Seattle Foundation Repairs

Residential foundation repair contractors require an expertise all their own and a company licensed and experienced to deal with them. A healthy balance between the foundation and the surrounding property equals a healthy building.  Primary Causes of Foundation Problems: Clay soils are predominant in this region and cause most of the foundation issues in residential buildings. They act like a sponge soaking up large quantities of water and expanding. This in turn exerts enormous pressure on the foundation. The result: · Cracked foundations or walls · Windows and doors that stick · Uneven floors · Bowed basement walls · Separating or leaning chimney Long dry periods can similarly cause drying, contraction of the soil, and sinking of foundations. This is characterized by; cracking around windows or vents, deteriorating mortar and cracked floors. Landscaping absorbs water, especially the trees, creating an uneven water situation or excessive dryness, causing more contractio