Sinking Supports
As the ground shifts the concrete blocks that once supported the house shift position and can allow the house to become unlevel.
Quick Fixes
Often times we see fixes like these where the homeowner or another contractor jacked up the house slightly so that they could fit shims between the concrete blocks and the uneven house. This is not a good solution.
Crawl Space Clutter
Over the years materials gather under many of our customers' crawl spaces. This doesn't mean we can't provide them with the right solution.
Not What you Want To See
These individual blocks make up a large portion of the structural integrity of the home. If they are not permanently stable structural problems already present could become much worse.
Permanently Stabilizing The Foundation
We use a few different methods to stabilize foundations depending on the circumstances. In this case, we start by drilling our network's patented helical piers deep into the earth so they aren't affected by the shifting earth.
Installing the Steel Plate
On top of the pier that was set into the earth we install this plate that sits atop the pier and supports the steel I Beam which comes next.
The Steel I Beam
We install a matching set of piers with plates on the opposite side of the structure. Once they are level we install a steel I-Beam on top of the two pier plates. This provides even support across the length of the house.
Steel Foundation Support
The steel beam is placed under the same strong points of the home that the previous supports had been placed, but this method provides even support across the whole home and is not prone to shifting often experienced to to the cold Minnesota and Wisconsin winters.
Welding the Steel
When we are happy with the placement of the steel beams the whole setup is welded together to make this a completed permanent solution. This process is repeated simultaneously across the length of the home as needed.
