Glossary

Foundation repair stabilizes a home's structural integrity when the soil beneath it shifts or settles. Foundation repair works by addressing these root causes and installing permanent solutions, like deep-driven piers, to transfer the home's weight to stable soil. Rather than quick fixes, a true repair provides peace of mind by halting movement and protecting your home.

Foundation settlement occurs when the soil beneath your home compresses or shifts, causing the structure above it to sink unevenly. This downward movement is often the result of changing soil conditions, poor drainage, or inadequate compaction during construction.

A French drain moves unwanted water away from your home before it can push against foundation walls or seep into living spaces. The system uses a shallow trench filled with washed gravel and a perforated pipe. As rain and groundwater work through the soil, they naturally flow toward the gravel, enter the pipe, and discharge to a safe location away from your foundation.