A solid foundation is crucial for the stability and safety of any home. If you're dealing with foundation problems, it's important to fix them as soon as possible to avoid further structural issues. At Xpert Foundation Repair, we specialize in residential foundation repair, foundation leveling services, pier & beam foundation repair, and under slab tunneling. Our skilled team in San Antonio, TX, offers high-quality services to make sure your home remains safe and stable.
◉ Signs You Need Foundation Repair
Property owners may not always recognize when their foundation is compromised. Here are some common indicators that signal your home may require professional attention:
➤ Cracks in walls and ceilings :– If you spot diagonal cracks, it may indicate foundation movement.
➤ Sloping or sagging floors :– Tilted floors often result from shifting foundation support.
➤ Sticking doors and windows :– Difficulty opening or closing doors and windows is a sign of foundation shift.
➤ Misaligned door and window frames :– These spaces appear when the foundation settles, causing structural distortion.
➤ Moisture issues near the base of your home – Poor drainage can lead to foundation shifting.
If you observe any of these red flags, it’s best to reach out to professionals like Xpert Foundation Repair for an inspection.
◉ Expert Foundation Repair Methods
Our foundation restoration services help with identifying and addressing underlying structural issues. Whether it's due to ground shifting, moisture problems, home foundation leveling or general wear and tear, we deliver customized solutions to restore the durability of your home’s foundation.
Some effective techniques include:
➤ Slab foundation repairs :– If your home is built on a slab foundation, we address fractures, sinking areas, and unsteady structures.
➤ Stabilizing your foundation with piers :– We use reinforced steel or concrete piers to support and lift the foundation, halting further damage.
➤ Soil stabilization :– Unstable earth can cause foundation movement. Our ground reinforcement techniques ensure stability.
◉ Restoring Even Floors
Over time, foundation shifting can result in uneven floors and problems. Precision leveling for your foundation is a process that restores your foundation to its proper height and maintains stability.
Our approaches to leveling feature:
➤ Concrete lifting with mudjacking :– This process utilizes injecting a concrete mixture beneath the slab to raise and reinforce the foundation.
➤ Using piers for stability :– We use adjustable or hydraulic piers to lift foundations impacted by soil shifting.
➤ Adjusting pier & beam supports :– This technique repairs foundation misalignment by modifying support beams beneath the home.
◉ Pier & Beam Foundation Repair
Many properties as well as some modern constructions utilize pier and beam structural systems. While these structures offer stability, they can develop moisture decay, movement, and structural dips.
Problems with pier & beam foundations:
➤ Deteriorating wooden beams :– Humidity can weaken the wooden joists.
➤ Unstable foundation piers :– Erosion may cause piers shifting.
➤ Weak or flexing flooring :– Insufficient support can result in floor movement.
Our pier & beam foundation repair include securing or swapping wooden beams, placing additional piers, and ensuring proper drainage to reduce moisture-related damage.