THE PIER AND BEAM EXPERT YOU CAN TRUST
VC Foundation Repair has over 20 years of experience in tree trunk foundation repair, stacked block foundation repair, and concrete pier foundation repair. Our experts understand how to identify foundation problems, assess the damage, and recommend the best possible solutions. With our state-of-the-art repair techniques, we can quickly correct issues related to structural integrity and water damage. Choosing us provides you with the peace of mind that your foundation repairs are being handled efficiently and correctly. So if you need reliable foundation repair services for your home, trust the professionals at VC Foundation Repair.
Pier and Beam Maintance
Proper maintanance requires the Home-Owner to take some preventative measures like installing gutters, sealing the crawl space with skirting and properly grading the soil around the home. The Home-Owner should also check for any outstanding leaks especially Hot Water and any standing water next to the home.
Hot water leaks can cause hasty damages to any pier and beam home. Usually causing mold and mildew that causes wood to become brittle. Some of the signs you will notice are:
-musty smells
- bouncy floors
- soft spots throughout your floor
The first step is to fix the hot water leak. Then call VC Foundation Repair to get you a comprehensive evaluation of your pier and beam home. Next you will want VC Foundation to replace all the wood that has been damaged.
Storm runoff water is another issue Homeowners of Pier and Beam homes face. Whether your house sits downhill or your property has pot holes especially next to your home, water will find its way in and corode concrete and wood supports. It is imperative that once you fix your foundation you take care of the underlying issues. Keep water away from the foundation with gutter extensions of at least 4-6 ft away from the foundation, and properly grade around the house to keep water from imfaltrating your foundation.
Hot water Damage: Mold/ Mildew spreading throughout the joist. VC Foundation Photo- Pier and Beam Initial Inspection
Stom Runoff water Damage: Mold/ Crumbling spreading throughout the wood. VC Foundation Repair Photo - Pier and Beam Initial Inspection
Stacked Block Foundation Repair
The most common material used on Pier and Beam homes has Pad and Block or stacked blocks. This type of foundation when done correctly creates a spacious crawl space to do future repairs and mainatance. When the Home ower properly maintains their Pier and Beam home, they can get 10-20 years of no worries
VC will usually install Solid Pad and Solid Blocks when adding supports to your Pier and Beam home.
These Solid Pad and Solid Blocks are stratigically placed to maximize support. Ensuring your home is properly supported allows you to move freely in your home.
Stacked Block Foundation in East Texas. VC Foundation Repair Photo - Pier and Beam Fully Repaired
Bois d'arc Foundation Repair
Bois d’arc Foundation are very common here in East Texas dating back to the1900s. What is most intriguing is that a lot of these homes have only had limited foundation repair during its lifespan. One of the many concerns with this type of foundation is the lack of load bearing beams and the ground support of piers or stumps. During the initial consultation VC Foundation will get a floor survey of the interior floor checking for wavy floors, soft spots, bouncy areas, cracks on walls/ ceilings, doors, and windows. After that VC will crawl into the crawl space: checking the integrity of the wood and supports. We are also checking for any presence moisture or standing water, which can be detrimental to the lifespan of any pier and beam home.
Bois d’arc tree stump Foundation in East Texas. VC Foundation Repair Photo -initial inspection
Concrete Beam/ Footer around the Perimeter
Another common type of Pier and Beam Foundation VC encounters is a much newer type of Pier and Beam: Concrete Footer Beam - Pier and Beam. These homes allow masonry work to be done on the exterior. The main issue with these homes is the excess amount of weight on the perimeter- causing the perimeter to sink in to the ground.
Any storm runoff water collecting next to the home is sure to cause foundation issues such as: Cracked bricks, walls that are leaning, and sloping floors. Leaving these issues unattended for prolonged periods of time will cause detrimental damages through the entire house costing Homeowners $$$.
Unlike the traditional pier and beam home that sits on only blocks, this home will need the installation of Pressed Cylinder Piling or Drilled Piers. These piers go deep in to the ground and ensures the foundation is well supported on the perimeter- where it matters most.
Bois d’arc tree stump Foundation in East Texas. VC Foundation Repair Photo -initial inspection