Start with conditions, not a product
Cracks and sticking doors are clues, not diagnoses. Soil moisture, grading, drainage, framing, and foundation type need to be considered together.
Build a complete scope
- Existing conditions and likely cause
- Preparation and protection
- Materials, compatibility, and installation details
- Permits, testing, cleanup, and restoration
- Exclusions, warranty terms, and change-order process
Fayetteville context
Fayetteville has historic neighborhoods, military-era housing, postwar ranches, newer subdivisions, and rural-edge properties. Sandy soils can drain quickly at the surface yet still produce erosion and settlement concerns, while humid storms and crawlspaces keep moisture management important.