Symptoms of Foundation Problems
Cracks on a wall are clear signs of foundation problems beneath the house. The problem with foundation problems either, foundation heaves, foundation settlement, or even both is that the side effects will not be going to stop any time soon but just get worse; that is why taking action on time is important because the more you might wait, the more expensive it becomes.
How deep is enough when underpinning?
One of the most frequent questions we got when underpinning is, how deep will you guys deep? And the answer might differ from house to house because the truth is that each house is different and was built differently. Some houses might have different designs, locations, and even purposes depending if the residency is a family- house or maybe it is a small business.
Underpinning Implementation Process: Location & Goals
Each location for every pier is crucial to provide full support or the support necessary for each room; that is why our engineering department is in charge of analyzing and determining each of the locations of every pier based on the house's needs and the Owners' goals.
Underpinning Implementation Process: Distance is Key
Another important factor to consider is the distance between each pier because some rooms might be heavier than others and might need more piers than the rest of the rooms; that is why our engineering department with the help of the foreman in charge of the project, determines how close each pier need to be.
After Underpinning Implementation
This is one of the areas after underpinning; as seen in this picture, some concrete needed to get cut in order to install the piers, but each hole got covered and repaired to make the floor functional again.
House After Underpinning System Installation in Phoenix, Arizona
Thanks to Arizona Foundation Solutions, this family will no longer have to face or struggle with cracks on the house again since their foundation was repaired by addressing the actual problem.