This section of the home displays stair-step cracking and separation along the block wall, a clear sign of foundation settlement. The movement has caused the wall to shift outward, indicating that the soil beneath this corner has weakened and can no longer properly support the structure.
Crews began addressing the foundation settlement by installing helical piers beneath the affected wall. In this phase, the team is using specialized hydraulic equipment to drive the steel pier sections deep into stable soil layers. This process creates a solid foundation base that will later be used to lift and permanently stabilize the structure, preventing further cracking and movement.
After driving the piers to the proper depth, steel brackets were installed and attached to the home's footing. These brackets transfer the structure's weight to the stable soil layers reached by the helical piers. This setup allows the crew to lift and permanently stabilize the settled section of the foundation, reducing wall cracks and preventing further structural damage.
After installing and securing the helical pier system, the home's foundation was successfully lifted and stabilized. The once-visible cracks along the block wall have been closed, and the structure now rests on solid, load-bearing soil. This final result showcases how helical piers provide a permanent solution to foundation settlement, restoring both safety and structural integrity to the property.
