Sinking or Uneven Floor Repairs in Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston
Uneven or bouncy floors are often a sign of structural issues below the surface, and we correct them by stabilizing the issue and restoring proper support where it’s needed.
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Solutions For Uneven Floors
Settling, Sinking Concrete Floors
Since masonry is more likely to break than bend, concrete floors that are uneven are generally cracked and/or broken as well.
If your foundation is settling, it may be lifting the concrete floor as the rest of the foundation experiences movement.
There are also times where the slab floor can lift or sink independently of the walls. Concrete slab floors crack and settle when the soils underneath them shrink, settle or wash away.
Likewise, a concrete slab will lift, or “heave”, when the soils underneath expand.
A concrete slab can move independently of adjacent foundation walls, or along with them. Since settlement isn’t uniform, one section of a slab may be elevated as another section sinks down.
The Solution:
Slab floors that are sinking independently of the walls can be repaired with a slab pier system, shown on the right. These piers are placed in cored holes in the floor, extending down to competent soils to hold your floor in place. They can even be used to lift a slab back to its original, level position.
If the floor is cracked and uneven because of foundation settlement, then your contractor will recommend either foundation push piers or helical piers to stabilize the entire foundation. Foundation piers can also be used to lift the foundation to its original position in some cases.
What Causes Uneven Floors?
Crawl Space Structural Issues
Crawl Space Structural Issues
- Wood Rot & Moisture: High humidity, leaks, or poor ventilation in the crawl space can lead to wood rot and mold, which deteriorate and weaken the wooden floor supports.
- Settling Support Posts: Existing concrete block or wooden support posts may settle into weak or saturated soil.
- Inadequate Support: The original construction may have had insufficient support posts, or the spans between supports were too wide for the load, leading to gradual sagging.
Foundation Settlement
Foundation Settlement
Settling Concrete Slabs
Settling Concrete Slabs
Expansive Soils
Expansive Soils
Under-Sized Joists or Beams
Under-Sized Joists or Beams
Common Issues Accompanying Uneven & Bouncy Floors
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The Best Solution For The Problem
Our Process for Repairing Uneven Floors
Thorough Inspection & Root Cause Analysis
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Customized Solution Design
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Preparation and Installation
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Structural Stabilization & Leveling
- For foundation settlement, piers are installed and typically used with hydraulic lifting equipment to carefully raise the settled foundation back towards level, which in turn levels the floors.
- For crawl space issues, SmartJack® supports are adjusted to lift and permanently stabilize sagging floor joists and beams, removing dips and bounce.
- For concrete slabs, PolyLevel® foam fills voids and lifts the slab from beneath to achieve a level surface.
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Wood Repair/Replacement (if needed)
05
Site Restoration
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Why Choose Cantey for Uneven Floor Repair?
Expert Diagnosis
We specialize in accurately identifying the underlying structural causes of uneven floors, whether they stem from the foundation, crawl space, or concrete slab.
Comprehensive Solutions
We offer a full range of proven and patented solutions from Supportworks, ensuring we have the right fix for every type of uneven floor problem.
Permanent & Warrantied Repairs
Our solutions like Push Piers, Helical Piers, SmartJack® supports, and PolyLevel® are designed for lasting stability and come with robust, transferable warranties.
Highly Trained Professionals
Our installation teams are extensively trained and certified to perform precise and effective structural repairs.
Minimally Invasive
Our methods are generally less disruptive and costly than traditional demolition and reconstruction.
Restored Levelness & Stability
Eliminates slopes, dips, and bounces, making your floors feel solid, safe, and level again.
Prevents Further Structural Damage
Correcting uneven floors helps alleviate stress on the entire house structure, preventing further cracks in walls, sticking doors, and other issues.
Enhanced Safety
Eliminates tripping hazards and improves overall home safety.
Improved Appearance
Reduces cosmetic damage like cracked drywall and improves the overall aesthetic of your living spaces.
Benefits of Our Uneven Floor Solutions
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