Foundation issues often show up as cracks in walls or doors that no longer close the way they should. These signs clearly point to problems that need real structural support. That’s why we often recommend a helical pier foundation to stabilize and protect structures. In many cases, helical piers work...
House leveling restores a home’s foundation to its proper elevation using hydraulic steel piers and controlled lift points. The goal is to correct the settlement and stabilize the structure without transferring stress to other sections of the foundation. At Foundation 1, we rely on precision equipment and measured lift techniques...
Water can create expensive structural issues when it reaches the basement. This is why many people ask how the system does its job, how a sump pit collects water, and how the pump should work to move it away before it spreads through the foundation. Below is a short overview...
Water pooling near a house can lead to foundation damage and soggy yards. One of the best fixes is a French drain. The cost for French drain installation depends on the size of the project and site conditions. From our experience, these systems are priced by the linear foot. They...
A bowing basement wall is a warning that your foundation is under strain. Soil and water put pressure on the outside of the wall, pushing it inward. Left untreated, this problem can lead to large cracks, water leaks, or even a full wall failure. We see this most often in...
When heavy rain hit Kansas City, KS this summer, it caused severe flooding across the area. The McNewton Community Outreach Center was one of the places hit hardest. A wall in their event space collapsed, stopping their programs, interrupting food distribution, and leaving families and youth without needed resources. At...