Dallas Fort Worth Foundation Repair offers Denton Residents economical solutions for their foundation repair projects. Soil conditions in Denton have a very high clay content which can cause problems for foundations. If you are experiencing any visual signs of soil movement such as cracking in the mortar around the brick, cracks in your sheet rock or hard flooring surfaces. or if you have doors that will not open or shut correctly we strongly advise you to call and schedule a free foundation inspection. We are experienced in repairing both residential and commercial structures. Denton has both concrete slab foundations and older style pier & beam homes. We have experience in repairing both types of foundations and we have the training and the structural knowledge to correctly lift both types of structures. We carry a 2 million dollar liability policy with a multi-family project endorsement so we meet all HOA and property management requirements.

CONCRETE PIERS - $275 PER PIER

We install hydraulically pressed concrete piers for just $275 per pier. We push these piers to bedrock or refusal and they have one of the lowest failure rates of all pier types in use. Most repairs take 1-2 days and you are able to stay in the home during most repairs. If interior piers are required we do all the interior work in one day so you may still occupy the home. We also offer steel piers and concrete drilled and poured piers. Give us a call to schedule a free, no obligation foundation inspection. It only takes 3-40 minutes and we will provide you with a written report and with a repair design if repairs are needed.

THE FOUNDATION REPAIR PROCESS IN DALLAS AND FORT WORTH

Most of our projects start with a phone or a website inquiry. We offer free foundation evaluation's for all property owners with residential foundations or commercial foundations who are having foundation settlement or upheaval issues. During this initial visit we use a state of the art measuring device called a Zip Level that uses atmospheric pressure to measure and record your current floor elevation readings to give us insight on where the foundation is moving and how much deflection the foundation has. This device is accurate to 0.05 inches. With the use of the Zip Level we are able to quickly detect exactly where your foundation has dropped downward or heaved upward. This information is then forwarded to our structural design team and a repair is designed on CAD and reviewed and approved by management. We then send a written estimate & cad designed repair by email to the customer. Prior to the start of any repairs our repair design is reviewed by an independent engineer and any modifications the engineer recommends are implemented and added into our repair design. During the initial visit we will check your property to confirm the storm water is draining correctly away from your foundation. If we find any incorrect drainage we will recommend ways to correct the drainage and divert water away from your foundation. Sometimes it is something as little as removing flower beds that are obstructing the drainage, adding gutters with downspouts, or in some instances installing drains with collection boxes to divert excess rainwater away from your homes foundation preventing further damage. In extreme cases it might be necessary to regrade your yard and install french drains or a direct drainage system.

Any necessary drainage repairs will be added to the estimate as it is very important to fix the cause of your foundation problem while repairing the damaged foundation and returning it to it's original level state. Once this is completed we have masonry crews that will repair any cracks in the mortar that was damaged by the shifting of the homes foundation. Our crews complete most foundation repair projects in less than three days. If you are a property owner in the Dallas or Fort Worth area who is experiencing foundation movement and settlement please contact us for a free, no obligation foundation inspection.

REASONS FOR FOUNDATION ISSUES IN THE DALLAS FORT WORTH METRO-PLEX

Expansive Clay Soil: The DFW area area is known for its expansive clay soil (Blackland Prairie). This type of soil significantly changes volume with moisture content. During wet periods, it swells, and during dry periods, it shrinks. This constant movement puts a lot of stress on foundations, leading to cracks, shifting, and other problems.
Drainage Issues: Poor drainage around your home's foundation can exacerbate soil movement. When water pools near the foundation, the soil becomes oversaturated and expands. Conversely, if water drains away too quickly, the soil can dry out and contract rapidly. Issues like improper grading, clogged gutters, and short downspouts contribute to this.
Plumbing Leaks: Leaks in underground plumbing can saturate the soil beneath the foundation, causing it to shift and potentially leading to foundation damage.
Tree Roots: Large tree roots growing near your foundation can extract moisture from the soil, causing it to shrink. They can also physically push against the foundation as they grow.
Poor Soil Compaction: If the soil wasn't properly compacted during the construction of your home, the foundation can settle unevenly over time.
Poor Construction Practices: Inadequate site preparation or the use of subpar materials during construction can also compromise the foundation's integrity.

FOUNDATION REPAIR METHODS USED IN DENTON

The best repair method will depend on the specific issues affecting your foundation. Some common repair techniques include:

Pressed Concrete Piers: Concrete cylinders are hydraulically pushed into the ground to stabilize the foundation. In the Dallas and Fort Worth area Concrete Pressed Piers are one of the most affordable and reliable methods used to stabilize foundation movement.
Steel Piers: Similar to concrete piers but made of steel are considered more durable and can be driven to greater depths. Steel Piers in Dallas and Fort Worth are needed if depths to bedrock exceed 20 feet.
Hybrid Piers: Our Hybrid Piers combine 3 sections of interlocking steel pipe with a steel penetrator tip which locks into the bedrock. The steel pier sections are connected with a steel transition plate to (holed) concrete piers which are driven downward with a steel rod inserted in the center of the piers. This steel rod helps to align and holds the pressed concrete piers together and protects against shearing. This hybrid pier can be driven deeper like steel piers but with the durability of concrete piers and delivered at a cost effective price.
Drilled - Poured Concrete Piers: Drilled piers are used when structures are not heavy enough to use a pressed pier. Some foundations with wood facades require drilled piers.
Helical Piers: Helical piers with screw-like anchors are drilled deep into stable soil to provide support.
Pier and Beam Repair: For Pier and Beam Foundations, repairs might involve replacing damaged wood, adding or adjusting shims, or installing additional piers for support.
Drainage Correction: Installing French Drains, surface drains, and improving grading to direct water away from the foundation.
Root Barriers: Installing Root Barriers to prevent tree roots from encroaching on the foundation.
Slabjacking (Mudjacking): This involves pumping a grout mixture under the concrete slab to lift and level it.