What Causes A Foundation To Sink?

Foundations and the homes they support can sink when the soil surrounding them cannot bear their weight. Several factors contribute to this problem, including soil settlement, inadequate soil compaction during construction, erosion, water-related issues, and poor drainage. If left unchecked, any of these causes can result in the eventual structural collapse of your home.

The Subtle Signs Of a Sinking House:

  • Decreased Property Value

    Visible Structural Cracks

    You have found cracks in your foundation’s walls and floors.

  • Sticking Doors and Windows

    Sticking Doors and Windows

    The doors and windows in your home noticeably stick or do not close properly.

  • Cracking

    Structural Gaps

    You notice apparent gaps between walls and ceilings or walls and floors.

  • Uneven Floors

    Uneven Floors

    Your home doesn’t feel right. Rooms seem slanted or off-center.

  • Decreased Property Value
    Visible Structural Cracks

    You have found cracks in your foundation’s walls and floors.

  • Sticking Doors and Windows
    Sticking Doors and Windows

    The doors and windows in your home noticeably stick or do not close properly.

  • Cracking
    Structural Gaps

    You notice apparent gaps between walls and ceilings or walls and floors.

  • Uneven Floors
    Uneven Floors

    Your home doesn’t feel right. Rooms seem slanted or off-center.

Sinking Foundation Repair from
The Basement Doctor

Since 1987, The Basement Doctor has helped thousands of families stabilize their sinking homes across West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio. With our waterproofing and foundation repair services, our experts will provide proven long-term solutions, including helical piers, to restore and protect your foundation.

Mold Removal

Basement Wall Repair

For damaged basement walls and sinking foundations, restoring the structural stability of your home.

Learn More

Crawl Space Repair

Foundation Crack Repair

Sealing foundation wall and floor cracks to restore your home’s structural integrity.

Learn More

Basement Waterproofing

French Drain Installation

An external drainage system to collect and divert groundwater from your foundation.

Learn More

Basement Waterproofing

Sump Pump Installation and Maintenance

Sump pumps you can depend on to keep your foundation dry whenever it rains.

Learn More

  • Mold Removal
    Basement Wall Repair

    For damaged basement walls and sinking foundations, restoring the structural stability of your home.

    Learn More

  • Crawl Space Repair
    Foundation Crack Repair

    Sealing foundation wall and floor cracks to restore your home’s structural integrity.

    Learn More

  • Basement Waterproofing
    French Drain Installation

    An external drainage system to collect and divert groundwater from your foundation.

    Learn More

  • Basement Waterproofing
    Sump Pump Installation and Maintenance

    Sump pumps you can depend on to keep your foundation dry whenever it rains.

    Learn More

Reviews From Happy
Customers

Write a Review or Comment!

Larry Hoffmann
3 years ago
We had an excellent experience with the staff of The Basement Doctor. From the office staff, project manager, foreman and crew, all have been informative, courteous, patient with our questions, and well informed of their products. We had the drainage system installed and crawl space treated for mold and encapsulated. Mike and his team were on time every day. He kept us informed of the work goals for each day, and reviewed with us what had been accomplished before he left for the day. The work area was always left clean. We were very pleased with the work done and highly recommend The Basement Doctor.
glenn white music
3 years ago
Had waterproofing done this past week by The Basement Doctor....the whole project went very smooth and turned out great. All the employees of the Basement Doctor were polite and professional and very easy to work with and converse.....The Supervisor on site kept us up to date on everything happening and was great to work with. Overall the experience for the 2 and half day project was pleasant and turned out great....will definitely recommend.
Terri Bryant
3 years ago
Very impressed with The Basement Doctor. Scott was very thorough with explaining everything with the contract and was very knowledgeable about the process. Garth and his crew were extremely friendly and did a fantastic job. They answered any questions that we had. They finished on time and we are very happy with the end result. We can finally use our basement the way we have always wanted. They are very hardworking fellows. Would definitely recommend The Basement Doctor to anyone who needs basement waterproofing. Thanks again!
xThat GuyX
3 years ago
The Basement Doctor did a great job! If there was any unexpected problems, we had nothing to worry about because The Basement Doctor fixed the problems. For example: A egress window that was purchased had been discontinued, and we learned that we may have two different colored window wells. The Basement Doctor was able to get the egress window and matching window wells, all we had to do was agree to the color change! The Foreman, Jamison Read, had a great crew who worked hard, showed up to work on time, and were very polite. I had no hesitation talking to or asking questions to any of the workers or the foreman! They all were very informative about the work they were doing and they all knew their jobs well. The crew were not afraid to do quality control checks while on the job. They noticed that a window that we purchased was slightly bent, and instead of installing a bad window, they refused to install a window that, " if I wouldn't put it on my house, I won't put it on your house."In summary, we are very pleased with the quality of work that the basement doctor provided, and we were pleased with everyone who was involved. Everything went smooth from start to finish! Thanks Basement Doctor!
A
3 years ago
We've had The Basement Doctor out to our house on multiple services.Sump Pump, Battery Backup System initially...Then a Water Evacuation Line Replacement when it collapsed several months later.They've been very good at helping us not only discuss the issues prior to repairs, but advise on the best way to do so.Brian and John are great guys!
Randy Thompson
3 years ago
The crew was fast and efficient and did exactly what they said they would do. The finished job looked great and our new sump pump is working great and quietly! I’m happy now that water that will find its way inside won’t be all over the basement floor! Excellent job from start to finish and a hassle free experience all around. I highly recommend Basement Doctor! I hope I never need them again, but if I do, they’ll be the first and only call I make!

NEED FINANCING
ASSISTANCE?

At The Basement Doctor, our customer service representatives are always available to help you. Contact our foundation repair company at 877-620-8165 today to learn about home repair financing options for your next big project!

Financing Options

Work with a contractor
You Can Trust

Get a FREE Consultation from Our Experts Today

"*" indicates required fields

NAME*
ADDRESS*
AREAS OF CONCERN? (Select All That Apply )*
*By submitting form fill information, you consent to receive text messages and emails from Basement Doctor West Virginia to verify my contact information, provide information about my account and/or purchases, and/or advertise its products and services, at the phone number provided above, including my wireless number if provided, even if my number is currently listed on any state, federal or internal Do Not Call list. I understand that consent is not a condition of purchase. I understand that I may revoke this consent at any time by contacting Basement Doctor West Virginia at info@mybasementdoctor.com
*By submitting form fill information, you consent to receive text messages and emails from Basement Doctor West Virginia to verify my contact information, provide information about my account and/or purchases, and/or advertise its products and services, at the phone number provided above, including my wireless number if provided, even if my number is currently listed on any state, federal or internal Do Not Call list. I understand that consent is not a condition of purchase. I understand that I may revoke this consent at any time by contacting Basement Doctor West Virginia at info@mybasementdoctor.com