Jacksonville's mix of homes
Neighborhoods close to the historic downtown and the railroad include many older homes on pier and beam foundations, some with brick piers. These often need re-shimming, new piers and rot repair. Post-war and later neighborhoods farther out are mostly slabs, where settlement shows as brick and drywall cracking.
The hills around Jacksonville include iron-rich red soils and areas of heavier clay. Lots on hillsides, common on the approaches to Lake Jacksonville southwest of town, tend to have the same runoff and fill issues seen across the region.
Lake Jacksonville homes
Homes around Lake Jacksonville are frequently on sloped, wooded lots, and some are raised. Inspections should look at drainage on the uphill side, retaining walls and moisture under raised floors.
Before agreeing to any scope, it helps to understand pricing. Our foundation repair cost guide applies to Cherokee County too, with travel distance as one more factor.
Frequently asked questions
Do Tyler-area crews work in Jacksonville?
Many do, and Jacksonville also has its own local contractors. We can route your request to crews that cover Cherokee County.
Are older Jacksonville homes worth repairing?
Older pier and beam homes are often very repairable; the cost depends on the condition of piers, beams and sills.