Basement Support and Repair in Burlington, Vermont, by Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems.

Challenge

A homeowner in Burlington, Vermont, contacted Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems due to concerns about their sagging floors and compromised support beams in the basement. Over time, the weight of the home had caused the wooden support posts to weaken, resulting in uneven floors and growing structural instability. The homeowner wanted a permanent solution that would restore safety and stability to their home. Upon inspection, our expert team found that the existing wooden support posts were deteriorating, providing insufficient support to the main floor of the house. The soil beneath the supports had also settled, exacerbating the problem. Without intervention, the structural integrity of the home would continue to decline.

Solution

Our team installed the SmartJack Support System to address these issues, a cutting-edge solution designed to provide long-lasting stabilization. The process involved:

• Excavating & Preparing Footings: We removed weak soil and poured a solid concrete base to distribute the load evenly.

• Installing SmartJack Posts: Engineered for strength, these adjustable steel piers were strategically placed to support the home's main support beam.

• Lifting & Leveling the Floor: The SmartJack system allowed our team to carefully lift and stabilize the sagging floors, restoring them to a level position.

• Ensuring Long-Term Stability: The galvanized steel SmartJack posts resist corrosion, providing the homeowner with a durable, maintenance-free solution.

Results: After installation, the homeowner immediately noticed a difference. The floors were level, previously stuck doors opened and closed properly, and creaking sounds were significantly reduced. Most importantly, their home was now structurally secure, backed by our industry-leading warranty.