Why Montgomery's Red Clay Causes Foundation Problems
Montgomery County sits atop some of Alabama's most expansive red clay soils. This clay absorbs moisture and swells dramatically during wet seasons, then shrinks and pulls away from foundations during dry summers. The constant cycle of expansion and contraction - sometimes exerting thousands of pounds of lateral and uplift pressure - causes differential settlement, cracked slabs, and bowing walls in homes throughout Montgomery, Prattville, and Pike Road.
Foundation Repair Methods We Use
Steel push piers driven to load-bearing strata are the standard for slab and pier-and-beam homes experiencing settlement. Helical piers offer a lighter-load alternative for porches, additions, and accessory structures. Carbon fiber straps and wall anchors stabilize inward-bowing basement or crawl space walls without excavation. Crack injection with epoxy or polyurethane seals and bonds structural cracks. We select the appropriate method after a thorough inspection - never a one-size-fits-all approach.
Our Warranty and What It Covers
All pier installations by Montgomery Foundation Repair Co come with a transferable lifetime warranty on the piering system. The warranty is transferable to future buyers at closing - an important selling point when your home has had foundation work. We document all repairs thoroughly and provide a complete warranty packet for your records.