Foundation repair methods
Piers, hybrid systems and pier and beam repair, and how the right one is chosen.
There is no single best way to repair a foundation. The right method depends on your soil, your structure and how much it has moved.
After an assessment, we recommend the method that fits your building and explain why. This page describes the main approaches so you know what to expect when we talk through your options.
- Methods matched to the soil, the load and the access
- We explain the trade-offs before you decide
- Written scope and quote before work starts
- Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas
The main repair methods
- Pressed concrete piers
- Precast concrete sections are pressed into the soil under the foundation until they meet firm resistance. The foundation is then supported on them.
- Drilled concrete piers
- Holes are drilled beneath or beside the foundation, reinforced with steel and filled with concrete to make a poured-in-place support.
- Steel piers
- Steel pier sections are driven down to deeper, more stable soil layers. They suit heavier structures and areas where the upper soil is unstable.
- Bell-bottom drilled piers
- A deeply drilled pier with a widened base spreads heavy loads across a larger area of soil. It is used where loads are demanding.
- Hybrid systems
- A combination of steel and concrete piers, used when soil conditions vary across the same building.
- Pier and beam repair
- Repair or replacement of sills, joists and piers, plus re-shimming and leveling for raised-floor homes.
How a method is chosen
The method comes from what the assessment finds. We look at how deep stable soil is, how heavy the structure is, where and how much it has moved, and what access we have around and under the building.
- Soil conditions and the depth to stable soil
- The weight and type of the structure
- Where and how much it has moved
- Access around and under the building
- Budget and long-term goals
Steel and concrete: no one-size answer
Steel piers can reach deeper, more stable soil and often suit heavier or more difficult jobs. Concrete piers are widely used and can be a good fit for many slab foundations. The best choice depends on your site, not on a preference.
We explain the trade-offs, including cost and how long each approach is expected to take, before you decide.
Fix the cause too
A repair stops the movement. Managing water helps keep it stopped. We look at drainage, gutters, grading and signs of leaks during the assessment and tell you what we find.
Common questions
Which repair method is best?
There is no single best method. The right one depends on your soil, the structure and how much it has moved. We recommend a method after the assessment and explain why.
How many piers will I need?
That depends on the size of the structure, how it has moved and the soil conditions. The count and the method are listed in your written quote.
Will my foundation go back to perfectly level?
The goal is to stabilize the structure and lift it where that is practical. How much correction is possible depends on the age and construction of the building and how long it has been moving.
How long does a repair take?
It depends on the method and the amount of work. We give you an estimate of the schedule in your quote.
Do you offer a warranty on foundation work?
Yes. Our foundation work carries a 30-day warranty. What it covers is stated in your written quote or agreement.
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- Email[email protected]
- HoursMon–Fri 8am–5pm. Weekends by appointment only.
- AreaCorpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas.
- PaymentTerms are listed on your written quote and invoice.