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Pier & Beam

Traditional Crawlspace Home Foundation Repair

Until concrete slab foundations became affordable in the middle of the twentieth century, pier and beam or “crawlspace” foundations were the standard in home construction. These are the style of homes you’re likely to see throughout central Oklahoma City as well as in older parts of Edmond, Moore, Midwest City and other towns and suburbs.

Just like all foundations in central Oklahoma, crawlspace foundations are subject to damage and settling due to moisture exposure, movement of clay soils, erosion and the simple aging of construction materials.

Damage Over Time

Settling
Sagging
Moisture Exposure
Aged Materials
Soil Shifting
Expansion/Contraction of Clay
Heaving
Erosion of Substrata

Repair Home Foundation Damage | Oklahoma Foundation Repair
Home Foundation Repair Services | Oklahoma Foundation Repair

What to Look For

Foundation damage isn’t always obvious. Look for these telltale signs:


Cracks in the floor


Separation along exterior walls


Stuck windows and doors


Ill-fitting trim and molding


Uneven floors


Cracks in brick or stone and mortar


Offset concrete


Don’t Be Alarmed

In most cases, signs of foundation movement aren’t an emergency. But they do warrant inspection and attention from foundation repair specialists.

FOUNDATION MOVEMENT
is Common

PROBLEMS
can be Fixed

REPAIRS
are Affordable

Learn more about foundation repair basics

Pier and Beam Foundation Repair Process

1

Evaluation

Oklahoma Foundation Repair will assess your crawlspace foundation for settling, heaving, separation or any other issues and determine whether these indications call for attention or action.

2

Estimate

We will determine the methods of repair to stabilize your home’s foundation, then present you with our recommendation and estimated costs for these repairs.

3

Base Pad Installation

We install pre-engineered base pads to act as the point of contact between your home’s substructure and the ground. 

4

Beam Installation & Support

The new base pads support triple 2”x6” beams, which carry the structure’s load over a larger area and reduce individual points of contact.

5

Structural Replacements

We will remove and replace any wooden posts being used as supports under the home, properly reorient any cinderblocks and replace wood shim packs with steel shims at points of contact. If necessary, Oklahoma Foundation Repair will replace joists, sill plates and subflooring.

6

Adjustment

Measurements are taken and adjustments made via shimming to level and stabilize the home.

7

Cleanup

Oklahoma Foundation Repair will clean up the area.

Get an Expert Opinion

We’re happy to help inspect, evaluate, and advise homeowners throughout central Oklahoma on any and all foundation concerns. Evaluations, inspections and estimates are at zero cost to you.

Understanding Foundation Repair

Be an educated homeowner – and be armed with the right information to make the best decision regarding your home and its foundation.

About Us

Oklahoma Foundation Repair isn’t your run-of-the-mill pier company. We have the knowledge, experience and – most importantly – integrity to do the job right.