Have you discovered that your home is sinking and the foundation is no longer level? If so, this is a major problem. A sinking foundation is going to lead or has already led to a lot of foundation problems as well as problems with the integrity of the home’s structure. When the foundation begins to sink, the foundation will need to be leveled. Leveling an entire home’s foundation may seem like an impossible task. However, it can be done! Dallas Foundation Repair will share more about foundation sinking and how the foundation can be leveled.
What Causes a Sinking Foundation?
When a foundation sinks, it is often called settling or heaving. When the soil underneath the foundation has eroded or become unstable due to excessive moisture or from long periods of drought, the foundation can sink. When the soil weakens, the foundation will sink in the affected areas. In some cases, the sinking is minor and is often referred to as settling. Minor settling isn’t a big issue as most foundations will settle a little bit. Major settling becomes a much bigger problem. Sometimes when the foundation sinks it can even move a little bit, which is known as heaving. Heaving occurs when one section of the house sinks and pushes the other section of the home upwards. When the foundation settles or heaves. it can cause cracks in the foundation, uneven flooring, and affect the doors and windows. Often cracks will form in the wall, traveling upward. The countertops and cabinets can even separate from the walls. Eventually the structure of the home can be weakened as well. When foundation settling or heaving occurs, you will need to have your foundation leveled.
How Do You Fix a Foundation that is Sinking?
If you have signs that your foundation is sinking and you need leveling, you will first need to have the foundation inspected. The first step in having your foundation repaired is having the foundation inspected by a foundation repair contractor. They will inspect the foundation to determine the best plan to level and repair the foundation. The next step is leveling the home. This may often involve excavation to access the under part of the foundation. In some cases, holes can be cut through the inside of the home. It will depend on where the sinking has occurred. Once the access points have been dug up, specialized hydraulic jacks are placed underneath the foundation where the foundation will be lifted up. Support beams are placed underneath the foundation, where it will help support and hold up the home. There are different types of support systems that are used, and depending on the soil and the foundation’s condition, the support system will vary. With the right support system put in place, your foundation will be repaired.
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An entire home and it’s foundation can be leveled. A professional foundation repair contractor like Dallas Foundation Repair can help evaluate your foundation’s needs and perform the needed repairs. If you have signs of foundation sinking and you need help restoring your home, contact Dallas Foundation Repair and schedule our services today.
