Foundation Repair

Ewing & Ray Foundation Services offers a full range of foundation solutions from installation of a new foundation to repair of an existing foundation. We are equipped to can handle it all from single story to multi-story structures.

In most instances, foundation issues do not need to be considered severe problems. Repair methods most commonly used include installation of concrete piers, helical piers, steel push piers and shallow footings to underpin and/or re-level the problem area of an existing foundation.

What is underpinning?

Underpinning is the process of modifying an existing foundation by extending it to or into subsurface strata that is deeper and more stable than the near surface soil that supports the existing foundation. Underpinning extends the foundation support to depths that provide greater bearing capacity and/or are less affected by climate and soil conditions. If underpinning is properly designed and installed it will provide the basis for lifting the structure to a more acceptable elevation and will provide vertical support to prevent the underpinned areas from settling.

Why do you pressure grout?

After the foundation is lifted, we complete the job by pressure grout pumping the area under the slab. Grout pumping reestablishes the fill that has subsided and prevents water from collecting under the foundation. This also prevents point loading of the slab which helps prevent the potential for future foundation problems.