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Foundation Settlement and Leveling in Tennessee

Signs of serious foundation damage in Tennessee include wall cracks, sticking windows, tilting chimneys, and jamming doors, all due to foundation settlement. A settled foundation needs to addressed or the result can be complete failure of the foundation itself. The problem will only worsen in the future, so it’s best to fix the problem as soon as possible.

There are various solutions for leveling settling foundations in Tennessee. A drastic method, but not necessarily an appropriate fix to the problem, would be to rebuild the foundation.

This process is very lengthy and costly. In addition, major disruption is done to your home and landscaped lawn. This option merely replaces the damaged foundation with another one- which can fail in turn over time. A more cost-effective and reasonable solution includes installing piers to support the foundation.

American Foundation & Basement Repairs utilize the Foundation Supportworks push pier and helical pier systems to help restore your home back to normal. Meet with one of our foundation experts for a free foundation leveling quote.

Foundation Supporting Piers in Tennessee

Foundation piering installed in Tennessee is usually designed with a rugged steel pier and bracket. The bracket is designed to connect the pier to the foundation footing, while the pier itself extends downwards to strong stable soils. These piers last for more than a hundred years. There are two types of foundation piers: helical piers and push piers, each pier having individual strengths. American Foundation & Basement Repairs of Tennessee is a certified installer of the Foundation Supportworks, Inc. (FSI) line of galvanized steel foundation piers- Meet with one of our professionals and get a free inspection and quote today!

Helical Piers Available in Tennessee

FSI foundation helical piers are ideal for supporting lighter structures such as patios, porches, and steps. These piers are installed within a day and provide long-term support. Helical piers are created with a steel shaft and corkscrew-like end. Each pier needs an area around the foundation to be dug out and then the pier is placed into the earth below the structure. A bracket is attached to the footing of the structure, and to the helical pier shaft. Helical piers install seamlessly in older or weaker structures and are often times used for new construction projects.

Push Piers in Tennessee

FSI foundation push piers, provided by American Foundation & Basement Repairs of Tennessee, allow for the greatest foundation support. These piers are thrust into the ground, down to bedrock or stable soils, offering an appropriate solution for homes and heavy structures. Because they install with very little friction, they can penetrate deeply without warping or bending. Push piers are also able to be used in low-impact interior installations.

Once installation of the push piers is complete, the structure can then be lifted to a more solid, level position. As the foundation is lifted, cracks in stucco, drywall, brick, and exterior finishes may close up.

Sticking doors, leaning chimneys, and jamming windows can be mended, and the value of your investment is greatly restored! American Foundation & Basement Repairs offers free inspections and estimates to homeowners in Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Johnson City, as well as areas surrounding Cleveland, Kingston, and Maryville in TN.

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