For over 10 years now, Fort Worth Foundation has provided superior foundation repair services to the residents and business owners in the DFW metroplex area. Our family-owned company adheres to strong safety protocols! With us, the safety of you and your home is a top priority!
Our entire team of foundation repair experts, our Certified Foundation Inspector, and our Certified Geologist are licensed, bonded, and insured. We use only state-of-the-art equipment and are experts in Pro-Lift technology.
When you entrust Fort Worth Foundation with your foundation repair needs, you can rest assured that you’ll receive the finest quality foundation repair services anywhere in our region! We guarantee it 100% and provide you with a lifetime and transferable warranty!
What is a pear and beam foundation?
A true pier and beam foundation consists of piers, also called pedestals, that are embedded into the ground and spaced with wood beams supporting the floor joists. There are two major factors that affect the integrity of a pier and beam foundation. The wood must be of high quality and protected from deterioration.
What are the benefits of beam foundations and pier foundations?
Pier and beam foundations are normally very stable. They are usually less expensive to repair than a concrete slab foundation. The key to maintaining the benefits of a pier and beam foundation is to make certain that the wood doesn’t rot and decay.
Pier and beam foundations are extremely common in older homes built in established neighborhoods. Homes that have been built prior to the late ’50s usually have a pier and beam foundation. They raise homes above the ground to protect the house from flooding and moisture accumulation.
There is a crawl space nestled between the ground and the lower floor which permits plumbing and electrical wiring to be installed and easily accessed. In contrast, a concrete slab foundation would have to be broken in order to get to the damaged pipes and wires.
Are there disadvantages to having a pier and beam foundation?
Yes. The biggest disadvantage of having a pier and beam foundation is the cost. Raising your house so that it doesn’t sit directly on the ground is always more expensive. Over time, your floors will begin to sag, creak, and slope.
The crawl space will have rotted wood and be prone to moisture accumulation, leading to mold and mildew. Furthermore, rodents and insect pests can begin to invade the crawl space. When the wood is rotted and water has accumulated, the wood will need to be replaced and drainage repairs will be needed.
Do you have a pier and beam foundation? Are you noticing signs that you need foundation repair and drainage repairs? Contact Fort Worth Foundation today at (817) 402-3972 to schedule a free inspection of your foundation!
We are a member of the Texas Association of Builders, BBB Accredited, on The Good Contractors List and Homeadvisor Screen Approved. Don’t delay in contacting us when your pier and beam foundation is showing the above-mentioned problems!