Foundation Repair Services | Corpus Christi

Slab Foundation Repair

Do you have foundation problems? Just like in every other part of life, preventive maintenance is more economical than a total overhaul. The same applies for foundations. If you neglect the warning signs today, the cost could increase dramatically tomorrow.

Our experts at Streem Foundation Repair are well-acquainted with the problems that homeowners face in South Texas. Due to the  excessive humidity and extreme heat, as well as the dominant existence of clay in the soil, your home is susceptible to issues that our professionals are uniquely qualified to detect and repair.

 

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Are you seeing signs of foundation problems?

Some of the most common signs of foundation issues include uneven and sloping floors or walls, doors or windows that no longer close properly, and cracks in the foundation, the floor or floor tiles – horizontal cracks in particular.

  • FOUNDATION CRACKS
  • HORIZONTAL WALL CRACKS
  • BASEMENT WALL CRACKS
  • CEILING CRACKS
  • BOWING WALLS
  • STICKING WINDOWS & DOORS
  • RISING OR SINKING OF THE FOUNDATION FLOOR
  • CRACKS IN THE CONCRETE BEAM BELOW THE SIDING
  • SEPARATION OF WOOD TRIM AT EXTERIOR CORNERS
  • SEPARATION OF BRICK ADJACENT TO WOOD SURFACES

If you notice any of these warning signs, be sure to contact a professional as soon as possible.

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If you have any of these problems present in your home, contact us. We carry the proper licenses and insurance coverage to provide professional structure repairs to your home or business   Our decades of experience in South Texas foundation repair has produced the awesome and affordable foundation repair solutions you need to endure for the life of your home or business.

Professional, lasting foundation repair

Streem Foundation Repair offers several foundation repair options to correct these problems. Because we offer more than one type of repair option, we don’t try to make your problem fit our solution. We tailor your foundation repair to your home, area and budget.

All of our solutions involve installing pilings beneath the slab to absorb the load of the building and transfer it below the structure to a point that provides strong support and is no longer influenced by the hydration level of the soil above. For clay soils, this typically means placing piles at a depth of 15-30 feet below the surface. 

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Why Do Foundations Have Problems?

Because of rapid temperature fluctuations that can occur throughout the year, every homeowner will eventually need to do some type of foundation repair. Seasonal drying and drought conditions can sometimes occur in South Texas (including the Coastal Bend). This can cause the soil around your home to shrink, while excessive rainfall can cause it to expand. This shifting and moving of the ground can put stress on your foundation, which will eventually cause it to crack.

Foundation Repair Methods

The foundation repair method being used will depend on the surrounding soil, climate, foundation build, as well as any other outstanding problems with your home. Non-structural cracks in your foundation are often vertical or diagonal and are usually caused by the expansion and contraction of the concrete. Structural cracks run horizontally and are caused by settling soil.

A foundation repair specialist should be able to determine the cause of the problem and give you a recommendation on how to solve your specific issue, but here are some of the common methods that are used for foundation repair:

  • Sealants and Masonry Patches — Cracks in the foundation can sometimes be repaired by patching the crack and covering it with a waterproof masonry sealer. It’s important to find any foundation cracks early, because it supports your entire home.
  • Slab Jacking — Also referred to as “mud jacking,” this method is used to lift concrete that’s uneven or sinking. This method is suitable for small jobs (such as raising porches, steps, decks, waterways, garage floors, and driveways).
  • Piling — Concrete pliers, pressed pilings, steel piers, and bell bottom piers are some examples of piling types that are used for foundation repairs. All of these methods will give you a long-term solution to your foundation problem and will do a better job of bringing it back to its original level.

The solutions we suggest at Streem Foundation Repair will give you a permanent fix. The options you have available for your specific situation will depend on a number of factors, so make sure to speak with a foundation repair specialist for more information.

Avoiding Foundation Problems

You can avoid foundation problems by keeping it damp. The easiest way to do this is to buy soaker hoses that you can place around your foundation. Watering your foundation during dry or drought-like conditions can lower your chances of having a foundation problem. During the wetter season, you need to have a drainage system around your home, so the water can move away from it. If the soil becomes too wet, the foundation will lose its support (which can eventually damage your foundation).

If you’re looking for one of the best places for foundation repair in Corpus Christi, be sure to get in touch with Streem Foundation Repair.