The Problem: Sinking Floors and Waterfront Damage
This home in Browns Point was facing a major structural emergency. Floors were sagging, and the crawl space had become a trap for moisture. High humidity and old drainage issues caused 18 main floor joists to rot completely through. The home was no longer safe.
The Power of Coordination
As the General Contractor, Realty Repair Co. handled the entire project. While our crew handled the heavy structural wood replacement, we brought in vetted specialty partners from our network to address plumbing and electrical lines impacted by the floor movement. We managed the schedules and oversaw the quality so the homeowner only had one point of contact.
1. Emergency Stabilization
We immediately installed temporary steel support columns. This stabilized the house, stopping the sinking and preventing the kitchen cabinets and tile floors from cracking during the repair.
2. Structural Wood Replacement
We removed all 18 rotten joists and replaced them with pressure-treated structural lumber. Using precision hydraulic jacks, we slowly lifted the house back to its level position, correcting years of sagging.
3. Specialist Coordination & Prevention
While the wood was being fixed, our network specialists corrected the underlying utility issues. We finished with a high-grade moisture barrier and drainage improvements to keep the crawl space dry permanently.
— Browns Point Homeowners
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