Piers sink into the ground as soil in the crawl space compacts
Piers sink into the ground as soil in the crawl space compacts, causing joists, beams and subfloors to become unsupported.
Shims are often used to fix sinking piers
Shims are often used to fix sinking piers. These are only a temporary fix. The piers will continue to sink as the soil compacts underneath.
SmartJacks
SmartJacks are adjustable galvanized steel piers which support sinking areas underneath homes in crawl spaces.
PowerBrace beams
Supplemental zinc-plated steel PowerBrace beams can also be installed for additional subfloor support.