Downspout
The earth is replaced, and the downspouts are put back in to divert water away from the home's foundation.
After
The earth around the dig site is replaced. It needs to settle naturally on its own, so expect a mound of dirt for a while after the project is completed!
Time to dig!
First, soil is removed from the area where the helical pier will be installed. Helical pier sections are mechanically "screwed," or advanced, into the soil.
Piers going in!
Once proper depths and capacities are achieved, heavy duty steel foundation brackets are positioned below and against the foundation footing. The weight of the home is then transferred through the helical piers to deep, competent soils. Lifting the home back towards its original position is attempted. Then, the soil around the foundation is carefully replaced.
Piers Close up!
Once proper depths and capacities are achieved, heavy duty steel foundation brackets are positioned below and against the foundation footing. The weight of the home is then transferred through the helical piers to deep, competent soils. Lifting the home back towards its original position is attempted. Then, the soil around the foundation is carefully replaced.
Before
The home at the initial inspection. The brick is starting to separate on the side of the home.
