If your floors are sagging or sloping, it means a portion of the structure below your flooring is failing. That flooring structure is almost certainly made of wood- whether we’re talking about the sill plate, floor joists, or other components. The average cost to repair sagging or sloping floors is approximately $5600. But none of […]
When you have sagging floors, it means one or more of the wooden components of your floor structure is damaged. If you’re not familiar with what these components are, we review all the pieces and parts (and typical repair methods) in this article. Acculevel has been repairing foundations and waterproofing basements and crawl spaces since […]
I’ll bet you already know this, but I’ll say it just in case: floors are not supposed to sag or slope. They should be straight, plumb, level, and stable. So if your floor sags towards the center of your house, this is a clear sign of trouble. The main beam (sometimes called a center beam) […]
When a floor slopes towards the center of the house, or sags in the middle, it usually indicates an issue with the main beam or its supports. Have you ever ventured into your crawl space, to look at the wooden flooring structure below your home? Why not? Sure, they’re dark cramped spaces with dirt floors […]
Floors are going to creak a little bit. That’s a natural side effect of the house settling, seasonal changes in the air, and even the natural process of aging wood. But they should remain level- or very close to it- for generations. So if your floors are sagging or sloping, this is a clear indication […]
Many of us expect our homes to develop creaking or sagging floors. We think it’s normal and inevitable. But just because something is typical, does not mean it should be left unchecked. While a certain amount of settling is normal, you need to make sure you don’t have any underlying issues under your home. Floors […]
Originally posted 5/21/20, updated 12/15/22 Many homeowners find themselves dealing with a sagging floor. I think a lot of us actually equate it to being “normal” for an older home. But if you’re reading this, you probably know a sagging floor is a sign of structural issues, and it’s in your best interest to address […]
Originally posted 6/4/19, updated 11/24/21 Sagging floors are something many of us associate with older homes, assuming it’s just a natural part of the building’s age. But sagging floors are an indication of structural problems, and they can develop in just about any home with the right conditions. Acculevel has been repairing sagging floors for […]
Originally published 8/27/18, updated 11/12/20 Are sagging floors tripping you up? Is your furniture slowly sliding out of place? Does your floor feel bouncy or spongy in certain places? These are more than just a nuisance! A sagging floor is usually a sign that something is very wrong with your home’s structural wooden framework, […]
