Signs of Foundation Problems: Floor Cracks in the Garage
Floor cracks not only appear in the garage but also in the patio or any room of the house.
Signs of Foundation Problems: Exterior Wall Cracks
Normally, wall cracks can get visible from the inside, but in some more severe cases, even you can see them from the outside.
Underpinning Process: Softening it up
Generally, before digging a hole, our foundation repair crew uses the tool shown in this picture to loosen the soil and dig it easier.
Underpinning Process: Protecting is Caring
Whenever our Foundation repair team goes on a project, they need to ensure all surroundings stay intact by protecting them with plastic sheets.
Underpinning Process: The Importance of Distance in the Underpinning Process
The space between each pier is crucial because the distance determines how much level of support the piers provide to the assigned room. The closer the pair is, the more foundation support they provide. However, many factors need to be taken into consideration, such as the material used to build the house.
Underpinning Process: Location
Location is very important because every room has different needs; Therefore, the location for each pier is vital for strong and efficient foundation support to the right areas.
Underpinning Process: How Deep is Enough?
One very frequent question is how deep d we need to drill each pier, and the answer differs for each house has a different need, and every homeowner has different goals, so the number of piers needed or the depths varies based on many factors such as the type of soil, location, and even weather sometimes.
Underpinning Process: Last Assessment
Right before permanently attaching each pier with its assigned bracket, our foundation repair crew needs to complete a last assessment where they verify if it is optimal to lift the foundation back to its original position based on its current state.
Underpinning Process: Final Look
After installing each pier and covering them with dirt, our crew poured concrete into the area to diminish the negative effect on the floor. Thanks to Arizona Foundation Solutions, this family will no longer have to worry about foundation problems, and their house's foundation got stronger than ever before.