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This presentation explains the types of slab piers commonly used in Texasu2014such as concrete pressed piers and steel piersu2014and walks through the step-by-step process of installation, from inspection and digging to lifting and leveling.
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HOW SLAB FOUNDATION PIERS WORK TO STABILIZE YOUR HOME UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF PIERS IN FOUNDATION REPAIR
WHY FOUNDATION STABILITY MATTERS 02 01 Slab foundations can settle or shift due to soil movement A stable foundation ensures the structural integrity of your home 03 03 Piers help lift and support the foundation to its original position Next Project
WHAT ARE SLAB FOUNDATION PIERS? DEFINITION & PURPOSE Steel or concrete supports installed beneath your slab Transfer the weight of the house from unstable soil to load-bearing strata Commonly used in foundation repairs for sinking or cracked slabs
CAUSES OF FOUNDATION ISSUES Why Slab Foundations Need Piers 01 Expansive clay soils 02 Poor drainage or plumbing leaks 03 04 Tree root intrusion Soil erosion or compaction
1. 2. Small holes are dug around the foundation Piers are driven deep into the ground (steel or concrete) 3. Hydraulic jacks are used to lift the slab 4. Foundation is leveled and secured 5. Excavated soil is backfilled
Types of Slab Foundation Piers Cost-effective, used in stable soil conditions Concrete Pressed Piers: Steel Piers: Ideal for deeper, more unstable soils Screw-like piers, often used for lighter structures Helical Piers:
BENEFITS OF USING PIERS Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Duis vulputate nulla at ante rhoncus, vel efficitur felis condimentum. Proin odio odio. HOW PIERS STABILIZE YOUR HOME: Prevent further settlement and structural damage Restore home to original level Long-term stability and increased property value Lifetime warranties often available Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Duis vulputate nulla at ante rhoncus, vel efficitur felis condimentum. Proin odio odio.
Red Flags for Foundation Problems : Cracks in walls, floors, or ceilings Sticking doors and windows Sloping floors Gaps around doors or windows
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