The Benefits of Structural Steel Piers for Lifting and Leveling Foundations in San Antonio
Texas homes, especially those in San Antonio and surrounding areas, often face foundation issues due to the region’s expansive clay soil. This soil expands when wet and contracts when dry, leading to foundation shifting, cracks, and uneven floors. If you’ve noticed doors sticking, gaps around windows, or cracks in walls, your foundation may be settling—and that’s where Structural Steel Piers come in.
At Risen Foundation Solutions, we specialize in lifting, *leveling, and stabilizing foundations using Structural Steel Piers, a long-term solution designed to restore your home’s integrity. Let’s explore why this method is the gold standard in foundation repair.
What Are Structural Steel Piers?
Structural Steel Piers are heavy-duty, hydraulically driven supports that provide deep, stable reinforcement for settling foundations. Unlike shallow repairs, these piers reach load-bearing strata or bedrock deep underground, ensuring a stronger, longer-lasting fix.
The Top Benefits of Structural Steel Piers
- Deep, Secure Support
Unlike traditional concrete piers that sit on shifting soil, steel piers are driven deep into stable ground—far below the active clay layer. This prevents future foundation movement and provides a solid, permanent foundation solution for your home. - Precision Lifting and *Leveling
Steel piers allow for a controlled lift, ensuring your home returns to its near-original level. This means fewer issues with misaligned doors, cracked walls, and sloping floors, restoring your home’s structural integrity. - Long-Term Stability
Because steel piers anchor to inert material, they resist future movement, making them one of the most durable solutions for foundation repair. This provides homeowners with peace of mind, knowing their investment is protected for years to come. - Minimal Disruption to Your Property
Our installation process is efficient and non-invasive compared to traditional repair methods. With minimal excavation required, we can restore your foundation without major disruptions to your yard, landscaping, or driveway. - Ideal for San Antonio’s Soil Conditions
San Antonio’s clay-rich soil is notorious for expansion and contraction, making steel piers the perfect solution for homeowners in the area. Unlike concrete piers, which may sink or shift over time, steel piers remain locked into stable inert material layers, ensuring long-term performance.
What about Rust and oxidation?
Our structural steel piers are designed to be underground at the bottom of the slab's beam. In many cases, the top of the pier starts at depths between 24 - 60 inches below the exposed foundation wall. The remaining portion of the pier will be driven anywhere from 10 feet to as low as 60 feet underground in the greater San Antonio area. Moisture is less common at these soil levels. However, to provide added protection - Risen's piers are dressed with an industrial rust-resistant coating and galvanized pier cap, repelling the effects of water intrusion that may come in contact with our piers.
When Should You Consider Structural Steel Piers?
If you notice any of the following signs, it may be time to schedule a foundation inspection:
✔️ Cracks in walls, ceilings, or floors
✔️ Doors and windows that don’t open or close properly
✔️ Sloping or uneven floors
✔️ Gaps between walls and ceilings
✔️ Cracked or separated exterior brickwork
Protect Your Home with Risen Foundation Solutions
At Risen Foundation Solutions, we specialize in lifting, *leveling, and stabilizing homes across San Antonio, Schertz, New Braunfels, and surrounding areas. With years of experience and expert craftsmanship, we ensure quality repairs that last.
*Leveling a concrete slab is an industry term that commonly refers to bringing the foundation to "near original levels" and is not always the best solution for the foundation. Your Risen Foundation Solutions evaluator will determine the best solution for your slab based on industry standards and goals of the property owners.
Think your slab foundation needs attention? We service the greater San Antonio area! Contact us today for a
free foundation consultation and let’s get your home back on solid ground!
