Commercial property managers and owners have specific issues when it comes to foundation repair. It does not matter, multi-family structures or office buildings, weight becomes the key issue with commercial foundation repair. The footings are wider and deeper, the walls are taller, and the loads are greater in every aspect of commercial foundation repair.
Many of the same residential foundation repair techniques can be used. Heavy duty helical piles and heavy duty resistance piers are well suited for commercial foundation repair due to their lift capability, vibration free installation and easy load verification. Helical tieback or even plate anchors are also widely used in commercial foundation repair. Whether you are dealing with soil issues, a cracked foundation or other problem you will need a foundation repair expert that has been trained in the art of commercial foundation repair.
Due to permitting issues, a foundation engineer is generally required to perform commercial underpinning or structural work. Qualified foundation engineers will help select the foundation repair products that are necessary due to structural weights, live loads and soil conditions to make sure that your commercial building receives the attention that it requires. |
