The Tallahassee area has the climate and the soil type that is conducive to settling soil which eventually leads to foundation problems. These problems are not recognized immediately because they begin as a small crack or a separation in the wall, or a gradual sinking of the foundation. Any crack where the exterior wall joins another exterior wall means that foundation problems exist. Often, cracks will appear in the interior of the home where a wall joins the ceiling, or around the door which may be hard to open.
However, since these indicators are sometimes hard to find, it is important to ask for an evaluation of your home from the Foundation Contractors in Tallahassee. An engineer who specializes in foundation problems will examine your home for any indication of the foundation settling. He will look for a sloping floor and cracks in the interior which may not be noticeable because of the location.
A foundation repair engineer will then recommend the type of repair that is appropriate for your home. Helical piers are best for applications in Tallahassee where the need exists to resist tension or a compression force or both. The helical pier is made by Earth Contact Products Company (ECP) with an ECP designed and tested helical bracket. The combination makes a stabilizing force that will protect the foundation over many years. Helical piers are load tested after application to prove the load bearing capabilities.
Helical piers and helical anchors are the best method for restoring your foundation because of one or more of the following factors:
- Easy Installation
- Immediate Load Support
- Easily Load Tested
- Achieves Great Stability
- Installation in all Weather Conditions
- Job site Disturbance is Minimized or Eliminated
Foundation Contractors in Tallahassee have many other solutions such as compaction grouting which is a process of pumping either of two types of cement into the ground under the slab. The purpose is to fill any holes that may contribute to the ground shifting under the slab.
If you believe you have a foundation problem, don’t wait to call Click here for an inspection and a recommendation. By having an engineer examining the exterior of your home where the dirt is against the slab, you may be able to prevent problems in the future.
