Slab foundation repair in South Texas
Find out why your slab is moving, then stabilize it.
A slab foundation sits directly on the ground, so when the ground moves, the slab moves with it.
Most homes and many commercial buildings in South Texas are built on concrete slabs. A slab can crack, settle, tilt or heave when the soil under it changes.
We find out what is happening and why, explain it in plain terms and give you a written quote before any work starts.
- Homes, commercial buildings and industrial sites
- We look for the cause, not just the crack
- Written quote before work starts
- Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas
What can go wrong with a slab
- Settlement
- Part of the slab sinks where the soil is soft, washed out or poorly compacted.
- Heave
- Part of the slab is pushed up when clay soil swells with moisture.
- Cracks
- Cracks from shrinkage, movement or both. Their width and pattern matter.
- Uneven floors
- Sloping, sagging or bouncing floors inside the building.
- Plumbing leaks
- Water under the slab can wash away or soften the soil that supports it.
- Drainage problems
- Water pooling next to the foundation changes soil moisture and strength.
Why slabs move in South Texas
Clay soils swell when they are wet and shrink when they are dry. Long dry spells followed by heavy rain, tropical storms and poor drainage make that cycle harder on a slab.
- Clay soil that swells and shrinks with moisture
- Drainage that sends water toward the foundation
- Plumbing leaks under or near the slab
- Large trees close to the building pulling moisture from the soil
- Soft or poorly compacted fill under the original slab
If you think your slab is moving
You do not need to guess. A few simple steps help, and then an assessment tells you what is really going on.
- Photograph cracks and write down the date
- Note any sticking doors or windows and sloping floors
- Keep gutters and downspouts clear and move water away from the building
- Call us for an assessment and a written quote
Common questions
Can a slab foundation be repaired?
Often, yes. The right repair depends on what is causing the movement and how far it has gone. We assess the slab and the site before recommending anything.
What's the difference between a slab and a pier and beam foundation?
A slab is a concrete pad poured on the ground. Pier and beam raises the floor above a crawl space. This page covers slab foundations. If you have a pier and beam foundation, call us to talk it through.
How do I know if my slab is settling?
Look for cracks in floors, walls or brick, doors and windows that stick, floors that slope, and gaps where walls meet floors or ceilings. Our guide to the signs of foundation problems has a full checklist.
How much does slab foundation repair cost?
It depends on the cause, the size of the problem and the building. We assess the slab and send a written quote before any work starts.
Do you repair commercial slabs too?
Yes. See our commercial foundation repair page for industrial and commercial buildings.
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.
Get a slab repair quote
972-535-9023Call or text, or send the form and we'll get back to you during business hours.
- 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.