Your Guide To Pier And Beam Foundation Repairs

There are two base types of pier & beam foundations. Those with a concrete grade beam around the perimeter and those without.

With a Concrete Perimeter Beam

If a home has a concrete grade beam, the perimeter can be lifted using pressed pilings (steel or concrete).

Adjusting Interior Floor Levels

The floors of a pier & beam house sit on beams (typically 6 in X 6in). The beams are supported by “piers”. These “piers” are typically either poured concrete piers, Bois d’Arc stumps, or pre-made concrete blocks.

The floor levels can be adjusted by raising the beam off its support and adding or removing steel shims. Sometimes supports (piers) need to be added or changed out if they have failed.

Wood Replacement

On a pier & beam foundation, it is often necessary to replace wood in the crawl space located under the floor. The wood may be cracked or damaged due to moisture and/or insects.

Ventilation Improvement

In a pier & beam foundation, adequate ventilation in the crawl space is required to minimize rotten wood and biological growth. Vents and/or mechanical ventilation systems can be added to reduce moisture build-up and stabilize humidity levels in the crawl space.

Not all companies have the expertise necessary to repair a pier & beam foundation. Fortunately, the employees of Structured Foundation Repairs, Inc specialize in these types of repairs. To learn more about our foundation repairs services in the DFW area, give us a call at 972-484-1200 or visit our website.