Foundation Repair Experts Serving Eastern Virginia Residents!

We Fix Foundation Problems in Richmond, Williamsburg & Nearby

The foundation repair professionals at Drying Co. use a number of highly effective foundation repair techniques to stabilize your home and prevent further damage. Our specialists stay up-to-date on the latest tools and strategies for foundation evaluations and repairs to ensure we can provide the most reliable solutions to clients.

Schedule a foundation repair estimate to get started. We serve Virginia areas throughout Newport News, Williamsburg, Midlothian, Richmond, Henrico, and nearby.

Methods & Techniques for Foundation Repair in Virginia

• Push Piers
  

  Our foundation repair experts start by exposing the footing of your foundation as carefully as possible, taking great care to avoid unnecessary damage to your home's landscaping. Brackets are then attached to the footing, onto which a "ram" will be connected. The push pier is then placed into the ram and driven into the ground with a hydraulic pump. Additional segments are added until the pier reaches optimal pressure and the building is stabilized. This process is repeated as many times as necessary to stabilize your home's foundation.

• Helical Piles
  

  Helical underpinning uses helical piles instead of push piers to stabilize your foundation and bear the weight of your house. The beginning part of the process is essentially the same as the push pier method of home stabilization. The base of your foundation is carefully exposed to minimize damage to your landscaping. Piles are then screwed down beneath your foundation to the necessary depth, where a bracket and lifting assembly are attached to the pile and your home's foundation. A hydraulic ram is then attached to the lifting assembly bracket to stabilize or lift the home via the piles.

• Crawl Space Support Posts
  

  Floors may sag over time due to water damage or a sinking foundation that has compromised the structural integrity of floor joists. Crawl space support posts, or floor jacks, can be installed with joists to reinforce and strengthen the joists supporting the floors. If your floors seem to be bowing, sagging, or becoming more uneven, you should strongly consider contacting The Drying Company to find out if crawl space support posts can help protect your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Foundation Repair

• What are the signs that my foundation needs repair?

  Here are some common signs that your home may have structural damage:

  • Wall cracks around windows, doors, or the home's exterior
  • Sloping or sagging floors
  • Sticking windows and doors
  • Gaps around windows and doors
  • Tilting or bowing walls in the basement/crawl space
  • Walls separating from ceilings or floors
  • Sagging or uneven rooflines
  • Leaking or flooding basement or crawl space
  • Visible shifting or sinking foundation

  Many signs of foundation problems may not be visible, so it is always best to contact a professional to assess possible structural damage and recommend the right solutions.

• Why should I hire a professional for foundation repair?

  While performing foundation repairs yourself may seem like the less expensive option, hiring a professional ensures the job is done safely and correctly, which protects your home, safeguards your investment, and costs you less in the long run! Here are some other reasons why hiring a reputable foundation repair company is always the best bet:

  • Diagnosing foundation problems correctly: Foundation repair experts have the training and skill to accurately identify structural damage and recommend the right solution so that issues are properly addressed.
  • The right tools and equipment: Foundation repair professionals have specialized tools and equipment to safely and effectively perform foundation repairs, including helical piles, push piers, and house jacks.
  • Ensuring a safe site: A foundation repair project can get complicated and dangerous. Hiring a professional trained to handle those risks ensures the job is done safely and no further damage is done to the home.
  • Lasting solutions: A foundation repair expert provides high-quality materials and solutions designed for lasting durability and stability.
  • Compliance with building codes: All foundation repairs must meet strict building codes and regulations. A professional ensures your project is compliant and up to standard.
  • Avoiding mistakes: Mistakes can cause additional property damage, higher costs for future repairs, and even safety hazards. A foundation repair professional will avoid this and get the job done right the first time!
• What are the common causes of foundation problems?

  Addressing the cause of structural is essential to an effective foundation repair and preventing future damage. Common causes of foundation problems include:

  • Soil movement or foundation settlement from shrinking, expanding, or shifting soils
  • Water damage from heavy rains or plumbing leaks
  • Improper drainage from poor grading, clogged gutters, or faulty downspouts
  • Tree roots growing too close to the foundation
  • Foundation design and construction defects
  • Poorly maintained basement/crawl space with improper ventilation, moisture control, or pest issues
• What are common foundation repair methods?

  Foundation repair methods address issues like foundation settlement and sagging floors. Each one addresses a specific foundation problem. The most frequently used solutions include:

  • Push piers: These are designed to stabilize a settling foundation by driving steel piers into stable, load-bearing soils to support the foundation and lift it back to its original position.
  • Helical piles: These are similar to push piers, except helical piles use a screw-like motion, turning rods into the ground. They are useful for soft or loose soil.
  • Crawl space support posts: These are also known as floor jacks and stabilize sagging floors by providing vertical support to floor joists weakened by moisture damage, settling, or other factors. They provide vertical support.
• How long does foundation repair take?

  The time it takes to complete a foundation repair depends on the severity of the damage, the repair method, and the size of the property. However, common foundation repair methods, such as foundation piers and crawl space jacks, can take under a day to complete.

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