The problem
Why North Texas foundations move
Almost every home around Burleson and Fort Worth sits on expansive clay. It swells when it is wet and shrinks when it dries, and that constant push and pull is what lifts and drops a foundation through the seasons. Add a dry summer, a big tree close to the house, or a downspout draining against the slab, and one part of the foundation moves more than the rest.
You see it as stair-step cracks in the brick, cracks in the sheetrock above doors and windows, doors and windows that stick, gaps where the trim meets the wall, and floors that feel like they slope. When a foundation begins to fail you should address it promptly. Waiting lets the movement damage plumbing, sheetrock, and the rest of the house, which only makes the repair larger.
The Dual-Pier System
How an A-Custom foundation repair works
The Dual-Pier System has the highest load-bearing capacity of any pier we install. It places double support under the foundation beam, and the concrete cylinders will not rust or break down over time.
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Free quote
A qualified professional inspects the foundation and explains exactly what is happening and why. No scare tactics, and we never sell a repair you do not need.
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Excavate access holes
We dig access holes around the affected perimeter, about every six feet, reaching three to four feet below the base of the foundation.
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Set the dual piers
Two concrete cylinders are pressed twelve inches apart, using the weight of the structure, down through unstable clay and shale to solid bearing strata.
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Lift and level
Hydraulic jacks raise the foundation evenly, closing cracks and bringing doors, windows, and floors back toward level.
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Lock it in
The jacks are replaced with concrete, the foundation is restored to like-new condition, and your lawn, shrubs, and landscaping are put back.
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Document and warranty
You receive a third-party engineering report and a lifetime transferable warranty covering foundation movement for the life of the structure.
Proof, not promises
Real repairs, before and after
Cracked brick, separated corners, and split sheetrock are the visible signs of a moving foundation. Here is the same work, before we arrived and after the Dual-Pier System went in.
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Before 
After Garage corner separation
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Before 
After Stair-step crack at a window
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Before 
After Interior drywall crack
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Before 
After Crack above an interior door
Where we work
Foundation repair across the area
Based in Burleson, serving the surrounding DFW communities. Find your city for local detail.
- Foundation Repair in Burleson
- Foundation Repair in Fort Worth
- Foundation Repair in Joshua
- Foundation Repair in Crowley
- Foundation Repair in Cleburne
- Foundation Repair in Hillsboro
- Foundation Repair in Mansfield
- Foundation Repair in North Richland Hills
- Foundation Repair in Hurst
- Foundation Repair in Benbrook
FAQ
Foundation repair questions
How much does foundation repair cost in the Fort Worth area?
Cost depends on the structure. Every home is different, so the foundation has to be inspected by a qualified professional before we can give you an accurate price. That is why the quote is free. We put the scope and the number in writing before any work begins.
What is the Dual-Pier System?
It is the repair method we specialize in. We drive two concrete cylinders twelve inches apart down through unstable clay and shale to solid bearing strata, giving double support under the foundation beam. It has the highest load-bearing capacity of any pier we install and carries a lifetime transferable warranty.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes. The Dual-Pier System is backed by a lifetime transferable warranty covering foundation movement for the life of the structure. Because it transfers to the next owner, it is an asset when you sell the home.
How long can I wait to repair my foundation?
When a foundation begins to fail you should address it promptly. Waiting can cause damage to plumbing, sheetrock, and the rest of the house, which makes the repair larger and more expensive.
Worried about a crack? Get a free, no-pressure foundation quote in writing.