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In a newly built home near Athens, TN, a homeowner named John noticed unsettling cracks forming at the corner of his garage. Concerned about the potential for structural damage, he contacted Master Services for an inspection. Our team quickly identified that soil erosion had caused the foundation to settle, leading to a noticeable stair-step crack in the garage corner.
To address the issue, we installed two helical piers—large screw-like supports designed to anchor the home into stable ground, preventing further settling. With the piers in place, the foundation is now secure, giving John peace of mind that his home will remain stable for years to come.
In a newly built home near Athens, TN, positioned on the side of a small hill with red clay soil, a homeowner noticed a troubling crack forming on the first floor. Concerned about the possibility of foundation damage, they reached out to Master Services for an expert assessment. Our inspection revealed that the combination of hillside construction and the clay-rich soil led to foundation settling, which caused the noticeable crack.
To resolve the issue, we installed four helical piers, screw-like supports that stabilize the home by anchoring it to solid ground. This solution prevents further settling, and with the piers in place, the foundation is now secure. The homeowner can rest easy knowing their property is protected against future shifts and will remain stable for years to come.
The foundation of their basement concrete was shifting and lacked the necessary support. Through the use of carbon fiber strips stabilized and reinforced cracks in a block foundation, which helped the home from further foundational damage in the future.
If you've experience similar issues in your home, give Master Services a call today to get your home back in shape and protect it for the future!
In Dayton, TN, a home experienced foundation settlement, a common issue when the ground beneath shifts or erodes. To address this, we installed helical piers, which are akin to large screws, to securely anchor the home to stable ground nearby. Given the presence of red clay soil, we strategically drilled holes and installed the helical piers. These devices, connected to the footing with steel brackets, ensure stability, keeping the house secure for years to come.
The installation team from Master Services effectively tackled a tipping foundation wall issue in Dayton, TN, using a combination of Wall Plate Anchors and Geo Locks. Over time, excessive moisture from nearby terrain caused the front wall to move forward, a phenomenon known as hydrostatic pressure. Recognizing the need for a permanent solution, the homeowner aimed to convert the area into additional living space. By deploying Wall Plate Anchors, the team stabilized the wall by connecting it to the stable surrounding soil, enhancing the overall structural integrity of the house. The installation process was carried out efficiently, causing minimal disruption to both the interior and exterior of the property.