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Foundation Repair &
More in Durant

Here at Pierman Foundation Repair, we know how serious structural repairs can be in Durant and the rest of our Oklahoma service area.

Hearing that your Durant home needs foundation repair or that your crawl space is suffering from moisture problems is never easy.

It is our goal, therefore, to make the repair process as easy for our clients as possible. We pride ourselves in doing quality work on time for every one of our customers.

Here are some of the services we provide in Durant, Oklahoma:

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Foundation Repair

We Make Sure Your Durant Foundation Is Fixed Right

Foundation problems can come in many forms, affecting everything from the foundation walls all the way up to the chimney. Possible symptoms include:

And, unfortunately, the longer you wait to get your foundation fixed, the worse these symptoms will get. 

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How We Do Foundation Repair

We pride ourselves on choosing the foundation repair solution that is best for your specific problems, not the one that is easiest for us.

If your foundation problems are caused by the soil beneath your home settling under its weight, however, there is a good chance that foundation piering is going to be needed.

In foundation piering, we drill or sink piers deep into the ground, all the way to bedrock if need be. Those piers are then attached to your foundation, allowing them to do what the soil could not, providing a strong, stable base for your foundation.

Piering not only levels your foundation, it keeps it level.

You don’t want to have to go through foundation repair twice. That is why it is important that you hire a company that is skilled and experienced enough to get it right the first time, a company like Pierman.

Pier and Beam Repair

Expert Pier and Beam Foundation Maintenance and Repair

Not all foundations are the same, and the solutions that work best for a slab foundation aren’t necessarily the best for a pier and beam home.

If your Durant home has a pier and beam foundation, it is important to hire a foundation repair company that is skilled in dealing with them. There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solution in foundation repair.

While some of the issues have the same cause (like weak or expansive soil), the needed repairs are different.

Here are three problems that might need to be fixed on a pier and beam house.

1. Sinking Piers

There are a number of materials used as piers in pier and beam houses, everything from metal to concrete, bricks to cinder blocks.

While all of these materials provide strength in and of themselves, those that simply sit on the soil below are ultimately only as strong as that soil. If one begins to sink, suddenly the beam above it isn’t getting the requisite support.

If that happens, you might need to replace the pier with something one anchored beneath the surface rather than just sitting on top of it.

2. Damaged Beams

Unless they were either installed incorrectly or made of a substandard material, there is a good chance that damage to the beams is a symptom of a different problem, either with the piers supporting them or moisture invading the crawl space.

That being said, though, fixing the underlying problem won’t do much good if the beam has already been weakened too badly. In this case, beams might also have to be replaced.

3. Rotting Floor Joists

You know how we said that water problems in your crawl space could impact your pier and beam foundation’s beams? The same holds true for your floor joists.

Moisture problems can lead to not only problems like mold and mildew, but also wood rot. And when your floor joists begin to rot, you will notice.

Are your floors suddenly feeling spongy? If so, and you live in a house with a crawl space, there is a good chance that wood rot has compromised your floor joists.

In this case, we can replace the damaged joists while also taking care of the moisture problems through crawl space encapsulation so the structural issues don’t just come back again.

Drainage Systems

Prevent Water From Damaging Your Home

Whether it is seeping into your basement or weakening the soil beneath your foundation, water can wreak havoc on a home if it doesn’t drain correctly.

Rain will fall, and simple solutions like gutters and downspout extenders can only do so much, especially if poor grading or other issues cause the water to flow right back to your foundation.

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French Drains: An Exterior Waterproofing Solution

Water isn’t a problem for homes by itself. But when too much water pools in one spot, especially if it is near your home, then it can cause damage.

The solution, then, is to direct the water where it won’t cause damage.

This is where French drains come into play. French drains use a trench filled with perforated piping and gravel to direct the water away from your foundation. Instead it will flow to an area of your where it can naturally seep into the soil or flow away without causing damage.

Crawl Space Encapsulation

Protect Your Home from Mold, Mildew & More

Unless you use it for storage, chances are you don’t think that much about your home’s crawl space.

That is, until there is a problem.

And if there is a problem with your crawl space, moisture is the likely culprit, be it actual flooding or simply a damaging level of humidity.

Thankfully there is a solution that can keep your crawl space dry and eliminate the harmful impact it can have on your home: crawl space encapsulation.

 

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What is Crawl Space Encapsulation?

In crawl space encapsulation, we basically seal off your crawl space so that moisture can’t enter through the walls or floor.

We do this, in part, by utilizing a vapor barrier installed along all surfaces that can keep your crawl space dry.

Even if you are not currently experiencing water problems in your crawl space, encapsulation is worth looking into as a preventative measure given the seriousness of some of the issues crawl space moisture problems can cause.

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Call us or fill out a form today for one of our foundation repair experts to give you a free estimate. Our technicians will inspect your property and come up with a plan that provides quality work at an affordable price. Our promise to you is to provide excellent service and complete your project in a timely manner.

At Pierman, we understand that foundation issues can be a source of stress and confusion for homeowners, especially when it comes to your home in Durant, OK. That’s why our mission is to provide clear and concise information about the cause of damage, repair solutions, and process. Our goal is to ensure that every homeowner we work with feels well-informed and confident in their decision to choose Pierman for their foundation repair needs.

We specialize in foundation repair, house leveling, crawl space encapsulation, pier and beam repair, and drain system solutions. Our service area includes Durant and the surrounding areas of Oklahoma, and we pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and quality workmanship. With our team of experts, we have the knowledge and experience necessary to address any foundation issue, from cracks in walls and floors, to uneven floors, and more.

It is our goal to explain to the best of our ability what is going on with your home and then give you the repair plan that is right for you and your home in Durant, OK.

We know you spend most of your time in your home and you want it to be right and not feel like it is going to fall apart. Our technicians will be glad to take a look and give you an honest assessment and repair plan. At Pierman, we have found most people are relieved when they find out what is really going on with their home.

We hope you will allow us the opportunity to show you what we can do as your local Oklahoma Foundation Repair Professionals to help improve the condition of your home.