Foundation Repair Photo Album: Stabilizing Foundation and Closing Wall Cracks in Venice, Florida
Pam from Venice, Florida, noticed cracks forming in the exterior walls of her home, which made her worry that the foundation might be settling. She reached out to LRE Foundation Repair for a thorough inspection, and we promptly sent our expert Design Specialist to evaluate the situation. After a careful assessment, the specialist confirmed that unstable soil beneath the home had caused the foundation to settle.
To address the issue, our specialist developed a detailed plan to permanently stabilize and lift the foundation using our helical pier system. Pam approved the plan, and our team installed each helical pier deep into the ground beneath the foundation, transferring the home’s weight to stronger, load-bearing soil layers below. The foundation was successfully lifted back into place, closing the cracks in the walls.
Pam was delighted with the results and relieved to know that her home is now permanently stabilized against future settlement damage.
Stair-step Wall Cracks
Stair-step pattern wall cracks had appeared in the exterior walls of the home, prompting the homeowner to seek out a professional inspection of their foundation.
Horizontal Wall Cracks
The appearance of horizontal wall cracks along the base of a home is a common sign that the foundation has settled.
Installing Helical Piers
The LRE team starts the installation of helical piers by excavating soil to expose the foundation's footer, then driving the piers deep into the ground beneath the home.
Complete Helical Pier Installation
The helical piers have been successfully installed and securely bracketed to the foundation's footer, effectively transferring the home's weight to stable soil layers below and providing permanent stabilization.
Concealing Helical Piers
Once the LRE team has successfully installed each helical pier and stabilized the foundation, the previously removed soil is then replaced to provide a seamless appearance.
