Foundation Crack Repair with Push Piers in Glenelg, MD
Challenge
A homeowner in Glenelg, MD became concerned after noticing visible cracks along the foundation walls inside the basement. Foundation cracks can be an early sign that a home is settling unevenly, especially when they continue to grow or appear near doors, windows, or other structural areas.
During our inspection, the team at NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair found that foundation settlement was causing the cracking in the basement. As the soil beneath the home shifted, sections of the foundation began to sink, placing stress on the walls and structure above. Without professional foundation repair, the settlement could have continued and caused additional cracking, uneven floors, sticking doors, and other structural damage.
Solution
To stabilize the Glenelg home, our team installed push piers around the affected sections of the foundation. These heavy-duty steel piers were driven deep into stable, load-bearing soil beneath the home. The weight of the structure was then transferred from the unstable soil onto the pier system.
The push piers provided permanent support and helped lift the settled foundation back toward its original position. Once the repair was complete, the foundation was stabilized and protected against further settlement. The homeowner was relieved to have a structurally sound home and greater peace of mind knowing the basement foundation cracks had been properly addressed.
