Signs of pier and beam trouble
- Floors that bounce, sag, or slope
- Soft spots in the floor
- Doors and windows that stick
- Musty smells or standing water in the crawl space
- Piers that lean, crack, or have pulled away from the beams
What the work can include
- Adding or replacing piers
- Shimming beams to bring floors back toward level
- Replacing beams or floor joists that have rotted
- Improving crawl space drainage and ventilation
Common Questions
Is pier and beam easier to repair than a slab?
Often it is easier to get to, because there is a crawl space. How big the job is still depends on what has failed and why.
Can moisture in the crawl space cause foundation problems?
Yes. Standing water and damp air can rot wood and soften the soil under the piers. Fixing the water problem is usually part of a lasting repair.