A solid foundation is crucial for the stability and safety of any home. If you're facing foundation problems, it's important to fix them as soon as possible to avoid further damage. At Xpert Foundation Repair, we are professionals in residential foundation repair, home foundation leveling, pier and beam structural repair, and under slab tunneling. Our experienced team in San Antonio, TX, provides high-quality services to ensure your home stays safe and stable.
◉ Common Signs of Foundation Problems
Residents may not always realize when their foundation is compromised. Here are some key signs that signal your home may require professional attention:
➤ Wall and ceiling cracks :– If you spot zigzag cracks, it may indicate foundation movement.
➤ Uneven floors :– Warped floors often happen because of shifting structural integrity.
➤ Doors and windows that won’t close properly :– Struggles shutting or adjusting doors and windows is a clue of structural movement.
➤ Misaligned door and window frames :– These gaps appear when the foundation moves, causing structural distortion.
➤ Water pooling around the foundation – Poor drainage can cause foundation shifting.
If you notice any of these symptoms, it’s best to consult professionals like Xpert Foundation Repair for an inspection.
◉ How We Fix Your Foundation
Our foundation restoration techniques help with identifying and resolving underlying structural issues. Whether it's due to ground shifting, water damage, or general wear and tear, we deliver personalized strategies to restore the stability of your home’s foundation.
Some widely used repair methods are:
➤ Fixing cracked or sinking slabs :– If your home is built on a slab foundation, we repair fractures, sinking sections, and shifting slabs.
➤ Pier installation :– We use reinforced steel or heavy-duty piers to reinforce and lift the foundation, halting further deterioration.
➤ Soil stabilization :– Expansive soils can result in foundation movement. Our soil stabilization techniques help maintain structural integrity.
◉ Foundation Leveling Services home foundation repair
With age, foundation shifting can cause misaligned structures and other issues. Precision leveling for your foundation is a process that corrects your foundation to its proper height and maintains stability.
Our leveling methods feature:
➤ Mudjacking :– This process requires applying a concrete mixture beneath the slab to raise and reinforce the foundation.
➤ Using piers for stability :– We use adjustable or hydraulic piers to lift foundations affected by soil shifting.
➤ Adjusting pier & beam supports :– This technique repairs foundation misalignment by modifying support beams beneath the home.
◉ Restoring Your Pier & Beam Structure
Older homes and some modern constructions have pier and beam structural systems. While these structures ensure stability, they can develop moisture decay, shifting, and sagging floors.
Problems with pier & beam foundations:
➤ Rotting wood supports :– Humidity can weaken the timber joists.
➤ Shifting piers :– Erosion may result in pier displacement.
➤ Weak or flexing flooring :– Aging beams can cause floor movement.
Our pier & beam foundation repair feature strengthening or replacing wooden beams, adding additional piers, and ensuring proper water management to reduce moisture-related damage.