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What issue are you experiencing?
Cracks, water intrusion, crawl space moisture, settlement, etc.
Cracks, water intrusion, crawl space moisture, settlement, etc.
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Unlike homes with basements or crawl spaces, a slab floor is solid concrete with no structural wood flooring system. For homes with this type of floor, soft soil or bad compaction is almost always the culprit. Once the soil is compromised, the slab will shift, and this creates the sagging or sinking effect. Pressure from that shift will sometimes crack the slab itself, causing high and low places in the flooring. To fix this type of damage, you need concrete slab repairs.
Water is a probable suspect, as it seeps into the ground around your foundation. The sill plate, wood beams, and floor joists are all vulnerable to this; these wooden components on top of your foundation are the wood framing system that supports your floor. Because it has direct contact with the concrete and can be over the exposed soil line, it often falls victim to water intrusion. Once water intrudes and saturates the wood, this leads to deterioration. It’s this deterioration that causes the floor system to fail.
But you don’t have to have standing water under your house to cause structural decay. High humidity can also damage the beams and joists that hold up your subfloor. Wood is highly porous and readily absorbs water from the air. Over time, this water saturation softens and rots the boards. As they decay, they compress under the weight of your home, lowering your floor sometimes by several inches.
Lack of building codes- or outdated ones- are another concern. A main support beam, the post that spans the length of your home, should be sized proportionately and supported every few feet. In many homes, the beams may not be the correct size or the support posts are installed too far apart. This over-spanning puts greater stress on the beam and makes it more likely to sag and potentially even fail.
Along the same lines, if your home is more than 50 years old, it’s also possible that inadequate materials are to blame. When a home is built, sometimes the beams or joists are not the correct dimensions. When this happens, a contractor will install a shim; a shim is a thin piece that adds a minimal lift to ‘even out’ the installation. Many times in construction, that shim was usually another piece of wood; at Acculevel we use steel shims to prevent compression or rot. These shims also allow us to increase the overall surface of the bearing load, so that the beam it’s supporting is not crushed by the weight of your home.
Technology is another age-related factor. New solutions and materials are always in development, but they take time to become commonplace. Before the 1970s, pretreated or pressure-treated lumber was not widely available or regularly used by builders. Lumber installed in its original ‘raw’ form is more vulnerable to insects and water damage.
New trends in home design can have a negative effect if a remodel doesn’t take the weight of the raw materials into account. Many older homes aren’t built to carry the load of solid granite countertops or stone-tiled floors and walls. Recreational items like a pool table or hot tub will also add significant weight to your floor system. These are all items that can put additional stress onto an already failing wood structure.
Contact Acculevel! We provide free estimates on sagging floor repairs.
A challenging issue of water intrusion in Gary's basement was addressed. The team installed necessary equipment, including a sump pump and a discharge line, to prevent further water damage. With attention to structural integrity, this project in zip code 46041 was managed efficiently, costing approximately $3,400.
Near Frankfort, IN
We tackled a critical foundation repair for Brian in the 46041 area, focusing on providing essential support on the main levels. The red brick foundation showed significant settling and noticeable damage. This comprehensive repair, estimated around $7,900, ensures the structural integrity and safety of the home.
Near Frankfort, IN
We are addressing a significant structural repair at the home of Patricia and James in zip code 46041. The project involves tackling water damage from a past flood, which has led to unlevel floors. Given the challenges of a low crawl space at about 15 inches, we're carefully removing and replacing flooring to restore stability. This critical repair is estimated at around $21,000.
Near Frankfort, IN
We are currently working on a crucial waterproofing project for Allison, involving significant foundation repair measures. The basement has shown signs of water seepage from the floors and cracks in the walls. Our team is focused on reinforcing these vulnerable areas to prevent further moisture intrusion. This comprehensive repair effort in the 46041 area is priced at around $18,110. The property is being prepped with Tyvek HomeWrap for added protection.
Near Frankfort, IN
We've completed a crawl space renovation in zip code 46041 to address unevenness in the home. The project involved fixing structural gaps where the walls and ceiling meet, stemming from foundational issues. Additionally, we explored solutions for encapsulating the crawl space to prevent future problems. The job cost approximately $6,039.
Near Frankfort, IN
Addressed water seepage in Karla's cement-floored basement. Our team focused on waterproofing the cinder block walls to prevent further water intrusion. The job, performed for approximately $12,700, ensures improved structural integrity in zip code 46041.
Near Frankfort, IN
Addressed sloping kitchen floor and cabinet separation in a mid-1800s home in zip code 46041. The focus was on minor repairs to prevent further issues, keeping future buyers' interests in mind. The work ensures structural integrity without diving into major renovations, suitable for the owner's plan to sell the home soon. Estimated project cost was around $17,700.
Near Frankfort, IN
In Frankfort, we addressed structural repairs on a mid-1800s house with noticeable floor sloping and shifting cabinets in the kitchen. Our work focused on underpinning and reinforcing the crawlspace to stabilize the home’s foundation. Estimated at about $17,700, these repairs ensure the home's structural integrity is maintained, especially crucial as the homeowner plans to sell soon.
Near Frankfort, IN
Wendy needed some urgent attention for her mid-1800s house with a noticeably sloping kitchen floor. The structure was beginning to show signs of wear, with cabinets pulling away. To prepare for an upcoming home sale, minor repairs were prioritized to ensure the safety and integrity of the home. The project was completed in zip code 46041, approximately costing $17,700.
Near Frankfort, IN
