A solid foundation is vital for the stability and safety of any home. If you're facing foundation issues, it's necessary to address them as soon as possible to prevent further damage. At Xpert Foundation Repair, we are professionals in home foundation repair, home foundation leveling, pier and beam structural repair, and sub-slab tunneling services. Our professional team in San Antonio, TX, offers high-quality solutions to ensure your home remains secure and stable.
◉ Common Signs of Foundation Problems
Property owners may not always be aware when their foundation is damaged. Here are some common symptoms that indicate your home may require professional attention:
➤ Wall and ceiling cracks :– If you see diagonal cracks, it may point to foundation movement.
➤ Uneven 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 clue of structural movement.
➤ Misaligned door and window frames :– These spaces occur when the foundation settles, causing structural distortion.
➤ Water pooling around the foundation – Excess water buildup can result in foundation weakening.
If you notice any of these symptoms, it’s best to reach out to professionals like Xpert Foundation Repair for an evaluation.
◉ Expert Foundation Repair Methods
Our home foundation repair solutions are designed for identifying and fixing hidden structural issues. Whether it's due to soil movement, moisture problems, or age-related deterioration, we offer tailored solutions to restore the durability of your home’s foundation.
Some widely used techniques include:
➤ Fixing cracked or sinking slabs :– If your home is has a slab foundation, we address cracks, sinking zones, and shifting slabs.
➤ Pier installation :– We use strong or concrete piers to reinforce and lift the foundation, halting further damage.
➤ Strengthening the under slab tunneling ground beneath your home :– Expansive soils can result in foundation movement. Our soil stabilization techniques ensure structural integrity.
◉ Foundation Leveling Services
Due to various factors, foundation settlement can lead to misaligned structures and structural concerns. Home foundation leveling is a process that rebalances your foundation to its original state and maintains stability.
Our leveling methods include:
➤ Mudjacking :– This process involves applying a grout beneath the slab to elevate and secure the foundation.
➤ Using piers for stability :– We use screw-in or push piers to lift foundations suffering from soil shifting.
➤ Adjusting pier & beam supports :– This technique corrects uneven floors by adjusting joists beneath the home.
◉ Restoring Your Pier & Beam Structure
Certain houses as well as some modern constructions have pier & beam foundation. While these base systems offer stability, they can suffer from wood rot, movement, and sagging floors.
Signs of pier & beam damage:
➤ Deteriorating wooden beams :– Humidity can weaken the timber posts.
➤ Unstable foundation piers :– Changes in soil conditions may lead to foundation instability.
➤ Sagging or bouncing floors :– Insufficient support can lead to floor movement.
Our expert pier & beam solutions offer securing or upgrading wooden beams, placing additional piers, and improving proper water management to reduce water issues.