When there are problems with your foundation, rely on the knowledge and insight of our professionals to provide a trusted foundation repair at Ram Jack®. We have helped countless customers throughout the country and have successfully resolved foundation issues for more than four decades. We also have engineer-designed solutions specifically developed to make the foundation repair process more convenient and effective.
We offer a variety of specialized foundation services. Call us today!
Our Services
DRIVEN PILES
Ram Jack®'s deep-driven pile is a steel shaft that provides foundation support for various types of structures. They are driven into the ground with powerful hydraulics to a soil layer that is suitable to sustain the weight of structures. Our piles are manufactured from American-mined, high-strength carbon steel and are coated with an eco-friendly polyethylene copolymer-based thermoplastic powder coating for corrosion protection.
DRIVEN PILES ARE IDEAL FOR:
- Failing residential and commercial foundations
- Other remedial projects
HELICAL PILES
Ram Jack®'s helical pile is a steel shaft with round helix plates that provides foundation support for various types of structures. Axial thrust is generated when the helical is driven into the ground and a bracket is attached to the foundation wall and pile. This allows for the support of failed foundations. Not only are they great for remedial work, but they are also great for lightly-loaded structures. Helical piles are ideal applications for both new-construction residential and commercial projects, given their ease of installation and powerful load-bearing capacities.
HELICAL PILES ARE IDEAL FOR:
Porches, mezzanines, boardwalks, and more New construction residential and commercial foundations Basement wall, retaining wall, and shore tie backs
HELICAL ANCHORS POINTS:
- Porches - Helicals offer a variety of uses, and are ideal in lightweight applications such as porches.
- Standard Bracket - This helical and bracket installs with speed and efficiency and transfers foundation loads to the pile column to support failing foundations.
- Interior Slab Support - After installing helical anchors through the slab, the floor is raised mechanically and supported on firm load-bearing strata.
- Wall Tie Backs - Commonly used in the repair of retaining walls and basement walls, helical tie backs offer a clean easy installation.
- New Construction - These helical anchors are installed prior to construction to prevent downward settlement before it starts.
CONCRETE SLAB REPAIR
In southern regions, a shallower frost line means foundation footings do not have to be installed as deeply. This makes slab-on-grade foundations ideal for supporting homes.
Slab foundations are meant to rise and fall with fluctuating soil conditions. However, the constant shrinking and swelling of soils puts a lot of pressure on slabs and eventually can lead to failure. Repairing a settling slab is critical to protecting structural stability of your home and safeguarding the future of your property.
SIGNS OF FOUNDATION SLAB FAILURE
One-story homes that have concrete slabs on top of soil, especially with trees and flowerbeds nearby, have a high probability of foundation failure. Homes located in warm and dry regions with very shallow footings are also susceptible to foundation problems.
One way to determine whether or not your slab is damaged is to look at the flooring inside of your house. If it's cracked or uneven, the slab supporting your house might be suffering from settlement.
OTHER SIGNS OF SLAB FAILURE INCLUDE:
- External brick cracking
- Internal sheet rock cracking
- Sticking doors and windows
- Slab Repair Solutions
Ram Jack®'s tested and proven slab repair solutions can be used for virtually any slab repair project. Our helical piles can be installed underneath settling foundations to prevent further damage. The installation process typically takes 1-2 days and afterwards everything is left in top-notch condition.
Because of our dedication to protect customer properties, we can install our piles inside homes with minimal invasion. This means residents generally never have to leave the comfort of their home while it's being repaired.
Polyurethane Resin Injection
Concrete may be one of the most reliable and flexible building materials we utilize today, but it’s not immune to cracking or crumbling over time. Foundation shifting, earthquakes, erosion, and plenty of other factors can cause this material to develop cracks, which can become dangerous if left unrepaired. If you’re looking for a repair solution that can resolve the problem effectively without requiring extensive reconstruction, polyurethane resin injection services may be just what you’re looking for!
Ram Jack is dedicated to developing and providing creative and effective solutions for foundation problems of all different shapes and sizes. For over 40 years, we have striven to be known for providing nothing less than the best in lasting solutions for any problem that may arise. No matter how large or small your problem might be, we’re committed to offering you a quality solution that prioritizes safety and integrity, while being delivered on-time. Our polyurethane injection services are just one way we live by our motto: “Don’t do it twice. Do it right.”
A Flexible Solution for Your Repair Needs
Whether you’re dealing with a crack in your foundation, a lifted driveway slab, or a crack in a concrete wall, Ram Jack’s polyurethane resin injection is one of our go-to repair solutions. Resin injections are not only flexible in that they mold to fill the exact shape of the crack, but they also stick firm and hold tight. As a result, you get a rock-solid and safe repair that will last for decades. When combined with a slab-lifting solution, even wildly-uneven slabs can be repaired and made stable and durable once again.
How does a polyurethane injection work? It’s simple:
- We drill holes through your slab to access the soil underneath
- We inject polyurethane foam into the hole
- The foam raises the slab back to level
These treatments are minimally-invasive and require little-to-no disruption of your home to complete, often requiring just a few hours to finish the job!
We raise and repair:
- Uneven concrete walkways
- Driveways
- Concrete patios and pool decks
- Concrete slabs
CRAWL SPACE REPAIR
A crawl space should be strong and reliable; after all, it’s the foundation of your home. But if water begins to seep in or the crawl space begins to settle, your home’s integrity can be compromised.
PIER & BEAM REPAIR
Is your home suffering from settlement? Ram Jack® offers permanent solutions for stabilizing pier and beam foundations. From basic shim work to helical pile installation, we can restore structural integrity to your foundation and ease your mind.
DRAINAGE SERVICES
The best way to fight serious foundation damage is to prevent them with an effective drainage system. At Ram Jack®, our nationwide network of nearly 400 foundation specialists are well-versed in the many options homeowners have when it comes to installing drainage solutions. We're ready to assess your property and implement reliable, cost-effective options for you and your family.
ADDITIONAL DRAINAGE SERVICES
When it comes to foundation drainage, Ram Jack® is here to help.
FRENCH DRAIN INSTALLATION
French drains use a perforated piping system to drain rain and groundwater away from a property and reduce groundwater pressure. Our foundation repair experts can assess whether or not a French drain is right for your property.
EXTERNAL DRAINAGE
For some properties, the installation of an external drainage system may be the best solution for keeping the basement leak free. These systems connect the property to a nearby storm drain that is situated deeper in the ground than the basement floor.