Homeowners and commercial business owners alike turn to B & B House Leveling & Foundation Repair for our unique approach, which involves using deep driven steel piers instead of round slider concrete piers like our competitors.

Call or contact us if you notice any signs of a damaged foundation, such as cracks above doors or in the ceiling. We offer free estimates for all of the foundation repair and house leveling services we provide to Abilene, Brownwood, TX and the surrounding areas!

How Do Foundation Problems Start?

Many of the causes of foundation problems have to do with the soil that the foundation sits on. If the soil isn’t compacted well, it may shift and cause the foundation to shift with it. Soil also responds to fluctuations in moisture levels by shrinking and expanding, which can leave voids under the foundation. The roots of trees and plants may also cause voids by soaking up moisture in the soil that is under the foundation.

Recognizing Foundation Problems

Foundation problems may present in small and big ways. For example, you should get in touch with a foundation repair company if you think your property may be sloping. Other signs of foundation issues include cracks in the ceiling, walls, or floor – as well as sloping floors, bowed walls, and sticking doors. There may also be cracks in the stoop or on the outside walls.

Getting in touch with a reputable foundation company will tell you exactly how severe the problem is and how much a repair will cost.

How Residential Foundation Repair Works

The method used to repair a residential foundation depends on the type of foundation it is. A slab foundation will require the house to be hydraulically lifted to allow the contractors access to the foundation. From there, the contractors will drill holes into the ground and fill them with concrete piers.

A pier and beam foundation will require the crew to enter the crawlspace and shore the home in a process similar to hydraulic lifting. They will then replace the rotten beams.

If you suspect that your commercial building is having foundation issues or is sloping, there’s no time to waste. Waiting is only going to make any existing problems more severe and make your building less safe to the people inside.

Why Well-Built Walls are Important

It goes without saying that sturdy walls are essential to any structure – whether it be a home or commercial property. However, commercial buildings usually have multiple floors and are much larger than the average home. Supporting this much weight requires extra stability and strength, which is achieved using masonry blocks or poured concrete. While these methods are incredibly stable, nothing lasts forever and you will likely need to have your commercial foundation repaired at some point.

Common Commercial Foundation Issues

One key sign of foundation problems is bowed walls, which are walls that curve inward. Bowed walls that go unaddressed can cause severe foundation and even plumbing problems. If you notice bowed walls, we encourage you to get in touch with our professionals as soon as possible for an inspection. Waiting to do so could put the structural integrity of your building at risk.

Commercial Foundation Repairs

Foundation crews will reinforce the walls and overall integrity of the building through a stabilization technique. The exact technique depends on how badly the walls have been damaged, but some common methods include epoxy crack injections, wall anchors, wall braces, or helical tiebacks.

Don’t wait – call B & B House Leveling & Foundation Repair today for your free estimate or to schedule repairs you need.