Chattanooga, TN Contractors and Natural Disasters

[Tom Saysithideth]

Hi BP,

What contractor recommendations do you all have for the Chattanooga, TN area? I am searching for a few bids on a property. If anyone has specific experience with uneven floors or sagging foundation even better. 

On a side note, are there any frequent natural disasters that are prevalent in this area? I see flooding areas commonly mentioned.

Thank you,

Tom

[Brian Levredge]

@Tom Saysithideth, 

AFS might be an option for you, though they are pricey.  They specialize in foundation repair, stabilization, etc.  

Biggest thing to look out for in Chattanooga is flooding or water intrusion (we're in a river valley) and avg 55" of rain per year.  Somewhat related is tree damage from rain or wind.  Last is tornados.  We usually get a bad one(s) here about every ten years that do extensive damage.  We are at elevation somewhat and surrounded by mountains.  So it's generally hard for tornados to get in, but once they do it's hard for them to get out so they keep bouncing around.  We had an F3 hit the East Brainerd area in April 2020 and it wreaked havoc.