Do you notice sagging floors, leaning walls, or damp areas under your home? These are common signs your crawl space foundation needs repair. Problems like soil settlement, wood rot, and poor drainage can weaken your home’s structure fast.
We use proven foundation repair methods like steel piers, wall bracing, and drainage systems to restore support and protect your home from further damage.
What Is a Crawl Space Foundation?
Basic Features of a Crawl Space
A crawl space foundation sits off the ground and usually has an exposed earth floor. These spaces range from about 1 foot to 4 feet in height. Some may be as tall as 7 feet. Crawl spaces are common in older homes and can hide many problems if not checked often.
The walls are often made from cinder block or concrete, and the floor joists are closer to the ground compared to full basements. Because of their design, crawl spaces are more likely to hold moisture or shift over time.
Common Crawl Space Foundation Problems
We often see these issues during inspections:
- Bowing walls from soil pressure and water buildup
- Settling walls or leaning supports
- Sagging floors due to rotted or weak joists
- Wet crawl space floors from poor drainage or clogged gutters
- Main girders are not resting on proper footings
Pro Tip: Keep gutters clean and slope soil away from the home to reduce crawl space water problems.
Need expert help with crawl space foundation repair? Contact Olson for a free consultation.
How Do We Handle Crawl Space Foundation Repair?
Our Step-by-Step Approach
We look at each job based on the condition and layout of the crawl space. Here’s how we typically repair crawl space foundation problems:
- Install foundation piers: We use steel piers to lift and support the home where the soil has settled.
- Brace or rebuild walls: If walls are bowing or cracking, we reinforce them to stop further movement.
- Repair or replace floor joists: Weak or rotted joists are fixed to restore the level flooring.
- Level floors and beams: We adjust girders and beams to fix sloping or dipping areas in your floor.
- Improve drainage and water control: We may add sump pumps, French drains, or better grading around the home.
Can You Add a Concrete Floor?
Yes. Some homeowners want to pour a new concrete floor in their crawl space. We can dig out the space and install a floor and new walls if needed. This is a larger job, but it may be right for homes with major damage or moisture issues.
What Does Crawl Space Foundation Repair Cost?
Every project is different, so pricing depends on what your home needs. Costs may include:
- Foundation piers for lifting support beams
- Joist repair for sagging floors
- Wall bracing or rebuilding
- Waterproofing and drainage improvements
Key Takeaway: The longer you wait, the more repairs may cost. Early fixes are faster and often cheaper.
Why You Should Fix Crawl Space Issues Now
Putting off repairs can lead to:
- Uneven floors or cracked walls inside your home
- Mold or rot from constant dampness
- Foundation movement that risks the whole structure
Crawl space foundation repair helps restore your home’s strength and protects its value. We use tested systems and professional crews to make sure repairs last.
Call Olson for Trusted Foundation Help
If you’ve seen signs like sagging floors or wall cracks, don’t wait. We’ve helped many homeowners fix crawl space foundation problems before they got worse.
Call Olson today to schedule a free quote and let us take care of your crawl space the right way.
