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Is foundation repair actually worth it?

40 people answered this on the record, across 11 organisations. The change they described most often was clearer systems and processes — 8 of 40 raised it unprompted. 6 described more clients, leads or patients. The timeframe described most often was over a year. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.

Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-06-04. Updated as new interviews arrive.

Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.

What the answers had in common

Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.

Outcomes described by people answering: Is foundation repair actually worth it?
What changedInterviewsShare
Better systems8 of 4020%
More clients6 of 4015%
Felt supported5 of 4013%
More energy5 of 4013%
Mobility4 of 4010%
Revenue growth4 of 4010%
  • And as I said, Andy sat me down, he explained the process, that it's actually much better.Hubert Garvey
  • The customers, the buyer or the tenant, they'd like to see the foundation issue's been fixed properly and then signed off by a professional engineer.Sukhu George
  • Or the possibility of something developed more recently that we'd heard about, is injection technology, resin technology, to stabilize the building from in front, which is where the problems lie.Daniel Morgan
  • I also felt like I had a lot more energy almost immediately after in the hospital, which was wild to me.Kathryn Juneau

How long it took them

  • 2 – 6 months · 1
  • Over a year · 2

The interviews behind this answer

What they doubted first

  • According to Hubert Garvey, the Geobear solution was significantly more affordable, costing in the region of one-third of what a traditional method would have cost. He found it to be a better solution that was also less invasive to his property.Hubert Garvey
  • Sukhu George notes that when investing $200,000 to $300,000, it is worth spending the money to ensure the job is done correctly the first time. He emphasizes that a PE stamp changes the perspective of buyers and tenants during a sale or lease.Sukhu George
  • I have zero hesitation to recommend it to everybody who's ever debating it because you deserve to feel your best and I truly do and it has given me a confidence that I don't think I've ever had.Hannah Kissick

Follow-up questions they answered

Is Geobear more expensive than traditional concrete underpinning?
According to Hubert Garvey, the Geobear solution was significantly more affordable, costing in the region of one-third of what a traditional method would have cost. He found it to be a better solution that was also less invasive to his property. — Hubert Garvey
How long does the Geobear foundation repair process take?
The on-site work is extremely efficient; Hubert Garvey reported that the crew arrived at 8:00 AM and the entire job was completed with the team headed home by 4:30 PM the same day. — Hubert Garvey
What preparation is needed for Geobear geopolymer injection?
Hubert Garvey noted that foundations had to be exposed beforehand to ensure the crew could access the area and, crucially, to avoid puncturing any water or utility lines during the injection process. — Hubert Garvey
Is it worth the cost to hire a professional engineer for a foundation issue?
Sukhu George notes that when investing $200,000 to $300,000, it is worth spending the money to ensure the job is done correctly the first time. He emphasizes that a PE stamp changes the perspective of buyers and tenants during a sale or lease. — Sukhu George
How does an engineering analysis differ from a standard home inspection?
According to Sukhu, most home inspectors 'eyeball' projects and provide guesstimates. In contrast, Mathew Joseph provides a highly analytical, data-driven analysis that gives the investor confidence before spending significant capital. — Sukhu George
Can RSH Engineering help with city code compliance?
Yes, Sukhu George confirms that Mathew Joseph provided a full analysis of what his property needed to get it up to city code and managed everything from the engineering side to the actual fixing of the foundation. — Sukhu George

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