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CHIMNEY PROBLEMS
If you have noticed your chimney has started to
tilt or lean, this is one of the signs of foundation
failure. A leaning chimney can be very dangerous. It
can fall on your home and be a danger for you or
your neighbors as bricks and mortar become loose and
fall. If your chimney is separated from the
structure bugs, water, and small animals can make
their way into the chimney. If you have a leaning
chimney, it is important to have a professional
inspect your entire home for some other signs that
you may have a foundation problem. FOUNDATIONS ON THE LEVEL will come and inspect your leaning chimney
and also your entire home. Other signs that you may
have foundation settlement are:
- Wall cracks
- Floor cracks
- Sticking windows or doors
- Leaning or bowing walls
- Gaps in walls, floors or ceiling
- Foundation chipping or flaking
- Stair or stoop problems
- Sloping or uneven floors
After we inspect your home and leaning chimney, we will offer you the best solution for your repair needs. A leaning or tilting chimney can be caused due to several reasons such as:
- A footing that is too small for the chimney
- Poor soil quality
- Footing that is failing
- Footings that are too shallow
Let FOUNDATIONS ON THE LEVEL find out what is causing your chimney problems in California and offer you the best solution for your repair needs.
Repair Solutions for your Chimney Problems (Leaning, Tilting, Cracking)
FOUNDATIONS ON THE LEVEL uses helical piers to straighten and give extra support to the chimney. These helical piers
FOUNDATIONS ON THE LEVEL uses only the best products available for foundation repair. We use Earth Contact Products steel push piers and helical piers that are manufactured by Earth Contact Products (ECP), the best foundation repair products in the industry.
FOUNDATIONS ON THE LEVEL back our foundation and structural repair with a 25 year warranty. Our team of professionals are certified and we have continuous learning and training to stay current on all of the technologies, products and structural support solutions.
If you notice that your chimney is leaning, tilting or pulling away from the structure, contact FOUNDATIONS ON THE LEVEL. We offer free inspections and estimates to homeowners in San Diego and Orange County. Don't hesitate, contact us today!