Stabilizing Foundations & Preventing Further Damage

Bessette Excavating offers foundation repair excavation services to support interior and exterior foundation repairs throughout Connecticut.

 

Exterior Foundation Repairs

Structural stabilization and water management to prevent soil pressure or erosion from damaging the foundation.

  • Piering/Underpinning: Installing steel push piers or helical piers to lift and support settling foundations.
  • Wall Reinforcement: Using carbon fiber strips, steel beams, or helical tie-backs to stabilize bowing or shearing walls.
  • Waterproofing/Drainage: Installing exterior waterproofing membranes, french drains, or repairing gutters to manage water table changes that cause soil contraction.
  • Concrete Lifting/Slab-jacking: Injecting polyurethane foam or mud grout beneath sinking concrete slabs.

 

Interior Foundation Repairs
We address symptoms visible inside the home, such as uneven floors or cracks, often caused by interior settlement or moisture issues.
  • Crack Injection: Sealing basement wall cracks with epoxy or polyurethane to prevent water infiltration and seal structural cracks.
  • Interior Piering: Installing piers from inside the basement or crawlspace to support sagging floors.
  • Slab Repair: Leveling interior floors that have cracked or subsided due to under-slab soil failure.

FAQ: Exterior & Interior Foundation Repairs

Do you perform the foundation repairs themselves?
We provide the excavation and site access needed to properly complete foundation repairs.

Why is excavation needed for foundation repair?
Proper access allows contractors to identify issues, install repairs correctly, and prevent future damage.

Can foundation issues get worse over time?
Yes. Ignoring foundation problems can lead to more extensive and costly repairs.

Do you work with foundation repair specialists?
Yes. We coordinate with contractors and specialists as needed.

Serving Connecticut homeowners, contractors, and builders with dependable excavation services.