Foundation Repair Photo Album: Stabilizing Settling Foundation in Dunedin, Florida
Joan in Dunedin, Florida, noticed cracks beginning to form along the exterior walls of her home, prompting her to contact LRE Foundation Repair for a full inspection to check for settlement issues. Having experienced similar problems in the past, she wanted to act quickly before the situation grew worse. After a thorough inspection, our Design Specialist confirmed foundation settlement had occurred and created a customized plan using our helical pier system to lift and permanently stabilize the home. Joan approved the plan, and our team began installing each pier beneath the affected side of the house until reaching stable soil layers. The piers were then securely bracketed to the foundation’s footer, transferring the home’s weight to solid, load-bearing soil. Once stabilized, our team carefully lifted the foundation back into place, ensuring permanent support. Thanks to these repairs, Joan no longer has to worry about further settlement and can enjoy lasting peace of mind for years to come.
Hairline Exterior Wall Cracks
Small hairline cracks had appeared in the exterior walls of the home, an early sign that the foundation was settling.
Installing Helical Piers
With the use of specialized equipment, the LRE team begins driving each helical pier deep into the ground beneath the home until strong soil layers are reached.
Stabilizing Foundation with Helical Piers
Once the helical piers are in place, the LRE team will proceed to transfer the weight of the home to the stable soil layers below and lift the foundation back into its proper position.
Complete Helical Pier Installation
The LRE team has successfully installed the helical piers, and the home's foundation is now permanently stabilized. The team will then proceed to backfill the previously removed soil to conceal each pier and restore a seamless appearance.
