Foundation Repair Photo Album: Stabilizing Foundation using Push Piers in Black Mountain, NC

Our team recently completed a foundation repair project for a customer whose home, situated on a rocky mountainside, had experienced significant settlement. To address this issue, we installed our foundation push pier system, which included the use of spreader beams for additional support.   The installation process began with a thorough assessment of the site and the extent of the settlement. Once the assessment was complete, we excavated around the foundation to expose the footings. Steel brackets were then attached to the footings, providing a secure connection point for the push piers.   The foundation push pier system consists of steel piers that are hydraulically driven into the ground until they reach stable, load-bearing soil or bedrock. This process ensures that the piers can support the weight of the structure. Once the piers are in place, they are load-tested to ensure their capacity to support the structure.   To provide additional support, we used spreader beams. These beams are placed between the piers and help distribute the load more evenly across the foundation. This not only enhances the stability of the structure but also ensures that the weight is evenly supported, preventing further settlement.   The combination of the foundation push pier system and spreader beams proved to be an effective solution for this challenging project, providing the homeowner with a stable and secure foundation.