Introduction: Supporting Your Homeโs Structure
In many New Hampshire homes, especially older properties in towns like Exeter, Kingston, Hampton, Dover, Stratham, Portsmouth, and Brentwood, support beams and posts may deteriorate over time due to moisture, wood rot, or foundation settling. Lally columns โ steel posts filled with concrete โ provide essential structural support for floors and beams.
If your home needs additional support, one of the first questions homeowners ask is: How much does it cost to install a lally column?
Average Cost of Lally Column Installation
- Standard Installation: Most installations cost around $1,500 per lally column.
- Factors That Could Affect Cost:
- Number of columns needed: Larger homes or those with more extensive sagging beams will require multiple columns.
- Accessibility: Tight basements, finished floors, or obstacles can increase labor costs.
- Beam or foundation repairs: If the existing beam or footing needs reinforcement, this may increase the price.
- New England-specific conditions: Homes in Exeter, Kingston, Hampton, Dover, Stratham, Portsmouth, Plaistow, Seabrook, Brentwood, and Haverhill (MA) may experience seasonal frost heaves or shifting soils, which can require additional stabilization.
Why Professional Installation Matters
- Ensures the column is properly seated on a stable footing.
- Correctly aligns with beams to prevent sagging or uneven support.
- Prevents future structural damage caused by poorly installed or DIY columns.
- Protects your investment in the home by maintaining structural integrity.
DIY installation or shortcuts can lead to uneven floors, continued sagging, or even safety hazards, which often cost far more to repair than professional installation from the start.
Closing / Call to Action
Installing a lally column is an investment in your homeโs structural stability. Most columns cost around $1,500 each, but the exact cost depends on your homeโs specific needs, access, and number of supports required.
At 603 Basement Solutions in East Kingston, NH, we provide professional lally column installation, beam support solutions, and long-term structural stability for homes in Exeter, Kingston, Hampton, Dover, Stratham, Portsmouth, Plaistow, Seabrook, Brentwood, and Haverhill (MA).
๐ Contact us today for a custom assessment and quote to reinforce your home safely and professionally.
