Slab issues. Mud jacking? Piers? Something else?

[fred d]

I know there's a lot of experience and knowledge on this board so I thought I would bring this question here.

My house is having some foundation issues it's 1800 square-foot house built in the early 70s on a concrete slab. With the recent drought times we have developed cracks in the walls, and doors out of adjustment. I had an estimate a while back to have a foundation leveled by a local, reputable repair facility.
The estimate was outrageous 30k plus
Recently had a 2nd estimate 15k plus
Both of these are pier systems. I have heard of mud jacking, but not familiar with the process, or the longevity of the repairs.

The real problem is this.
The house is a bit embarrassing with the cracks in the Walls and doors out of wack. But we live on a very busy(5 lane) road, and when the house sells it will most likely be sold commercial and the house torn down so any investment on the slab is not going to help retain the value when sold

Anyone here in the business?

Suggestions and comments

Thanks

 

[barks]

Sure, AlliedFoundations, 281-479-5247. For all the hype, it's still brute force lifting, then piers, to make slab mostly flat (and level).

 

[Boyd]

If you plan on selling soon, why not consult a real estate agent? They can give you an idea as to the value of the property and whether or not foundation repairs will make financial sense.

 

[BlackTalon]

Pier system, mud jacking or both?

Mud jacking will not typically fix a foundation issues, unless it is to correct settlement and the settlement has stopped.

 

[TOOL_MONGER]

I don't have any first hand experience with it, but we had a company come in to do some foundation stabilization. They injected foam... they can also lift with it. I'm going to look into it for my own residence as it has settled. im sure its as much or more as traditional methods but worth mentioning