A solid foundation is crucial for the structural integrity and safety of any home. If you're dealing with foundation problems, it's critical to fix them as soon as possible to prevent further damage. At Xpert Foundation Repair, we specialize in residential foundation repair, foundation leveling services, pier and beam structural repair, and sub-slab tunneling services. Our experienced team in San Antonio, TX, delivers high-quality solutions to make sure your home stays safe and structurally sound.
◉ Common Signs of Foundation Problems
Residents may not always realize when their foundation is unstable. Here are some warning symptoms that signal your home may need professional repair services:
➤ Cracks in walls and ceilings :– If you see diagonal cracks, it may indicate foundation movement.
➤ Uneven floors :– Irregular floors often occur due to shifting structural integrity.
➤ Sticking doors and windows :– Struggles shutting or adjusting doors and windows is a symptom of structural movement.
➤ Misaligned door and window frames :– These gaps occur when the foundation settles, causing structural distortion.
➤ Moisture issues near the base of your home – Standing water can cause foundation shifting.
If you notice any of these symptoms, it’s best to reach out to professionals like Xpert Foundation Repair for an assessment.
◉ Home Foundation Repair Solutions
Our home foundation repair solutions help with identifying and fixing root structural issues. Whether it's due to soil movement, water damage, or general wear and tear, we provide personalized fixes to restore the durability of your home’s foundation.
Some common approaches include:
➤ Fixing cracked or sinking slabs :– If your home is built on a slab foundation, we repair fractures, sinking areas, and shifting slabs.
➤ Pier installation :– We use reinforced steel or concrete piers to stabilize and level the foundation, halting further damage.
➤ Strengthening the ground beneath your home :– Expansive soils can result in foundation movement. Our ground reinforcement techniques support stability.
◉ Home Foundation Leveling
Over time, foundation shifting can result in uneven floors and problems. Home foundation leveling is a process that rebalances your foundation to its original state and pier & beam foundation repair maintains structural integrity.
Our foundation correction techniques feature:
➤ Concrete lifting with mudjacking :– This process requires pumping a grout beneath the slab to elevate and reinforce the foundation.
➤ Using piers for stability :– We use helical or hydraulic piers to support foundations affected by soil shifting.
➤ Shimming for pier & beam foundations :– This technique repairs uneven floors by modifying support beams beneath the home.
◉ Fixing Pier and Beam Foundations
Older homes as well as some recent builds have pier and beam structural systems. While these base systems provide access, they can experience wood rot, movement, and structural dips.
Common pier & beam issues:
➤ Deteriorating wooden beams :– Moisture exposure can weaken the lumber posts.
➤ Shifting piers :– Changes in soil conditions may result in pier displacement.
➤ Weak or flexing flooring :– Aging beams can result in floor movement.
Our pier & beam foundation repair include securing or upgrading wooden beams, adding additional piers, and providing proper water management to prevent moisture-related damage.