A chimney that leans away from the outer walls of the house, or cracks in the bricks, can be signs that you have foundation problems. A stable chimney is essential for fireplace safety. Chimney problems often occur along with other signs of foundation problems, such as sticking doors and windows, cracks in walls, and uneven floors. Find out if foundation repair will help your cracked or leaning chimney. Call us today for a homeowner estimate, (919) 479-7100.
A flooded basement or a wet crawl space can be prevented with proper basement waterproofing. It's important to take care of such problems before they result in bowed walls, cracks in walls, sticking doors and other signs of foundation problems. Waterproofing is the first thing you need to think about if you are considering basement remodeling. Foundation Xperts can recommend several waterproofing techniques to keep your basement dry and your foundation level. French drains and retaining walls are just two of the techniques we use to keep water from leaking into your basement.
What is Steel Piering? The steel push piering system is used to stablilize and/or raise the foundation of your home or business, while preventing further vertical settlement. After a minimal amount of excavation (with minimal mess), a heavy-duty steel bracket is attached to the foundation. Then, a steel pier is hydraulically driven through the bracket to bedrock or supporting strata to create a permanent new foundation support. When the affected area of the foundation is repositioned and/or stabilized, the steel pier is locked permanently to the bracket.