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A common sign of foundation failure is sloping or uneven floors. This is a problem that some homeowners do not take seriously, as it is often dismissed as one of the home’s many peculiarities, something that gives the home “character”. In actuality, a sloped or uneven floor could be a symptom of major foundation failure, and should not be taken lightly. If your floor becomes sloped, contact the foundation repair team at Foundation Professionals of Florida. We can help you find a solution that will return your floor to normal and keep your home’s foundation strong and stable. For foundation lifting and leveling in Florida, give us a call today.

Sloped or uneven floors are often an indicator of a settling or sinking foundation. Foundation settlement usually occurs when there is a change in the moisture content of the soil underneath, or if the soil shifts. When there is excess water in the soil, it can erode, causing voids to open up beneath the foundation. The foundation sinks into these voids, leading to settlement and sometimes even foundation cracks. The same thing can happen during dry spells, when the lack of moisture in the soil leads to soil shrinkage. This shrinkage can cause the soil to shift, creating the same type of voids caused by erosion. No matter what causes your foundation to settle, it is a problems that should be taken care of as soon as possible.

It may be difficult to tell whether or not your floor is sloped or uneven. That is why it is important to examine your home and check for other signs of foundation failure, such as: wall cracks, floor cracks, sticking doors and windows, settled porch or stoop, and water leakage. If you notice any of these signs in your home, come to Foundation Professionals of Florida.

Solutions for Your Uneven Floor

steel pier sloping floor

The installation of foundation piers is a great way to repair uneven or sloped floors resulting from foundation settlement. The first step in this process is to drive the steel push piers into the ground beneath he settling foundation until they reach the stable soils below the shifting layers. Then, the weight of the structure is transferred onto the piers, and they are used to stabilize the foundation and lift it back to its original level. This should even out any sloped floors on the interior of the home.

If you notice that your floors have become sloped or uneven, do not wait to contact a professional foundation repair contractor. The longer you put off taking care of the problem, the more expensive and complicated the repairs will become. Foundation Professionals of Florida are here to take care of all of your settling foundation needs. Contact us today for more information!

If you are dealing with a shifting foundation, contact the foundation repair experts at Foundation Professionals of Florida. Don’t wait until the problem requires complicated and expensive repairs. We provide you with quality solutions for your foundation problems. Our team is ready to get to work making your home a safer place. Call us today for more information!