A solid foundation is crucial for the strength and security of any home. If you're experiencing foundation problems, it's important to address them quickly to prevent further structural issues. At Xpert Foundation Repair, we are professionals in home foundation repair, home foundation leveling, pier and beam structural repair, and under slab tunneling. Our professional team in San Antonio, TX, provides top-quality solutions to ensure your home remains safe and stable.

◉ Common Signs of Foundation Problems

Residents may not always be aware when their foundation is compromised. Here are some common signs that signal your home may require professional attention:

➤ Wall and ceiling cracks :– If you spot stair-step cracks, it may point to foundation movement.
➤ Uneven floors :– Warped floors often happen because of shifting foundation support.
➤ Sticking doors and windows :– Difficulty opening or closing doors and windows is a clue of structural movement.
➤ Gaps around windows and doors :– These gaps appear when the foundation moves, causing frame misalignment.
➤ Water pooling around the foundation – Poor drainage can result in foundation shifting.

If you notice any of these red flags, it’s best to consult professionals like Xpert Foundation Repair for an evaluation.

◉ Home Foundation Repair Solutions

Our foundation restoration services are designed for identifying and fixing underlying structural problems. Whether it's due to ground shifting, water damage, or age-related deterioration, we deliver tailored solutions to strengthen the integrity of your home’s foundation.

Some common techniques include:

➤ Slab foundation repairs :– If your home is has a slab foundation, we repair cracks, sinking areas, and unsteady structures.
➤ Stabilizing your foundation with piers :– We use reinforced steel or durable piers to reinforce and elevate the foundation, preventing further damage.
➤ Soil stabilization :– Shifting ground can cause foundation movement. Our soil stabilization techniques help maintain stability.

◉ Restoring Even Floors

With age, foundation shifting can cause uneven floors and structural concerns. Precision leveling for your foundation is a process that restores your foundation to its proper height and ensures stability.

Our approaches to leveling feature:

➤ Mudjacking :– This process requires pumping a grout beneath the slab to raise and reinforce the foundation.
➤ Piering systems :– We use screw-in or push 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

Certain houses and some newer properties utilize pier & beam foundation. While these structures ensure access, they can experience wood rot, movement, and structural dips.

Common pier & beam issues: pier & beam foundation repair

➤ Rotting wood supports :– Humidity can weaken the wooden support beams.
➤ Shifting piers :– Erosion may lead to pier displacement.
➤ Sagging or bouncing floors :– Aging beams can lead to a bouncy or sagging floor.

Our expert pier & beam solutions offer strengthening or upgrading wooden beams, installing additional piers, and providing proper drainage to reduce moisture-related damage.