Moisture problems often start where they go unnoticed the longest. A damp or wet crawlspace can lead to mold, wood rot, higher energy bills, and foundation damage long before visible signs appear. Water intrusion below the home affects framing, insulation, and indoor air quality over time. Waterproofing a crawlspace early...
Water showing up where the floor meets the wall often ties back to how the drain tile was installed. If the drain tile sits 2 or 3 feet away from the footing, or higher or lower than it should, water can reach the joint first. Below, we explain how a...
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 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...