what areas do not have foundation problems in San Antonio?
what areas do not have foundation problems in San Antonio? I heard along the I-35 has alot of foundation issues. where are there little no foundation problems in San Antonio. northside has less? Does Boerne have a lot of foundation issues too?
Hi Frank!
I specialize in the Northwest side of San Antonio. I have some rentals along Kyle Seale and 1604 and Bandera and 1604. It is suuuuuper rocky out here, so that means there is minimal risk of foundation shifting. I talked to a foundation specialist once to come check out some cracks, which were entirely cosmetic, and he said he has NEVER had to repair anything on this side of town due to the rocky terrain.
This side of town is a little pricey though.
Hope this helps (:
Hi Frank,
Foundation work is so common here that I often tell people it's a "when not if" for this city. A lot of the central city sub-markets are older homes on pier and beam systems. This can be shimmed relatively easily over time (in theory). You'll see slabs further to the outer rings of town, such as @Sherylyn Holden referred to. Slab is a different process altogether to address issues with and we have many companies here that specialize in that; just be careful they don't talk you into their highest end offerings.
You'll see those two systems here, mainly. Sometimes you'll see a continuous beam system, which I've been told by a great inspector is really ideal.
It's not uncommon for homes here to move due to our dry and wet periods of weather. You're starting out the right way by educating yourself, next you'll want to: make sure you do your due diligence during any inspections/option periods & find yourself a good foundation expert to consult (PM me in case you need that). Lastly, I'd always budget to have proper water channeling figured into any property you do ultimately buy.
Good luck!
you might need to find a new city lol
Foundation issues can occur in any area, but some areas may be more prone to them than others due to soil type, weather patterns, and other factors. It's important to have a thorough inspection of any property you are considering purchasing to assess the condition of the foundation.
That being said, there are some areas in San Antonio that may have less foundation problems than others. The north side of San Antonio is generally considered to have a higher elevation and drier soil, which may be less prone to foundation issues. Additionally, some newer developments in the city may have been built with better foundation construction techniques and materials, which could reduce the likelihood of issues.
As for Boerne, it is located in the same general area as San Antonio and may also have similar issues with foundation problems. Again, it's important to have a thorough inspection done on any property you are considering to assess the condition of the foundation.
It may be helpful to work with a local real estate agent or foundation specialist who has experience in the San Antonio area to gain more specific insights and recommendations.