Foundation repairs begin with an inspection. Once we've concluded a repair is necessary we will walk you through the repair and document that in a quote and job description, with warranty specifics. Foundation repairs can feel overwhelming when you feel uneducated about the process. When you work with Structural Systems, we’ll be careful to walk you through the process so that you feel well informed.

Signs of foundation issues: Cracked bricks, cracked foundation, cracked walls, cracked floors, uneven floors, bulging floors, separation around windows or walls, misaligned doors and windows, sticking doors.

Waterproofing is a fundamental aspect of creating a building envelope, which is a controlled environment. It prevents mold and mildew from getting into the walls and floor. This makes waterproofing essential to structural integrity and health. It reduces maintenance costs and clean-up. With a waterproofed structure, the homes foundation wall is properly sealed, perimeter french drains and downspout lines installed, and a proper grade improved.

What Is Crawl Space Encapsulation? Crawl space encapsulation refers to the addition of a heavy-duty moisture barrier to the dirt floor of your crawl space, sealed foundation vents, insulated walls, and special crawl space dehumidifier(s). Crawl space encapsulation improves air quality, eliminates insect infestation, increases healthy living conditions, prevents mold and mildew issues, prevents structural damage, and increases energy efficiency.

Foundation settlement happens when soil shifts beneath a home. Swift action should be taken to prevent structural damage from occurring to the home. The most common causes for foundation settlement have to do with changes that occur to the soils around the foundation and the soils that are responsible for supporting the entire structure.

Vapor barriers should be part of a moisture control strategy for a home. A vapor barrier is a material that reduces the rate at which water vapor can move through a material.

Also known as screw piles, helical piers help to stabilize your foundation. These piers are installed down into stable soil, permanently stabilizing your foundation. These piers are ideal for lighter structures, and contractors use them to help lift foundations and restore floors to their original position.

Grid drainage is the best way to divert excess water away from the foundation of your home. If water does not have a proper drainage path, it could, overtime, deteriorate the soil underneath the home causing foundation settlement.

What is a Structural Letter? A structural letter is a letter, by a structural foundation expert that is acceptable to the building inspector, which gives instruction for correcting a structural defect noticed during an inspection.