Eight foundation situations and six material guides, from old stone and clay soil to block, poured concrete, piers and lifting foam.
Every situation has a page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Project situationOlder and Historic HomesCentury-old foundations have stone, soft brick and lime mortar. They need a gentle hand and the right repairs.Learn more 
Project situationNew Construction and AdditionsNew homes and additions need footings that match the soil. Here is how we work with builders and…Learn more 
Project situationHillside and Sloped LotsHouses on slopes face soil creep, water runoff and tall walls. Here is how we support them and…Learn more 
Project situationClay Soil and Wet YardsMiddle Tennessee clay swells when wet and shrinks when dry. That movement is behind many cracks, leaks and…Learn more 
Project situationBuying or Selling a HomeA foundation can be a hidden cost for a buyer and a sticking point for a seller. A…Learn more 
Project situationStorm and Flood DamageAfter heavy rain or flooding, foundations can shift and basements can fill. Here is how to protect your…Learn more 
Project situationCracks and Sticking DoorsDoors that stick, cracks over windows and floors that slope are the signals foundations send. Learn what they…Learn more 
Project situationMusty Basements and Crawl SpacesA damp, earthy smell is a sign of moisture below. Fix the source and the whole house smells…Learn more Honest guidance on how poured concrete, block, stone, pier and beam, steel piers and lifting foam behave and what to watch for.
Material guidePoured Concrete FoundationsPoured concrete is strong, seamless and common in newer homes. Here is how it works, where it cracks…Learn more 
Material guideConcrete Block FoundationsBlock foundations are common in mid-century homes. They are strong in compression and weak sideways. Learn the signs…Learn more 
Material guideStone and Brick FoundationsStone and brick foundations carry many of Nashville older homes. Here is how they work and how to…Learn more 
Material guidePier and Beam FoundationsA pier and beam foundation lifts the house above the ground on posts. Learn how they work and…Learn more 
Material guideSteel and Helical PiersSteel piers carry sinking foundations to firm ground. Learn the differences between push piers and helical piers.Learn more 
Material guideLifting Foam and GroutFoam and grout both raise sunken concrete. Here is how they differ and how we choose between them.Learn more Five quick questions about what you see and where, and a clear answer on the services to explore.
Call us and we will visit, look closely at your foundation, crawl space or slab and give you a clear plan and a written scope.
