If your foundation is cracked, buckling, or has other damage, our experts can restore your home to a safe, functional condition in Boston.
No homeowner wants to deal with foundation repair, but foundation problems can affect your home's safety, appearance, and value. If you've seen issues such as floor cracks, bowing walls, or other foundation damage, Logan Masonry Specialists can help. We will find the source of your problem and provide you with a quality foundation repair solution.
Structural repair and alteration needs tend to develop for many different reasons in Boston homes. Cracking, uneven floors, doors improperly closing, or stuck windows are typical signs that structural repair or alterations are required.
For standard repairs, you can visit our masonry repair services for Boston.
The extent of the damage to your Boston home can be determined by an extensive investigation by one of our highly experienced technicians. Our technicians look for signs and indications of structural damage or problems, whether obvious or subtle. Some of the signs we look for:
Visible evidence of exterior and interior distress such as cracks in brick, stucco, concrete, stone surfaces, wood siding and drywall surfaces
- Foundation wall cracks
- Foundation vertical offsets
- Excessive floor deflections
Signs of material deterioration such as concrete reinforcing corrosion, steel member rusting and delamination, concrete spalls, masonry breaking apart and wood rot
Next, we determine the cause of the problem. There are many causes that could create the problem. We need to determine the cause or potential cause to make sure it is addressed or the signs above will reappear, which include:
- Vertical foundation movement
- Poor drainage and maintenance of waterproofing systems around the exterior structure
- Major loading changes on the structure such as mechanical equipment, snow and wind
- Damage caused by vehicle or equipment impact
- Construction defects
- Material issues or failures
- Original design-related issues
The structural repairs or alterations require specific procedures, tools and techniques to ensure the job is done right. Repairs may involve strengthening or upgrading existing structural capacity due to new loadings, alterations or improvements.
If you believe you may need structural foundation repairs in Boston, contact Logan Masonry Specialists today and see how we can help on 617 337 7576.