A solid foundation is vital for the stability and safety of any home. If you're experiencing foundation issues, it's necessary to address them promptly to prevent further damage. At Xpert Foundation Repair, we specialize in residential foundation repair, foundation leveling services, pier and beam structural repair, and under slab tunneling. Our professional team in San Antonio, TX, delivers high-quality solutions to ensure your home remains secure and structurally sound.
◉ How to Identify Foundation Issues
Residents may not always recognize when their foundation is damaged. Here are some common symptoms that indicate your home may need professional repair services:
➤ Wall and ceiling cracks :– If you see diagonal cracks, it may point to foundation movement.
➤ Uneven floors :– Tilted floors often occur due to shifting structural integrity.
➤ Sticking doors and windows :– Struggles shutting or adjusting doors and windows is a sign of structural movement.
➤ Misaligned door and window frames :– These spaces appear when the foundation shifts, causing structural distortion.
➤ Moisture issues near the base of your home – Standing water can result in foundation weakening.
If you experience any of these symptoms, it’s best to reach out to professionals like Xpert Foundation Repair for an evaluation.
◉ Home Foundation Repair Solutions
Our foundation restoration techniques help with identifying and resolving root structural problems. Whether it's due to ground shifting, water damage, or general wear and tear, we provide customized fixes to strengthen the stability of your home’s foundation.
Some widely used repair methods include:
➤ Fixing cracked or sinking slabs :– If your home is features a slab foundation, we correct fractures, sinking zones, and unsteady structures.
➤ Stabilizing your foundation with piers :– We use strong or durable piers to support and elevate the foundation, stopping further damage.
➤ Soil stabilization :– Expansive soils can result in foundation movement. Our soil stabilization techniques ensure structural integrity.
◉ Restoring Even Floors
Due to various factors, foundation movement can result in uneven floors and problems. Precision leveling for your foundation is a process that corrects your foundation to its proper height and secures stability.
Our leveling methods include:
➤ Mudjacking :– This process requires pumping a grout beneath the slab to raise and secure the foundation.
➤ Piering systems :– We use under slab tunneling screw-in or push piers to lift foundations suffering from soil instability.
➤ Shimming for pier & beam foundations :– This technique repairs uneven floors by adjusting support beams beneath the home.
◉ Fixing Pier and Beam Foundations
Older homes and some newer properties utilize pier & beam foundation. While these foundations provide access, they can develop wood rot, shifting, and sagging floors.
Problems with pier & beam foundations:
➤ Rotting wood supports :– Moisture exposure can compromise the lumber joists.
➤ Unstable foundation piers :– Erosion may result in piers shifting.
➤ Sagging or bouncing floors :– Structural wear can result in a bouncy or sagging floor.
Our expert pier & beam solutions feature securing or replacing wooden beams, placing additional piers, and ensuring proper water management to prevent moisture-related damage.