Foundation Repair and Waterproofing Restores Stability to Union City Home
Bob P. and his wife, longtime residents of Union City, TN, began to notice unsettling signs of foundation issues around their home. After over two decades in the house, they observed exterior settling near a front corner—approximately two inches of sinking along 12 feet of the front wall and 8 feet toward the garage. A deeper inspection revealed a visible gap in the crawlspace where the block wall was separating from the framing. This problem was compounded by heavy water collection from a nearby downspout and a natural low point in the crawlspace, creating the perfect storm for ongoing structural damage. With future plans to sell, they knew it was time to take action before things worsened.
Though initially cautious about hiring a contractor, the couple placed their trust in our team after we thoroughly assessed their home and walked them through our proposed solution. Leveraging Bob's experience as a former builder, we communicated clearly and gained their confidence. We installed five push piers with strategic hand-digging to avoid damaging the existing concrete driveway—minimizing disruption while achieving optimal lift. On the interior, we implemented a sump pump and interior drainage system to combat water intrusion. The piering crew completed four of the concrete remove-and-replace (R&R) sections, leaving one open for the waterproofing team, which later installed the interior discharge line and completed the final R&R.
To ensure long-term success, we routed the discharge line underneath the sidewalk and extended it to a drainage ditch 70 feet away near the street. This careful planning prevented unnecessary rework and preserved the newly laid concrete. We recommended applying LumberKote and a three-part CPS system to the driveway for added durability. Thanks to our foundation and waterproofing efforts, Bob and his wife can now feel confident their home is secure, protected, and market-ready when the time comes.
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