Pier and Beam Repair

There are many different types of foundations in the United States. While slab foundations remain far and way the most common form of foundation in the US, many properties actually use pier and beam foundations as an alternative. These are highly effective foundational structures, but they can fall into a state of disrepair in specific circumstances too. When that happens, you need help from a team of foundation repair specialists who have seen and done it all before. Needless to say, at Southlake Foundation Repair Experts, we certainly fit that profile. We’ve repaired hundreds of pier and beam foundations in the past, and we’ve only ever received positive feedback for the work that we’ve carried out. If you’re searching for help with your pier and beam foundation, all you have to do is reach out to our customer service team to get the ball rolling. If you’re still seeking more information before making a decision, read on below to find out more.

What are Pier and Beam Foundations?

Typically, a pier and beam foundation setup contains three main elements. The first of these are the concrete piers, which act as an anchor for the property’s foundation. The second of these are the posts or piles, which run between the piers and beams. Finally, you have the wooden beams. These ultimately support the weight of the property. Since there is some variety in the in the components of this foundation type, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that pier and beam foundations are often called by other names – such as pier and post, pier and pile, and post and beam.

Inspections Needed

It might be that you’re not sure whether or not your pier and beam foundation is actually in need of repair assistance. After all, it’s not like your foundation is out in the open for you to easily examine. That’s why you need to keep an eye out for signs of trouble. That could be anything from a leaning chimney or sloping floors right across to sticking doors and windows or cracked walls and ceilings. If you notice any potential issues, bring in a foundation repair contractor from our team for a thorough inspection of your property.

Common Problems

The most frequently seen issues with pier and beam foundations include sagging floors, shifting beams, and tilting or cracked piers, though there are many other faults that could arise as a result of a foundational issue. They can be a nuisance to deal with, and without professional assistance, you’ll certainly find that they continue to persist. No matter the nature of the issue that you’re dealing with, rest assured that we’ll take all the necessary steps to restore normality.

Repair Solutions

There are various methodologies that can be utilized to get pier and beam foundations back into a functional condition. We can lift up your foundation using underpinning mechanisms – like helical piers – which has a stabilizing impact on the structure. Once stable, we’ll begin to work on levelling the foundation and resolving any other structural issues present.