Foundation Underpinning

Underpinning has become a very popular form of foundation repair. What we want to make sure that people understand is that a lot of these services are not necessarily something that you can order or should. What we mean by that is, the process that we go through to repair a foundation includes an evaluation of the situation. From there, what we’re going to be doing is recommending a particular procedure. The reason why we’ll recommend underpinning over let’s say leveling has to do with the current condition of the building. As well as the terrain that surrounds it.

When Is Underpinning A Good Idea?

It’s typically a procedure that we’re going to use when there’s a lot of movement in the topsoil. The existing foundation is not embedded as deeply into the soil as it could be. So what we can do is dig deeper into the soil to add support to the existing foundation. As we’ve mentioned before this is not going to be a procedure that will work for every home or building. Just based on what the situation is with the original foundation. 

Signs That You May Need A Foundation Repair Procedure With Underpinning As The Method of Choice

At the end of the day we wouldn’t recommend underpinning as a solution if we didn’t believe that the method was applicable to your current situation. In any case some of the signs that underpinning could be a good solution include having an existing foundation that is buried as deep into the ground. Of course, we have to have that extra depth to be able to work with. Also, the type of foundation that you currently have is going to play a role in the decision. If we’re dealing with a home that may be on a cliffside or something like that it could be harder to find that depth in the soil that we’re looking for.

Will This Solve My Foundation Issues

That’s the hope, but it’s also why we want to be so diligent with the procedures that we’re going to recommend. Especially when it comes to something like underpinning which in a way is a major undertaking. If we’re going to recommend this extensive repair method we better be sure that it’s going to work. More often than not though with structures where this is a possibility underpinning is known to provide a lot more stability. Therefore, reliving a lot of the issues that you could have with your foundation. 

It’s Best To Trust The Process

Foundation underpinning can be one of the best ways to reinforce a foundation that’s been showing some signs of weakness. What we don’t want to do is use this procedure as the end all be all, of foundation repair. We’ll only recommend it in the specific situations that we feel underpinning will be the best way forward. With that in mind we hope that you can trust that our team of professionals has your best interest in mind. We will only recommend procedures that we feel are adequate for your specific situation.