Pier and Beam Repair

Did you know that pier and beam foundations are one of the oldest and most common types of foundation designs especially in older homes? Because of this pier and beam repairs are becoming a skill that is rarely used. Yet at Baytown Foundation Repairs we have foundation repair engineers who specialize in pier and beam repairs! Our teams have years of experience, and they are a knowledgeable team that delivers the highest standards of foundation repairs. So if your house is built on piers and beams and you need repairs, call us today!

Understanding what pier and beam foundation is

A pier and beam foundation can be described as the other option to a slop or basement foundation. A pier and beam foundation will usually have a crawl space that is found under the living space, and they have footings to support the foundation of the house. In pier and beam foundations, you will find that there is a concrete pier that is reinforced with steel, and this forms a solid cage within the pier. These piers are then set on top of a concrete pad that will also be reinforced with steel. Once that is done the foundation beam will rest on top of these piers.

Benefits of a pier and beam foundation

There are benefits to having a pier and foundation, which include having that extra space which is known as the crawlspace. Heating, plumbing, and electricity can be housed in the crawlspace, which saves space inside of the house. A pier and beam foundation has another advantage in that it has a platform construction, it is topped with a wooden platform. This allows it to be more comfortable on the joints and backs when anyone walks across the floors.

What do pier and beam foundation repairs include?

When it comes to pier and beam foundation repairs, it must include leveling the foundation, replacing rotten support beams, replacing the rotten subfloor, and restoring the crawl space that is found under the foundation. All of this should be done after an initial inspection, where the foundation experts can see how to severe the damage is and what repair methods will be needed. House leveling will be needed if foundation settling has taken place yet the floors of the home are unlevel or sloped.

Our services and prices

Baytown Foundation Repair offers not only affordable pier and beam repairs but repairs that are reliable! Our repairs are carried out by qualified contractors who are dedicated to providing repairs that are stable and long-lasting. We offer free inspections to homeowners in Baytown, TX, and free quotes! Our prices will depend on the structural damage to the pier and beam foundation and the size of the home. The bigger the home, the bigger the foundation will be, and therefore the more repairs may be required. We know that our prices and services are worthwhile and that you will be satisfied with your pier and beam repairs!