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Do you have cracks starting to form on your drywall? Have you noticed that your floors are uneven, and furniture doesn’t always sit firmly on the floor? It’s time to take a look for sagging floors and determine what the problem is.

It is important to the appearance and safety of your home to ensure that sufficient floor joists are in place and you do not need further structural support for your home. If you have cracks and a sinking foundation, this is going to throw off the balance of your home. You might have problems with windows sticking and doors that are tight. When you ignore foundation problems, the issues only get worse.

At BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair, we are ready to handle any of your foundation repair needs. Homeowners in Hampton Roads, Virginia and the surrounding service area trust BAY Crawl Space for all of their crawl space encapsulation, structural problems, and uneven floors. Do not let your home go with cracked stairs or uneven floors.

For professional help with foundation jacks in the greater Hampton Roads, VA / NC region, learn more about BAY Crawl Space at our Home Page, About Us Page, or Request A Quote Page.

How Do I Stop My House From Sinking?

There are a number of reasons why your home is no longer in its original position and is starting to sink. It is important to figure out why your house is sinking so that you can come up with a solution to the problem. The age of your home, moisture from heavy rains, and issues with the soil surrounding your foundation can all make your foundation settle. There are times when the soil is no longer able to manage the weight of your foundation, and this will lead to your foundation sinking. Changes to the soil can occur when tree roots decompose, or too much water gets into the soil and there is erosion. The changes to your soil occur slowly, and these changes can lead to your home sinking bit by bit over the years.

If you notice problems with windows that get stuck, cracks in the walls, or doors that are difficult to open, you will need to get help for the foundation of your home. In order to stop your house from sinking, you should have a professional assess and manage the problem for you. Uneven floors and problems with your foundation will only get worse over time. The only way to stop your home from sinking is to hire the professional help you need to deal with the problem. It takes skill and specialized equipment to prop your home up in order to make foundation repairs.

What is a Foundation Jack?

A foundation jack has a load capacity and provides structural support when it is installed as a crawl space support system. A foundation jack is designed to manage foundation problems when you have an issue with the home sinking. A hydraulic jack or SmartJack is used to boost up your foundation and return your home to its original position. Technicians use foundation jacks to support the heavy weight of your home when your foundation is no longer able to provide this support. Jacks can be used temporarily, to lift weight off of your foundation during the repair process. We also install foundation jacks permanently. There are times when the foundation is so old that it is impossible to repair the foundation completely. When jacks are used as a permanent solution, this will still mean your home is safe, and will no longer be sinking. Jacks hold a significant amount of weight, but must be installed by a professional in order to work effectively to lift your home up as needed.

Even if you have some skills in carpentry or a similar profession, understand that it is dangerous to try and lift your home’s foundation without professional help. If your home is sinking, you don’t want to make the problems worse by trying to do the work on your own. It takes experience, skill, and training to lift a house properly in order to make repairs. When it is done incorrectly, this can lead to significant damage to your home. It is vital to the safety of your home to work with professionals such as BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair to repair your foundation for you when it involves using jacks to lift weight off of the foundation.

Foundation Jacks in a Crawl Space Encapsulation

When Do You Need a Foundation Jack?

You will want to have your home inspected when you notice sagging floors, problems with tight windows or doors, or uneven floors. You might see cracks in your foundation, cracks in your walls, or notice that you need crawl space repair. If you have clear problems with your foundation that need to be addressed, we will figure out a solution right away. We may use crawl space jacks, or adjustable jack posts, in order to prepare your home for any foundation repair that you need. Keep your home safe when you work with the professionals at BAY Crawl Space to handle your sinking home. We are able to uncover the issues causing your home to sink and provide real solutions to get your home back into the original position.

Are Floor Jacks Permanent?

If you are wondering if floor jacks are permanent, the answer depends on how the homeowner uses them within the home. A support jack or floor jack is not permanent when it is used to make repairs to a damaged foundation. Once we repair the foundation, we remove the support jack. If your foundation needs permanent support, we can install permanent floor jacks to mitigate issues with your foundation.

We may also use steel floor jacks to permanently support your home, and keep it in place. If you have sagging floors, steel floor jacks are a common way foundation repair professionals solve this problem.

What is the Difference Between Jacks for Foundation Repairs?

Hydraulic floor jacks, aka bottle jacks, are portable and easy to reposition as needed. They include a hydraulic cylinder, and this makes lifting floors possible. Floor jacks can be hard to manage. When bottle jacks are used for foundation repair, they are able to lift a large amount of weight and lift higher than is usually needed. Bottle jacks are easier to store, and are less expensive than floor jacks. Bottle jacks have a narrow frame, which make them less stable than floor jacks. Hydraulic jacks are used for temporary support to make a repair, while bottle jacks are commonly used when a permanent solution is needed.

Screw jacks are another way to level off a sagging floor. You will want to know what type of work jack your home needs in order to be prepared for how long the work might take. If your home requires significant repair, it can take some time to assess and fix the situation. If your home is off the foundation, or it is severely cracked, the home must be lifted off of the foundation before a technician can make some repairs.

How Can BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair Help?

When you are in need of floor jack installation, or you need foundation repairs on your home because it is sinking, it’s time to reach out to BAY Crawl Space. We provide crawl space encapsulation, floor support, crawl space jacks, waterproofing, foundation stabilizers, and more for homeowners throughout Hampton Roads and Northeastern North Carolina.

There are a number of reasons your foundation may be sinking. We inspect your home, looking for poor water drainage, issues with tree root decomposition, areas of erosion, and more. We take the time to fully investigate and diagnose the possible cause in order to organize a solution to your foundation repair needs.

We have the experience you want when it comes to stabilizing your foundation. Our technicians are highly trained and know how to protect the structure of your home throughout the process. We will assess the issue, come up with a plan, and come to a resolution for your home.

Unfortunately, your home will almost certainly continue to shift and sink if it’s not stabilized.

Don’t ignore problems with a sinking foundation, cracked walls, and windows that keep getting stuck. When you ignore issues with a sinking home, the result is a home that deteriorates and jeopardizes your family’s home. It’s time to see how BAY Crawl Space can provide real solutions to your cracked foundation, soil erosion, and home movement, by calling 757-460-0444 or completing the online contact form.

When you have issues with a home that is sinking, BAY Crawl Space has the answers for Virginia homeowners. We are Virginia’s #1 rated foundation experts because we take the time not only to fix your foundation problems but also to educate you on ways to maintain repairs and extend the longevity of your Virginia home. All it takes to repair your sinking foundation is a phone call.

Why Choose BAY for Your Crawl Space Foundation Jacks?

BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair is your one-stop solution for crawl space foundation jacks in Virginia Beach, Newport News, Suffolk, and the surrounding region. Our expert teams have over 400 collective years of experience fixing homes in the Hampton Roads, VA & NC region.

Our staff includes engineering experts, repair specialists, and a full support team ready to deliver exceptional customer service and a fast turnaround of your project. This is why BAY Crawl Space can offer great long-term warranties on the installation and materials for your repair.

You can learn more about BAY’s crawl space foundation jacks by taking advantage of our free crawl space and foundation inspection. Your inspection will give you a much better understanding of the issues at hand, along with your best options for repair.

Contact BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair today by filling out our online form or call 757-460-0444 for a free inspection.

About BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair

BAY is an award-winning crawl space and foundation repair contractor. We’re proud to service an 80-mile radius around our Norfolk, VA headquarters, Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 5 pm.

BAY is best known for having amazing reviews (quality & quantity), superior expertise, special methods, and affordable pricing options. We have the ‘Best of the Best’ on our team. Our All-Star Team delivers great customer experiences and the best quality for a great price.

Our reputation in the Hampton Roads community is with homeowners, engineers, city permitting offices, home services professionals, and online as a crawl space foundation repair contractor is outstanding.

Reviews Summary & Links

We have ranked #1 for crawl space repair in Hampton Roads for 8 years (Google: 2015-2023), ranked top 5% in the USA with Super Service Awards for 5 years (Angi: 2017-2022), were voted Best of Foundation Repair locally for 6 years (CoVA BIZ 2018-2023), were voted “Best of the Best” nationally in 2020 for the foundation repair category, and won the “Best Places to Work” award (CoVA BIZ).

Customer Reviews

Our Reviews Reflect Our Commitment to Taking Great Care of Our Customers

  • “After shopping companies and getting several bids on the same project, we chose Bay Crawl because of their reputation and price. They had our whole house leveled and stabilized in two days. Left our property cleaner than they found it with a smile on their face. Do NOT plan your next project without getting an estimate from Bay Crawl.”

    – Ryan Simpson

  • “Our experience with Bay was outstanding. From first contact everything was smooth and made as easy as possible for us. We were kept informed every step of the process via email, phone, and text. The work was top-notch. The cost was extremely reasonable. We were impressed that Bay did not try to sell services that weren’t required.”

    – Teresa Lackey

  • “My experience was nothing but the best with Bay Crawl Space. The price was much more affordable than what another company quoted. Scheduling was easy and painless. They were professional and treated my home as if it was their own. They left me feeling very confident in my decision to go with Bay.”

    – Michael Turner

  • “It was an easy decision to choose Bay Crawl Space over the three other estimates I had gotten—not only was the price reasonable based on my research, but Jamie was the only sales advisor who described more than one option that I could choose. The scheduling was very smooth! I am confident that if I have any problems, I can call & they will resolve them.”

    – Diane Taylor

  • “Severe water damage to the structure. We thought we were in real trouble but after talking with them, we felt much better as we were assured that this was “Easy.” Our experience with Bay was better than we have had with any other contractor EVER. Upfront with what to expect, honest in their communications, and fair pricing.“

    – Mike O’Neill

  • “We had our crawlspace encapsulated by BAY three years ago at a fraction of the cost of JES’s estimate. The work was done on time and to exceptional standards. The office has been courteous, the workers arrived on time, and the work was accomplished as promised. BAY gets my highest recommendation.”

    – Bob Essman

  • “I am delighted with the crawl space encapsulation completed by Bay Crawl Space & Foundation Repair. What I particularly appreciate about BAY is their attention to detail & commitment to excellence. They were punctual and very much worth the value. I highly recommend Bay Crawl Space to anyone looking for excellent service & an affordable product.”

    – Leslie Ballard

  • “I’m not one to take home repairs lightly so I try and do my research. I got over 4 estimates to have my crawl space encapsulated and some repair work done. BAY beat the others prices by over 10k. Oh and they actually did more work that what the others quoted us to do. They also do quality work. So value for money, BAY is the company to go with.”

    – Benjamin Alexander

  • “I had an independent civil engineer out to inspect prior to the BAY visit. I was afraid I might be oversold on repairs I didn’t need. This was not the case. BAY made the same observations and gave same explanations or better. Great job BAY on hiring honest and competent assessors. Very professional, will work with you again!”

    – Zachary Frey

  • “I’m super pleased with the work Bay did us, it made a difference almost immediately. Our service advisor, Beau, did an excellent job of identifying the issues in our crawl and offering reasonably priced solutions. The team they sent out to do the work was awesome. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient!”

    – David Green

  • Bay Crawl is by far the number 1 company for all of your crawl space and foundation needs. They are fairly priced. When coupled with the amazing service you receive, its a value that’s unbeatable. Every employee I interacted with was professional, polite, knowledgable, and hard working. You will not deal with a better run company than Bay Crawl.

    – Nicholas Cipriano
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