Sinking Foundation

A sinking foundation is a severe risk to homeowners in Seattle and acrossWestern Washington, making it unsafe to live in and costly to repair.

Instead of DIY repairs, you need a foundation repair solution that permanently addresses the underlying cause: soil movement under your property.

Matvey Foundation Repair’s custom-engineered foundation piers redistribute your home’s weight away from compromised soils, improving your home’s structural stability. With over 27 years of experience, our team resolves your foundation issues in simple steps.

What Is a Sinking Foundation?

A foundation sinks when it settles unevenly into the earth. This process, called differential settlement, occurs when soil can’t support your home’s weight.

Warning signs of a sinking foundation include:

• Uneven floors
• Floor cracks
• Sticking doors and windows
• Cracked bricks
• A tilting or cracked chimney

Neglecting these signs might compromise your home’s structure, so call a foundation repair expert as soon as possible.

What Causes a Sinking Foundation?

Foundations sink for various reasons:

• Rainwater causes soil to expand and contract, creating voids around a foundation.
• Poor drainage encourages soil to swell and shrink, compromising foundation stability.
• Poorly packed soil caves in and cannot support the structure above.
• Expanding and contracting clay soils put pressure on a foundation.
• Tree roots often extract soil moisture, resulting in soil contraction and foundation problems.

Can You Fix a Sinking Foundation?

Yes, but DIY solutions won’t provide long-term protection. For example, patching often makes the problem worse, meaning more expensive repairs will be necessary in the future.

The best way to fix your sinking foundation is with a professional. Matvey Foundation Repair secures and strengthens your home with piers to prevent further damage.

Our pier options include the following:

• Push piers are driven deep into the ground with heavy machinery.
• Helical piers screw into the ground to support your property.
• Slab piers attach under sinking concrete slabs.

Why Address Sinking Foundations Now?

Taking quick action against a sinking foundation provides these benefits:

• Prevent expensive structural damage
• Restore your home’s structural integrity and safety
• Stop cracks from getting bigger and causing additional settling
• Avoid problems with sticking doors and windows
• Maintain your home’s property value

Matvey Foundation Repair: Your Expert for Sinking Foundations in Western Washington

Sinking Foundation FAQs

How long does it take to fix a collapsing retaining wall?

Time frames vary, but our team completes most repair jobs in as little as a week. After inspecting your property, we’ll give you a more accurate time estimate.

Why is my retaining wall collapsing?

Tree roots, soil erosion, hydrostatic pressure, and other factors cause retaining walls to collapse. Our team will identify the exact cause of your problem and offer tailored solutions.

What if I can’t afford to repair my retaining wall?

If your homeowners’ insurance doesn’t cover repairs, our financing options will help you spread the cost of fixing your retaining wall. Contact us to learn more.