Foundation Heaving & Leaks

What Does Advanced Do?

Advanced Foundation Repair specializes in addressing issues caused by foundation heaving and slab leaks, ensuring long-term stability and safety for your home. Our comprehensive process includes:

1. Soil Borings: Taking soil borings to determine how much potential upward movement remains and identifying the extent of foundation heaving.
2. Identifying Water Sources: Pinpointing sources of water that are driving the heaving process and working to cut them off.
3. Plumbing: Check for and repair foundation leaks from plumbing lines, sewer lines, sprinkler lines, and pool lines.
4. Soil Injection: If possible, employ soil injection / chemical injection to halt the heaving.
5. Foundation Leak Repair: If there is the potential for significant upward movement and the source of water can not be identified or cut off, perform mechanical foundation repair.
6. Foundation Drainage: Ensure that water is draining away from your foundation.
7. Gutters & Downspouts: Examine how water from the roof drains away from your foundation.

What Type of Warranty Does Advanced Offer?

Advanced Foundation Repair is the only foundation repair company to offer a warranty specifically against foundation heaving. Because each situation is unique, warranties vary according to the soil characteristics, the nature of the building, and the type of repair approved by the owner. For details, please contact Advanced Foundation Repair.

Foundation Leaks & Foundation Heaving

What causes heaving – are foundation leaks an issue?

Yes, foundation leaks can significantly contribute to foundation heaving. For very light items (relatively speaking) such as sidewalks and patios, heaving can be cause by a variety of factors. Some of the most common are tree roots, pressure from adjacent structures, and expanding soils. For heavier structures, such as houses and large buildings, expanding soils are always the cause of upward movement. Slab leaks, in particular, can exacerbate these conditions, leading to more extensive damage over time.

What Is Foundation Heaving?

Foundation heaving refers to the upward movement of a foundation, sidewalk, or other structure caused by moisture accumulation in expansive soils. This movement can result in uneven surfaces and structural instability.

HHow Do I know If I Have Foundation Heaving?

When a foundation heaves, it moves upwards, creating noticeable shifts in the structure. The best way to identify foundation heaving is to perform an elevation survey of your foundation and prepare a contour diagram. These diagrams can pinpoint the areas of heaving and their severity. Common indicators include circular domes over areas with sewer or water lines beneath them, which are often associated with slab leaks. Contact us to schedule an evaluation and learn more about addressing foundation heaving and related issues.