Pier & Beam Foundation Repair New Braunfels | House Leveling

What Causes Pier and Beam Foundation Problems in Texas?

Pier and beam foundation problems in New Braunfels, TX and throughout Central Texas are most often caused by expansive clay soil movement, excess moisture in the crawl space, poor drainage around the home, termite damage, and plumbing leaks beneath the structure. As the highly expansive soils common to this region absorb moisture, they swell, and during dry periods they shrink, creating continuous movement that leads to foundation shifting, sagging floors, and structural instability.

In addition, poor drainage and standing water around the foundation can introduce excess moisture into the crawl space, accelerating wood rot, beam deterioration, and joist weakening.

Termite damage is another major contributor, as it compromises the structural integrity of wooden components, while plumbing leaks beneath the home can saturate the soil and further destabilize the supporting piers.

Over time, these conditions result in pier and beam foundation settlement, uneven floors, and long-term structural damage if not properly addressed.

If you're searching for pier and beam foundation repair near you in New Braunfels, we provide fast inspections and long-term solutions.

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Pier & Beam Foundation Repair and Leveling

Signs Your Pier and Beam Foundation Needs Repair

Sagging or uneven floors
Soft or bouncy floors
Cracks in drywall
Gaps between walls and floors
Damp or musty crawl space

If you notice any of these signs, you may be in need of pier and beam foundation repair in New Braunfels, TX.

When it comes to pier and beam foundations, FiveStar Foundation & Construction is your go-to local pier and beam specialist.

Pier and beam issues can worsen quickly—call today before structural damage spreads!

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Our Pier and Beam Foundation Repair Process

Signs Your Pier and Beam Foundation Needs Repair

Our team performs a detailed crawl space inspection to evaluate the condition of beams, joists, and existing piers, identifying common issues such as excess moisture, poor drainage, termite damage, and plumbing leaks beneath the home. We also check for wood rot and structural deterioration, ensuring any damaged materials are replaced as part of a complete and long-lasting foundation repair solution.

There are multiple ways to repair, support and level pier and beam foundations such as:

Replace failed piers with sonotube piers
Block and base replacement
Beam or joist replacement
Subfloor replacement

Pier and Beam Foundation Leveling

Sonotube Pier Installation

Block and Base Foundation Repair

Pier and beam foundation repair can be conducted by installing sonotube piers. Sonotube piers are installed beneath the pier and beam foundation by excavating a 2ft by 2ft hole into the ground and building a footing using 5,000PSI concrete and #4 rebar. The rebar is first placed in a grid like setting, followed by the concrete to create the footing. A hollow concrete form is placed on top and tied to the footing. A Simpson Strap is set inside of the form to attach the beam to the newly poured sonotube pier. Sonotube piers can range in diameter (8", 10", 12", 18", 24".) The size of the sonotube pier to be used is determined by the size of the beam and how far off of the ground the structure sits.

Block and Base Foundation Repair

Block and Base is a type of pier and beam foundation. These block and base foundations are typically seen most commonly in rural areas and not so much in city areas. Block and base foundations, or pad and block foundations, are constructed of a 16"x16"x4" concrete pad with 8"x8"x16" concrete blocks placed on top. Once placed, this is what supports the wood beams of the block and base foundation. To conduct block and base foundation repair, new block and base stations may need to be added, or repairs may need to be made to the current block and base stations. The structure will be leveled and shimmed off of the block and base stations. Any rotten beam or joist will be replaced as well.