A solid foundation is essential for the structural integrity and safety of any home. If you're facing foundation issues, it's necessary to address them promptly to avoid further damage. At Xpert Foundation Repair, we are professionals in home foundation repair, foundation leveling services, pier and beam structural repair, and under slab tunneling. Our experienced team in San Antonio, TX, offers expert solutions to ensure your home remains safe and structurally sound.
◉ Signs You Need Foundation Repair
Homeowners may not always realize when their foundation is compromised. Here are some common signs that suggest your home may require professional repair services:
➤ Cracks in walls and ceilings :– If you notice stair-step cracks, it may point to foundation movement.
➤ Sloping or sagging floors :– Irregular floors often occur due to shifting structural integrity.
➤ Doors and windows that won’t close properly :– Problems opening or closing doors and windows is a sign of foundation shift.
➤ Misaligned door and window frames :– These openings occur when the foundation shifts, causing structural distortion.
➤ Moisture issues near the base of your home – Excess water buildup can lead to foundation weakening.
If you notice any of these warning signs, it’s best to contact professionals like Xpert Foundation Repair for an assessment.
◉ How We Fix Your Foundation
Our home foundation repair techniques are designed for identifying and resolving hidden structural problems. Whether it's due to soil movement, water damage, or age-related deterioration, we provide tailored solutions to strengthen the durability of your home’s foundation.
Some common techniques are:
➤ Slab foundation repairs :– If your home is built on a slab foundation, we repair fractures, sinking zones, and shifting slabs.
➤ Pier installation :– We use steel or concrete piers to stabilize and level the foundation, preventing further damage.
➤ Strengthening the ground beneath your home :– Expansive soils can lead to foundation movement. Our ground reinforcement techniques support structural integrity.
◉ Restoring Even Floors
Due to various factors, foundation settlement can result in misaligned structures and problems. Precision leveling for your foundation is a process that restores your foundation to its proper height and secures structural integrity.
Our foundation correction techniques feature:
➤ Concrete lifting with mudjacking :– This process involves pumping a slurry beneath the slab to lift and reinforce the foundation.
➤ Using piers for stability :– We use adjustable or push piers to support foundations affected by soil instability.
➤ Shimming for pier & beam foundations :– This technique fixes foundation misalignment by reinforcing joists beneath the home.
◉ Pier & Beam Foundation Repair
Many properties as well as some newer properties feature pier and beam structural systems. While these structures offer flexibility, they can develop wood rot, shifting, and sagging floors.
Common pier & beam issues:
➤ Deteriorating wooden beams :– Moisture exposure can compromise the home foundation leveling lumber support beams.
➤ Shifting piers :– Changes in soil conditions may lead to piers shifting.
➤ Weak or flexing flooring :– Aging beams can result in floor movement.
Our pier & beam foundation repair offer strengthening or swapping wooden beams, placing additional piers, and ensuring proper drainage to stop water issues.