New England Foundation Repairs New England Foundation Repair Project Of the many projects New England Foundation and Stabilization Co. have reviewed and worked on, this small house is on the top of our list for the most severe settlement we have witnessed. Our company had reviewed this project several times under different owners until finally […]
Understanding and Managing Expansive Soils Expansive soils, present in every U.S. state and around the world, cause billions of dollars in damage to homes every year. In fact, expansive soils are responsible for more financial loss than earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes combined. Proper foundation design and maintenance are critical to preserving the structural integrity […]
Overcoming Boston Soil Challenges with Helical Pier Foundation Support Local Contractor looks to Atlas System of New England for Foundation Support When a Boston contractor planned a 5-story addition to an existing structure, challenging soil conditions and limited site access created a significant foundation challenge. To safely support the new structure, a deep foundation solution […]
Helical Anchors Used For Solar Power Solar panels = sustainability. The small town of Dalton, Georgia is moving toward becoming the site of the largest solar field in the state. The project, owned by Georgia Power, will bring sustainable energy to the Dalton area for many years to come. Solar panels are an intentional project. […]
Interior Basement Drainage Systems When it comes to draining water from around and under basements there is a single preferred method and a whole host of less desirable methods. This preferred method is named many things but has a few basic elements that engineers and professional waterproofing contractors prefer. Sealed System Pitched Drain Piping Cold […]
Solving Common Rain Gutter Problems Your gutters are designed to perform one simple, yet very important task—collect and move water away from your foundation. While this sounds like a very simple function, it is also critical in protecting your home from flooding and structural damage. Even with only a ½” rain, a 2,000 square foot […]
Carbon Fiber Foundation Repair: A Modern Fix for Bowing or Cracked Basement Walls When you think of carbon fiber, your mind probably jumps to race cars, airplanes, or even high-performance sports gear like fishing poles or golf clubs. But did you know this same advanced material is being used to fix cracked and bowing basement […]
Garage Column Settlement: Causes, Signs, and Repair Solutions Posted by Jonathan Maguire, Atlas Piers of Atlanta Garage column settlement is a very common issue around the Atlanta metro area. Garage Column settlement is one of the top 3 issues we see in foundation failures. So what is it, and how do you fix it? Garage […]
Rhode Island Helical Pier Installation Complete! Ocean House, Watch Hill, Westerly, RI After two weeks at the new Ocean House Luxury Hotel, New England Foundation and Stabilization Co. completed the ECP (Earth Contact Products) Helical Torque Anchors to support the proposed event tent on the south lawn of the property that overlooks Watch Hill. The Helical anchors were […]
Do Pressed Concrete Piers Really Work for Foundation Repair? If you’re researching foundation repair, you’ve probably come across pressed concrete piers. They’re one of the most common solutions advertised by contractors—mainly because they’re fast and inexpensive to install. But do they actually work, and are they a good long-term fix for your home’s foundation? Let’s […]