A solid foundation is vital for the stability and safety of any home. If you're dealing with foundation issues, it's critical to fix them quickly to prevent further damage. At Xpert Foundation Repair, we offer expert services in residential foundation repair, home foundation leveling, pier and beam structural repair, and under slab tunneling. Our experienced team in San Antonio, TX, delivers high-quality solutions to make sure your home stays secure and structurally sound.
◉ Common Signs of Foundation Problems
Property owners may not always realize when their foundation is unstable. Here are some warning signs that suggest your home may need professional repair services:
➤ Cracks in walls and ceilings :– If you see stair-step cracks, it may indicate foundation movement.
➤ Sloping or sagging floors :– Warped floors often happen because of shifting structural integrity.
➤ Doors and windows that won’t close properly :– Struggles opening or closing doors and windows is a sign of structural movement.
➤ Misaligned door and window frames :– These spaces occur when the foundation moves, causing structural distortion.
➤ Water pooling around the foundation – Excess water buildup can lead to foundation settlement.
If you experience any of these warning signs, it’s best to reach out to professionals like Xpert Foundation Repair for an inspection.
◉ Expert Foundation Repair Methods
Our home foundation repair solutions focus on identifying and addressing hidden structural issues. Whether it's due to ground shifting, moisture problems, or age-related deterioration, we provide tailored fixes to restore the stability of your home’s foundation.
Some effective repair methods are:
➤ Fixing cracked or sinking slabs :– If your home is built on a under slab tunneling slab foundation, we address cracks, sinking sections, and unsteady structures.
➤ Stabilizing your foundation with piers :– We use strong or concrete piers to reinforce and elevate the foundation, preventing further deterioration.
➤ Strengthening the ground beneath your home :– Expansive soils can cause foundation movement. Our soil stabilization techniques ensure structural integrity.
◉ Home Foundation Leveling
Due to various factors, foundation movement can cause uneven floors and problems. Precision leveling for your foundation is a process that corrects your foundation to its proper height and maintains structural integrity.
Our foundation correction techniques include:
➤ Mudjacking :– This process utilizes applying a slurry beneath the slab to lift and secure the foundation.
➤ Piering systems :– We use helical or hydraulic piers to lift foundations suffering from soil shifting.
➤ Adjusting pier & beam supports :– This technique corrects foundation misalignment by adjusting support beams beneath the home.
◉ Fixing Pier and Beam Foundations
Certain houses as well as some newer properties utilize pier and beam structural systems. While these foundations offer access, they can suffer from moisture decay, movement, and sagging floors.
Signs of pier & beam damage:
➤ Rotting wood supports :– Moisture exposure can compromise the wooden support beams.
➤ Shifting piers :– Changes in soil conditions may cause foundation instability.
➤ Sagging or bouncing floors :– Insufficient support can cause a bouncy or sagging floor.
Our expert pier & beam solutions include securing or swapping wooden beams, adding additional piers, and improving proper drainage to prevent moisture-related damage.