Cracked or Bulging Foundations

Cracks and bulges are caused by ground pressure from clay-type soils. If the wall movement is under 1", then the engineered steel method may be used.

Engineered Steel Method (when wall is bulging under 1 inch)

• Engineered steel structures are anchored professionally to the concrete floor and footing along the bottom, and skillfully attached to the upper floor joists or to the added joist supports on non-bearing walls for additional strength.
• Engineered steel structures are grouted in with hydraulic cement for future expansion or contraction.
• Engineered steel structures are anchored approximately 32" on center, depending on engineer's report.
• All broken block and mortar joints are remortared or tuckpointed.
• All engineered steel structures are guaranteed per proposal or up to 20 years.
  

Permits may be required and can be included upon request.