Park Hill, Oklahoma Foundation Repair Methods

The soil conditions and unpredictable weather in Park Hill, Oklahoma can cause a variety of different issues for foundations. Foundation failure can result from erosion, soil shrinkage, poor compaction, vegetation growth, poor compaction, or increased hydrostatic pressure. Whatever the cause of your foundation, it is vital to contact an expert from Pierman Foundation Repair Services to fix the problem immediately. The following are common signs of foundation failure: floor cracks, wall cracks, ceiling cracks, bowing or leaning walls, sticking windows or doors, sloped or uneven floors, and wet basement or crawlspace.

If you notice any symptoms of a foundation problem in your home, you may be suffering from a foundation problem. The most common types of foundation problems are:

• Foundation Settlement: This can be caused by poor compaction of the soil, foundation movement from increased hydrostatic pressure, or void formation due to erosion or soil shrinkage.
• Foundation Shifting: The movement of a foundation may be caused soil movement beneath the foundation, the growth of roots beneath the foundation, or increased hydrostatic pressure pushing on the foundation.
• Foundation Cracks: If the foundation settles unevenly, it may lead to crack formation. Stress from pressure in the soil can also cause foundation cracks.
• Bowing Foundation Walls: If the walls in your basement or crawlspace have started to lean or bow, it may be a sign that outside pressure is causing foundation issues.

All of these issues can be fixed with a solutions from Pierman Foundation Repair Services. For settling and shifting foundations, we offer underpinning services. The installation of steel push piers pr helical piers, which anchor into deep the ground to provide support and stabilization will support and lift sinking or settling foundations. Polyjacking can also repair settling foundations by filling voids beneath the foundations. For bowing or leaning foundation walls and shifting foundations, we can install helical tiebacks to apply opposite lateral pressure and straighten the foundation walls. No matter what type of foundation problem you have, Pierman Foundation Repair Services can help you out.

Waterproofing Solutions for Park Hill, Oklahoma and Muskogee, OK

When it comes to foundations, another important service is waterproofing and drainage. It is a good idea to examine your foundation, basement, and crawlspace for signs of a water problem. Common symptoms of a water issue include:

• Water pooling or flooding
• High humidity
• Condensation on ductwork
• Mold or mildew growth
• Musty odors
• Wet or damp insulation
• Damp walls
• Water stains and damage
• Wood rot or metal rust

If you see any of these signs in your home, it is time to invest in waterproofing solutions from Pierman Foundation Repair Services. We offer surface drainage and exterior drainage to keep water from pooling around your foundation, and to lower the saturation of water in the ground around your home. This will prevent water from seeping through the concrete, or through foundation cracks. We also offer crawlspace encapsulation, the installation of a vapor barrier in your crawlspace to seal out moisture. This service is prefect if you have a damp humid crawlspace or suffer from crawlspace mold and mildew.

If you live in Park Hill, Oklahoma, contact us today. We can provide you with an affordable and personalized solution for your water problem or structural problem.