Movement & settlement
Signs of foundation movement and settlement within the building.
INDEPENDENT STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING EVALUATION
Received a major foundation repair proposal? Before committing to piers, underpinning, lifting, leveling, or other significant structural work, get an independent engineering evaluation from Everest BCG.
Our PHD-led evaluation reviews the conditions of your property alongside the proposed repair scope, giving you clear engineering findings before you decide how to move forward.
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Received a major foundation repair proposal? Before committing to the work, get an independent structural evaluation from Everest Building Consulting Group.
You may be looking at a detailed estimate, a diagram of proposed piers, or a recommendation to lift or stabilize your home. The scope can feel overwhelming—especially when the proposed work comes with a significant price tag.
You do not have to interpret that recommendation on your own. An independent engineering evaluation can help you understand the observed conditions and how the proposed repairs relate to them.
Before spending tens of thousands of dollars on foundation repairs, it may be worth having the recommendation independently evaluated.
Visible symptoms do not always explain the cause or the right repair. A second opinion helps you understand the basis for the recommendation before signing.
A repair estimate describes the work and price. An independent foundation inspection examines the structure and the engineering basis for that work.
| Foundation Repair Company | Everest BCG |
|---|---|
| Evaluates the foundation | Evaluates the foundation |
| May recommend a repair system | Provides engineering findings |
| Performs or sells repairs | Does not perform repairs |
| Revenue may include repair work | Charges for the professional engineering evaluation |
Everest’s role is to evaluate the structure and provide clear, evidence-based findings. Those findings may support the proposed repair, raise questions about its scope, recommend further investigation, or lead to different recommendations. The outcome follows the evidence.
Your proposal guides the questions we investigate. Depending on the property, access, and agreed scope, we review:
Signs of foundation movement and settlement within the building.
Crack locations and patterns in foundations, walls, and accessible areas.
Visible damage or deformation that may indicate structural concerns.
Sloping or uneven areas related to your concerns.
Changes in alignment or operation that may relate to movement.
Accessible evidence and documentation of previous foundation repairs.
Visible site and drainage conditions relevant to the investigation.
Whether findings support the proposed repair locations and extent.
Other structural concerns identified during the evaluation.
Share the foundation repair proposal, inspection report, repair layout, photos, or other documents you already have.
Everest performs a PHD-Led structural evaluation focused on the reported concerns, observed conditions, and proposed repair scope.
Receive written engineering findings and recommendations to help determine your next step before committing to the repair.
Include your property address, when you first noticed the concerns, and any contract or transaction deadlines. If you have competing proposals, share each version.
Start with what you have; the team can coordinate document review after your request.
Understand what the findings indicate, whether they support the proposed repairs, and what needs attention before you commit. Your written report provides a basis for discussing next steps with your contractor.
Typical report turnaround: 2–3 weeks
Confirm the scope, fee, and expected delivery date with Everest for your property.
Structural Practice Leader
Dr. Yasir Al-Lebban is a multi-state licensed Professional Engineer with a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from the University of Central Florida. His experience includes residential, commercial, and specialty structures throughout Florida and the southeastern United States.
His work brings together structural engineering, forensic investigations, and building-code compliance, including the evaluation of foundation movement and structural damage. That investigative background supports Everest’s focus on understanding the conditions behind a repair recommendation.
Consider one if a substantial repair proposal leaves you uncertain about the work or its scope. A structural engineer’s foundation evaluation can help you decide how to proceed.
Yes. Foundation repair proposal review is part of the evaluation. Share the estimate, repair layout, and supporting inspection findings.
No. Everest does not sell or perform foundation repairs. You pay for the professional evaluation and written report.
Evaluations and written reports start at $1,500. Share your property details and proposal to confirm the scope and fee.
Typical report turnaround is 2–3 weeks. Share your deadlines when requesting the evaluation and confirm the expected delivery date with the team.
The report will explain the basis for recommending repairs so you can discuss the next steps with your contractor. A second opinion does not guarantee a change to the original recommendation.
Yes. Send the documents you already have, including previous engineering reports. Let the team know what is available when you submit your request.
Bring your proposal to Everest for an independent engineering opinion before deciding how to move forward.
Starting at $1,500 | Typical 2–3 week turnaround