Foundation Repair and Crawl Space Repair in Columbia, SC

Located in the Sandhills region, Columbia, SC, homeowners may be used to cracked foundation walls, a tilting chimney, and sticking doors and windows. Just because the problem is common, however, doesn’t make it okay. Columbia’s soil (which is a mix of sand and clay), plus more than 45 inches of rain annually means your foundation is at risk. Sandy soil washes out, leaving your home unsupported, while clay soil expands when wet, putting pressure on foundation walls. Introduce the above-average rainfall, and you can see why Columbia homeowners struggle with foundation problems. Mount Valley Foundation Services has proven solutions like wall supports, piers, and carbon fiber straps to stabilize your foundation and put your home back on solid ground. 

The number one problem in your crawl space is moisture in any form. Standing water is the easiest to spot, but humidity can be just as dangerous. Humidity leads to condensation, causing mold, mildew, and wood rot. The 45 inches of rain Columbia receives, combined with the sandy, clay mix soil means your crawl space needs professional help. The experts at Mount Valley have more than 35 years of experience repairing crawl spaces in Columbia. By encapsulating your crawl space you lock out harmful moisture before it can cause damage. Depending on your home’s needs a sump pump, dehumidifier, or crawl space drain system may be required. The end result is a transformed, clean, dry usable space. 

While basements in Columbia are less common, water impacting this space has a serious effect on the security of your home. The area’s sand and clay mix soil and 45 inches of rain annually create several problems. Sandy soil tends to wash out, leaving voids where water can enter, while clay soil absorbs water and expands, putting pressure on foundation walls. This inward pressure eventually leads to cracks and leaking, making a mess inside your basement. Look for water where the floor and the wall meet, condensation, efflorescence on foundation walls, or a musty, damp odor. The team of experts at Mount Valley has seen it all and can diagnose and repair even the most damaged basements. Our proven below-grade drain and sump pump move water out of your home before it can cause damage. A dehumidifier is commonly needed in areas where humidity is high.  

Like your foundation, your home’s concrete slabs suffer a similar fate because of environmental factors. The soil, a mix of sand and clay, plus the area’s 45 inches of rain means the soil is prone to both washing out and expanding. Your concrete driveway and sidewalk slabs will both crack and sink, making a very unsightly home. Mount Valley uses cutting-edge polyurethane injections to lift and level slabs to their original positions. Uneven slabs steal value from your home and create a tripping hazard. PolyRenewal^TM is an easy, mess-free solution. Repairs are done quickly and you’re able to resume using your slabs in as little as 15 minutes.