Foundation repair in South Texas
Structural repair and stabilization that stops movement and protects what's above it.
If your foundation is moving, cracking or settling, we find out why and fix it.
We repair and stabilize slab and pier and beam foundations on homes and commercial buildings across South Texas. Every job starts with an assessment of the structure and the soil, and you get a written quote before any work starts.
Whether you call it foundation repair, foundation leveling or house leveling, the goal is the same: stabilize the structure, correct the movement where it makes sense, and deal with the water or soil conditions behind it.
- Slab and pier and beam foundations
- Homes, commercial and industrial buildings
- Free written quote before work starts
- Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley and the rest of South Texas
Why foundations move in South Texas
Much of South Texas sits on clay soil that swells when it is wet and shrinks when it is dry. A long dry spell followed by a hard rain, or a tropical storm after a drought, pushes and pulls on a foundation again and again.
Over time that movement shows up as cracks, sticking doors and sloping floors. It affects new homes and old ones, slab foundations and pier and beam foundations, houses and commercial buildings.
Water makes it worse. Poor drainage, gutters that empty beside the foundation and plumbing leaks all change how wet the soil is, and how well it holds the building up.
Signs to look for
Two or more together are worth a call. See our full checklist.
- Cracks
- New or growing cracks in walls, floors, brick or the slab.
- Stair-step cracks in brick
- Cracks that follow mortar joints, often a sign one corner is settling.
- Cracks over doors and windows
- Often start at the corners of the frame.
- Sticking doors and windows
- Frames go out of square as the structure shifts.
- Sloping or uneven floors
- A floor that slopes, sags or feels bouncy.
- Gaps at walls and trim
- Baseboards, crown molding or siding pulling away.
- Separating exterior trim
- Brick ledges, fascia and siding joints opening up.
- Cabinets pulling from walls
- Cabinets and counters separating as the floor tilts.
How we repair foundations
- Pressed concrete piers
- Precast concrete pressed into the soil to support the foundation.
- Drilled concrete piers
- Reinforced concrete piers poured in place in drilled holes.
- Steel piers
- Steel driven down to deeper, more stable soil.
- Bell-bottom drilled piers
- Deep piers with a widened base for heavy loads.
- Hybrid systems
- Steel and concrete combined where soil varies across a building.
- Pier and beam repair
- Sill, joist and pier repair, re-shimming and leveling.
How a repair works
- AssessmentWe inspect the structure and site, look at how it has moved and work out why.
- Written plan and quoteYou get the recommended method, the scope of work and the price in writing before anything starts.
- RepairWe carry out the repair and stabilize or lift the foundation as planned.
- Cleanup and checkWe restore the work area, check the result and walk you through it.
- WarrantyOur foundation work carries a 30-day warranty. What it covers is in your written quote or agreement.
Keeping the problem fixed
Repairing the foundation stops the movement. Managing water helps keep it stopped. If the soil keeps swinging between soaked and bone dry, the problem can come back.
As part of the assessment we look at drainage, gutters, grading and signs of leaks, and tell you what we find so you know what to correct.
More on foundation repair
- Repair methods
- Piers, hybrid systems and how a method is chosen.
- Pier and beam repair
- For raised-floor homes with a crawl space.
- Slab foundation repair
- What goes wrong with slabs and how movement is stabilized.
- Foundation leveling
- House leveling explained.
- Foundation heave
- When part of a foundation is pushed up.
- Foundation settlement
- Why part of a building sinks.
- Foundation cracks
- Which cracks matter and when to call.
- Commercial foundation repair
- For commercial and industrial buildings.
- What affects the cost
- How foundation repair is priced and how to compare quotes.
- Signs of foundation problems
- A checklist for inside, outside and around the property.
Common questions
What is the difference between foundation repair and house leveling?
The names overlap. Foundation repair is the broader job of stabilizing a foundation that has moved. Foundation leveling or house leveling usually refers to raising a sunken part of the structure back toward level as part of that repair.
How much does foundation repair cost?
It depends on the cause, the repair method and how much of the structure is involved. Read about what affects the cost, then call for a free written quote.
Is foundation repair covered by homeowners insurance in Texas?
Often not. Standard homeowner policies commonly exclude foundation movement caused by soil conditions, while damage from a sudden plumbing leak may be covered under some policies. Check your policy and ask your insurer. We cannot tell you what your policy covers.
Do you offer a warranty on foundation work?
Yes. Our foundation work carries a 30-day warranty. What it covers is stated in your written quote or agreement.
Can I stay in my home during the repair?
We explain what the work involves, including access, noise and how long it is expected to take, before you decide. Ask us about your specific job.
How much foundation movement is normal?
Small, even settling can be normal, especially in the first years after construction. Movement that keeps going, or that causes cracks, sloping floors or sticking doors, needs a closer look.
Do you repair pier and beam foundations?
Yes. See our pier and beam repair page for what we look at and what the repair can involve.
Do you repair commercial and industrial foundations?
Yes. We repair and stabilize residential, commercial and industrial foundations across South Texas.
What areas do you serve?
We serve South Texas, including the Corpus Christi area and the Rio Grande Valley.
Get a repair quote
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- Emailinfo@ultraproservices.com
- HoursMon–Fri 8am–5pm. Weekends by appointment only.
- AreaCorpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas.
- PaymentTerms are listed on your written quote and invoice.