Common Causes of Foundation Problems

Soil type

Many Texas and Oklahoma homes were built before soil analysis was routinely performed; clay and sandy soils in particular are prone to expansion, contraction, and shifting.

Settling

All homes settle over time naturally, but if different parts of your home have sunk or sloped further than others, it’s time to call Pier King.

Sloping

If your home site was improperly graded or it sits at the bottom of a hill, foundation problems could develop as a result of gradual soil and debris accumulation, flash floods, or erosion.

Poor Drainage

If your home never had gutters, or sits on a hard soil bed, water accumulating around your foundation will eventually cause it to swell, shrink, or crack.

Plumbing Leaks

Even the smallest, slowest water leak from an underground pipe can cause extensive foundation problems.

Poor Construction

While most Texas and Oklahoma contractors are careful to build to code, some still take shortcuts resulting in foundation damage.

Slab Foundation Repair

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Pier and Beam Foundation Repair

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Drainage Solutions

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Wall Straightening

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