Post and Piers (also known as piers and beams) are commonly used to support the foundation of houses in the Pacific Northwest. The reliability of the piers and beams under your home is just as important as your crawl space. If you suspect there is damage to your crawl space, you should have your piers and beams inspected as well.
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Concrete piers secure wooden beams into the ground. The wooden beams extend from the underside of the house to the ground, elevating the house and creating a crawl space.
Post and pier repair replaces piers and posts under a house’s foundation when structurally unsound.
If there is significant damage to the piers, we will recommend a skilled professional to help replace the damaged piers.
The most common reason post and pier repair is needed is due to natural deterioration over time. After a house is built, it may shift and settle into its foundation, which wears on the pier and beams located underneath the home. The soil beneath your home can also move due to moisture changes and erosion. This movement can cause the piers and beams to be unstable.
In the Pacific Northwest, moisture is no stranger. Beams may absorb moisture and lead to rotting, which is a sure sign that post and pier repair is needed. Water exposure can also lead to the deterioration of the concrete piers at an accelerated rate and may cause mold and mildew to grow in the crawl space. If your crawl space has flooded in recent months, your beams may need to be replaced. Crawl Pros will inspect your crawl space and foundation to determine if water removal & remediation or crawl space encapsulation is also needed.
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Crawl Pros is dedicated to providing the most effective solutions to ensure your home is protected. Our team will not only recommend the best course of action, but we will take the time to explain your unique situation and answer any questions you have.
If you suspect your crawl space has been damaged by water, mold, pests, or has shifted over time – contact Crawl Pros and we’ll inspect your home, provide a free estimate, and get to work to better your crawl space and foundation.
If we see signs that there are pests in your crawl space or attic while we are servicing your space, we will tell you promptly and refer you to our full-service pest control division, Pest Pros.
