Foundation Repair

Why Do You Need to Repair Your Foundation?

Because foundation issues show up slowly, over time, you may think you don’t need to hurry to repair it, but this is false. Your foundation is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity and safety of your home.

Foundation repairs may seem pricey now, but ignoring issues can exacerbate structural damage, leading to even costlier repairs and jeopardizing your safety. Timely foundation repairs prevent further deterioration and safeguards your family members.

Common Causes of Foundation Issues

Many of the Virginia and Maryland regions are made up of clay-like soil that expands when it’s moist and shrinks when it’s dry, exerting pressure on your foundation. Moisture fluctuations mixed with inadequate drainage create instability, causing the soil to settle.

Some homes in the region are many years old and homebuilders didn’t know what they know now. Poor construction practices in older homes is a common cause of foundation failure. Sometimes, foundation issues simply come down to age-related deterioration. At times, we even see foundation problems due to environmental factors, like strong tree roots.

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Interior Foundation Issues

Uneven Floors

Wall & Ceiling Cracks

Sticking Doors & Windows

Wall, Ceiling & Floor Gaps

Sagging Floors

Exterior Foundation Issues

Foundation & Wall Cracks

Uneven, Sunken Concrete

Wall, Window & Door Gaps

Leaning or Building Walls

Chimney Gaps

Foundation Repair Process

We take extreme caution when repairing your foundation. This process could take a few weeks at the least.

Initial Assessment: We assess the damage to your foundation, which may require some digging and marking.

Determine Cause: We’ll determine what caused the foundation failure so we know how to repair it.

Dig: We will begin digging tunnels under your home to access your foundation and make repairs.

Install Support: To restore your foundation, we may need to install support, like carbon fiber reinforcement systems and steel I beams.

Foundation Leveling: If your foundation settled, we will bring in lifting devices like hydraulic jacks to carefully raise and level the structure.

Waterproofing: If there is not already a waterproofing system in place, we will install membranes and drains as necessary.

Backfill: Once we’ve repaired your foundation, we will backfill the tunnels and return your landscape to its original form.

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When you choose Basement Masters Waterproofing, you will always get reliable customer service and installation. Our goal is to efficiently repair your foundation and allow you to return to your daily life as quickly as possible! Contact us today for your free evaluation and never worry about foundation issues again!

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