Foundation Repair Photo Album: Foundation Stabilization in Dingess, WV

A homeowner in Dingess, WV, found cracks in the concrete inside and around their home, leading them to believe there were foundation problems. The Alford crew also discovered moisture problems that needed addressing. We installed helical piers and slab piers to stabilize the foundation, lifted and sealed the concrete, and completed a full encapsulation with a sump system and dehumidifier to combat the moisture problem. Now the homeowner can feel safe in their home for many years to come.

Wet, Moldy Crawl Space

We found the crawl space in a wet and moldy condition. Water seeped through the walls and microbial growth spread, causing weakened floor joists, adding to the foundation problem.

Unstable Brick Foundation

The exterior of the brick home had shifted out of alignment, creating gaps, which meant this was a foundation settlement problem in need of immediate repair.

Cracked Concrete Slabs

Cracked, uneven concrete slabs were discovered inside and outside the home, which our crew lifted and leveled back into place with PolyLevel and sealed using NexusPro crack repair.

SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier

We placed a powerful dehumidifier to keep the crawl space continuously dry and allow clean air to circulate the home.

Wall Insulation and Drainage Matting

Before adding the CleanSpace liner, we installed SilverGlo wall insulation along the walls to boost energy efficiency and drainage matting on the ground to allow water to properly drain toward the sump.

Helical Pier Installation

We installed helical piers to permanently stabilize the foundation. These galvanized piers are screwed deep into the soil using mechanical equipment and can even lift a foundation back into its original position.