Foundation Repair Needs Rise from Effects of Harsh Winter Weather

Foundation repair methods are a necessity for homeowners and business owners to salvage a foundation that has become distressed due to recent harsh winter weather. ConcreteNetwork.com now offers new information on the most effective methods for repairing foundations— slabjacking and piering. The site covers their advantages, how each process is done, how to choose the correct method for a specific problem and more.

Calimesa, March 12, 2010 – Possibly having adverse effects, harsh winter weather may soon take its toll on concrete foundations around the country. Home and business owners can now visit ConcreteNetwork.com for updated information on foundation repair methods, should they encounter a problem. Outlining the two methods for repair— slabjacking and piering— the site offers articles covering method overviews, how to choose the correct method, advantages, how each process is done and more.

Choosing the right type of foundation repair method is the first step in the process. For smaller slabs, such as driveways, pool decks and others, the most commonly used method is slabjacking. For larger problems, like commercial building foundation shifting, piering is typically used.

Before a method can be chosen, it is important to determine what is causing the distress. There are several factors that contribute to the settlement and movement of foundations. Winter weather, in regards to heavy rain and snow, can cause drainage problems, eroding or consolidating the soil underneath the foundation. Other reasons for failure include building on unsuitable soils like expansive clay or improperly compacted fill soils, or improper maintenance around foundations are just a few.

For further information on these foundation repair methods and to find a foundation repair specialist, visit ConcreteNetwork.com.

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