
☐ Get at least three repair quotes based on the same engineer report
☐ Check whether the repair requires a permit
☐ Ask your insurer whether any of the damage is covered by your policy
Contractor Verification
☐ Verify the contractor license and insurance with the licensing board
☐ Ask for references from repairs completed two or more years ago and visit one
☐ Confirm the quote lists pier type, depth, and number of piers
☐ Ask who will be on site and who supervises the work
☐ Confirm the warranty is transferable and get it in writing
☐ Ask how interior damage such as drywall and floors will be handled
☐ Confirm utility lines are located before any drilling
☐ Ask for pier installation logs or depth records after the job
☐ Get the timeline and cleanup terms in writing
☐ Confirm the crew protects landscaping and hardscape during the work
During and After Repair
☐ Verify piers are installed to the engineered depth and load
☐ Watch that the repair follows the engineer drawing
☐ Confirm level readings are taken before and after the repair
☐ Check that cracks are injected or monitored per the report
☐ Verify backfill is compacted and the site is restored
☐ Ensure drainage improvements such as grading and gutters are completed
☐ Keep the crack monitor readings to verify the repair holds
☐ Re-check doors and windows for alignment after the work
☐ Schedule the annual re-inspection if the warranty requires it
☐ Keep the engineer report, pier logs, and warranty certificate on file
Ready to Get Started?
You have done your research and reviewed the checklist. Now it is time to find the right foundation repair professional for your project. Our matching service connects you with qualified licensed foundation repair pros in Fort Collins within one business day — completely free, with no obligation.
Each pro has been verified for CO licensing, proper insurance coverage, and positive customer references. You receive their quotes, compare them side by side, and choose the best fit for your project and budget. There is never any pressure and never any cost to you. Call (970) 334-2540 or request your free matching online.