Local Expertise Foundation Repair and Waterproofing for Indianola's Older Homes
Indianola is a close-knit community of about 16000 in Warren County. The homes here may not number in the tens of thousands, but they sit on the same aggressive clay soil that affects the entire Des Moines region — and they face the same foundation and waterproofing challenges as any home in the metro.
The housing stock in Indianola dates primarily to the Mix of historic college-area homes (Simpson College) and a wave of 1970s-90s suburban growth.. Most homes sit on poured concrete basement and concrete block basement and crawlspace foundations — construction methods that were standard for the era but weren't designed to handle the soil movement we now understand. Freeze-thaw cycles are particularly aggressive in Indianola's clay soil. Lateral pressure from moisture-laden earth frequently causes wall cracks and uneven floors in mid-century homes. When the damage shows, homeowners here need level sinking floors.
High-point in Warren County; terrain is hilly with clay-heavy topsoil. The rolling terrain means water runs downhill and collects against foundations in low-lying areas, while homes on slopes face lateral soil pressure on their downhill walls. For many homes, drain tile installed at the footing for full coverage is the first step. JLB provides 5 specialized services to Indianola homeowners, each engineered for the conditions we see in Warren County. Every repair starts with a free estimate.
