DM Foundations Services
Structural Wall Repair
Who we are?
DM Foundations
We are a family-run company who takes pride in providing top-notch service using proven products and techniques on every home we repair. We are confident we can solve any foundation issue you may have, and we stand behind our work.
Repair. Rebuild. Restore.
Structural damage can occur for many different reasons. Some of the more common repairs we do are listed below.
Bowed Foundation Wall Repair
The bowed foundation wall misfortune arises due to frost and/or frost susceptible material, usually clay soil. The clay adheres to the block wall and with the frost expansion the mortar bond is broken. Now the lateral load of the soil on the wall can force the wall inwards. It happens most often along the side of a house where there is a laneway.
Depending on the severity of the bow, we can strengthen the wall and stop the bowing without replacement of the wall. We use carbon fiber and epoxy for this type of repair.
Underpinning
Underpinning may be required when it is determined that the soil material under a footing is not suitable to hold the load for the structure it’s required to support. If suitable soil is found within a few feet lower, we can excavate, form and fill the void with concrete. All under Engineer’s supervision and approval. Permit Required.
Frost Heave Repair
(usually on Garage Foundations)
One weather condition that can adversely affect the foundation of your home is frost heave. This condition consists of ice/frost forming underneath in the soil. As the soil beneath and/or against your foundation alternates between freezing and thawing, shifting occurs, which can lead to structural damage in your foundation. Other frost related issues that are quite common are: frost heaving on garage walls. This happen on garage walls because the frost susceptible material is on both the inside and outside of the walls. The material sticks to the concrete wall and lifts the foundation. Usually causing a long horizontal crack. The frost susceptible material can also expand from the inside of the garage pushing the wall(s) outward.
Settling
Settling can occur when the bearing capacity is not sufficient for the weight being placed on it. This type of settling occurs very soon after construction and can last for many years until it is complete. It can start again with added weight. Like adding a second floor or material against the walls.
Trees are a common cause of settling. This happens when a tree matures, and the root system starts to draw moisture from the clay soil under footing of you foundation. This causes desiccation of clay, and the footing then drops.
On Site
Our Comprehensive Foundation Repair Process
Before we start
To provide a detailed estimate, an initial visit will be necessary to discuss the issues or changes you would like to address. During this visit, we will identify whether any structural work is required. If it is, a second visit will likely be scheduled with the appropriate engineer.
Planning your project
Plans and engineering letters are typically only needed for structural repairs that involve changes to your home's structure. This includes adding or enlarging windows and doorways, as well as lowering basements. On the other hand, waterproofing, crack repairs, and smaller structural fixes usually do not require permits or drawings.
Getting the project done
After our estimate is accepted, we schedule the project. Once on-site, we strive to complete the work on time, within budget, safely, and with minimal disruption to you, your family, and your neighbours.
KIND WORDS
Discover our story through the experiences of our valued clients.
Our foundation repair services have earned outstanding reviews for their reliability, expert craftsmanship, and long-lasting results!
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Our Guarantee is as solid as our work.
We are a family-run company who takes pride in providing top-notch service using proven products and techniques on every home we repair. We are confident we can solve any foundation issue you may have, and we stand behind our work.
Delivering Superior Service
The Ability to Solve Any Foundation Issue
Proven Products and Techniques
Your Waterproofing Guarantee
We guarantee our waterproofing of your foundation for 25 years – fully transferable.
Earning Your Trust
We, at DM Foundations, assure you that no one is going to work harder to earn your trust. Our goal is to help you understand your basements water and/or structural issues and deal with them as efficiently and cost effectively as possible.