Foundation Repair in Utah
The foundation of a building is very important when it comes to that structure’s ability to stay standing, and as a result, prevent it from collapsing or shifting around. A foundation helps to create a flat and level basis for the building, hold the immense weight of the finished project, and separates certain flooring that is susceptible to rotting like wood from the ground below.
The material that is used in a foundation is usually dependent on when the house or structure was built, ranging anywhere from stone to lumber, however, the most widely used material is concrete by far. Utah foundations may be a flat, concrete slab, or they may consist of several piers/posts that are organized to efficiently keep a structure standing.
Foundations are not invincible, though. There are many factors that may lead to the weakening of a foundation, and this is why foundation repair companies exist. Utah foundation repair businesses, like Rhino Foundation Systems, work to maintain and fix these weaknesses; attempting to bring the foundation up to its point of origin, which becomes more difficult to achieve with time. Some of the factors that can harm or shift foundations around are as follows:
- Problems with the soil below (soil shifts, soil expansion, etc.)
- Weather (excessive rain/snow that may cause leaks and water damage)
- Earthquakes may cause the foundations to crack or break
Termites are another factor, but they really only have an effect on foundations made up of wood-based materials. The elements listed above are some of the most common, though not the only potential hazards.
A good foundation is there to keep homes from collapsing, but there are instances where this cannot be guaranteed. It is vital that a Utah foundation repair company be contacted as soon as possible if any problems with the foundation arise. A damaged foundation is extremely problematic, as it will get increasingly worse with time. The sooner a foundation repair company is contacted, the less risk of collapse or permanent damage to the structure there is. Doing so will also save time and resources, as the higher the damage, the more costly repairs will be.
Being aware of what can affect a foundation negatively can help a person to prepare to get a repair company out to their location early to mend any potential damage before it gets any worse. Keep an eye out for some of the following:
- Moderate/Severe weather shifts
- Noticeable change in soil moisture
- Changes with physical features of the building (warped objects, cracks, gaps between cabinets and walls, etc.)
If any issues arise or have been previously noticed, contact a us before the damage gets worse.
*Remember, any amount of moisture, small cracks even doors sticking where they didn’t used to is not a good sign.*
Any signs of settlement are worth looking into!
Learn more about foundation repair options and how it might change your home’s life!