Start with conditions, not a product
Because Jacksonville sits flat and close to the New River estuary, structural work here rarely stands alone -- regrading, gutter routing, and French drains usually have to be part of the same plan or the repair just gets wet again.
Build a complete scope
- What was measured and whether groundwater at this elevation is a factor
- Whether sandy soil has been carried out from beneath a footing or slab
- Whether past storm flooding on the parcel bears on the diagnosis
- The repair proposed and what was ruled out before selecting it
- Access, restoration of finishes and grade, and the warranty in writing
Jacksonville structural and drainage context
Sandy soil with a high water table means drainage decisions near Jacksonville affect the structure as much as the structure affects drainage, so the two get planned together here rather than treated as separate scopes.