BOULDER VERTICAL MOVEMENT
Noticeable issues within your Boulder home, such as cracking in the drywall and brick, should be addressed immediately in order to prevent the issue from growing into something much worse. Sometimes these problems are simply too big for a DIY approach and must be handled by a skilled professional. The foundation repair contractors at Van Matre Construction have the shared goal of ensuring your home is as safe and stable as possible. We make sure this happens in the most budget-friendly way. Our team is dedicated to fixing homes, both old and new alike, and ensuring that they are safe for you to live in for years to come. Contact Van Matre Construction of Boulder at the first signs of foundation damage such as cracking in the drywall or brick, floor sloping, or sticking windows and doors. If you’re in need of foundation repair contractors you’ve come to the right place!
What Causes Cracks in Your Concrete Walls?
Colorado is famous for its weather mood swings. Although it can be beautiful to enjoy summer and winter on the same day, that kind of unpredictable weather creates problems for the foundations of homes in Colorado. The soil in Colorado is susceptible to horizontal movement, thus creating movement in the foundation of homes across the state. As a resident of this state, it’s crucial that you keep an eye on your home for any potential signs of shifting such as cracking in the drywall or brick.
Unfortunately, even newly built homes are susceptible to structural issues due to factors such as lack of maintenance, unstable concrete, and poor drainage, among others. Keep an eye out for signs of foundational damage, including
Drywall Cracking
It is incredibly common for framing to move as a house begins to settle, creating drywall cracking in a number of areas, such as in doorways, windows, and in the corners of rooms.
Brick Cracking
Be on the lookout for stair-step cracking in the brick of your Boulder area home. If you notice any signs of such fractures, contact VMC ASAP to receive a free estimate.
Floor Sloping
If you notice that your floor is not as even as it once was, your home’s foundation may be shifting. Contact our Boulder area foundation repair contractors and we’ll take a look at your home to see exactly what’s going on.
Windows & Doors Sticking
Are your doors and windows getting harder to open and close? Their frames may be shifting with the foundation, making normal functionality more and more difficult. If any of these signs show themselves in your home, reach out to VMC and we’ll fix your foundation ASAP.
More than a Temporary Solution
Van Matre Construction is a dedicated foundation repair company. Our experience, expertise, and cost-effective solutions allow us to complete each project on budget and on time. We can work on foundation problems caused by vertical and horizontal movement, inadequate drainage, and other similar situations that threaten the stability of your home.
With a fleet of vehicles and equipment, we use a range of foundation repair methods to address certain kinds of support problems, like:
Drainage
If you need an interior or exterior foundation drain, cut-off drain,a surface French drain or have other drainage needs Van Matre Construction can help.
Leveling
This process injects grout mixture into the space beneath the foundation, and corrects the foundation’s leveling. It’s an affordable option, but one that isn’t always right and will be ineffective against shifts and settling.
Piering
Placed around the foundation, helical piers allows us to bury deep down the layers of soil to find solid footing. This offers a permanent solution (if done correctly) to a foundation problem.
Lateral Movement
More commonly known as horizontal movements, this event occurs when the soil underneath your house expands. It’s imperative to address walls that are bowing in due to lateral movement.
If your foundation is heaving upwards or settling, Van Matre Construction has the solution. Depending on your soil type and how the foundation is moving, VMC can design a reliable, cost-effective, permanent solution.
Call Van Matre Construction or fill out our contact form today.
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If your windows or doors used to open and close easily and are now tight or rubbing,you could be experiencing foundation movement.
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