Hialeah Foundation Repair, Concrete Repair & Crawl Space Encapsulation Company

Dealing with a damaged or failing foundation can be overwhelming, but learning to recognize the early symptoms can protect your home — and prevent costly damage from developing. If there is a problem with your foundation, you’ll likely notice signs both inside and outside your home.

Signs of Common Foundation Problems

Whether you’ve noticed these warning signs or simply want peace of mind, call the pros at LRE. We offer free on-site inspections and foundation repair estimates. Contact us today to schedule yours!

LRE Foundation Repair is skilled at resolving various foundation problems. From cracked foundation walls to foundation settlement and collapsing retaining walls, we’ve seen — and repaired — it all. Learn more about our foundation repair solutions below.

Solutions for Foundation Wall Repair

With shifting, sandy soils and tropical storms, Hialeah is no stranger to foundation wall problems. Wall cracks, bowing walls, basement wall leaks, and walls that tilt inward at the top are all issues we commonly address in the area. Repairing these problems requires identifying the underlying cause. Our experts will inspect the foundation thoroughly and recommend one of the following solutions.

• GeoLock® Wall Anchors: Installing wall anchors secures the wall to stable soils beyond the home, restoring walls to their original position and preventing future bowing.
• Helical Foundation Piers: We install helical piers to close foundation wall cracks and gaps caused by foundation settlement. The piers are driven deep into the ground to find stable load-bearing soils that can support the weight of the home. Once installed, helical piers prevent new cracks from forming.

Solutions for Foundation Floor Repair

In most cases, foundation floor problems are usually the result of weak supporting soils below the home. Soil washout causes the foundation to sink and settle, resulting in cracks and other issues.

LRE Foundation Repair uses helical piers to lift and stabilize sinking foundations. Our foundation piers are driven deep into hard-backed supporting soils. Once inserted, the piers allow us to lift the foundation and create a solid supporting base. Over time, the helical piers can be adjusted, returning your foundation to its original position, closing cracks, and restoring the long-term integrity of your home.

Since 1989, Florida homeowners have trusted LRE to provide reliable, long-lasting foundation repair solutions. With over 30 years of experience, we’ve completed over 8,000 repair projects throughout the Sunshine State, earning us a reputation as an industry expert.

Dedicated to providing the best products, solutions, and services possible, we’ve partnered with Supportworks, an international network composed of the leading foundation repair contractors in North America. As a Supportworks contractor, we have access to state-of-the-art products backed by industry-leading warranties.

Call 1-352-796-0229 or contact us online today to schedule a free estimate for foundation repair in Hialeah or the surrounding area.

As a below-grade space, your crawl space is especially vulnerable to moisture. Hialeah’s high humidity and frequent rainfall put your crawl space even more at risk of water-related damage. Learn more below!

Common Hialeah Crawl Space Problems

• Excess Moisture & Humidity: High humidity levels in Florida often lead to excessive moisture in crawl spaces, promoting mold and mildew growth and damaging structural components, insulation, and more.
• Mold & Mildew Growth: Persistent moisture problems create an ideal environment for mold and mildew, which can spread to other parts of the home and affect air quality. Problems with mold can impact the health and well-being of occupants, worsening allergies, asthma, and respiratory issues.
• Wood Rot: Prolonged exposure to moisture can cause wood beams and joists in the crawl space to rot, weakening the home's structural foundation and causing sagging or uneven floors above the crawl space.
• Pest Infestations: Pests such as termites, rodents, and insects are attracted to dark, damp spaces like crawl spaces. As these pests settle into your crawl space, they can cause significant structural damage and reduce the air quality in the rest of your home.
• Increased Energy Consumption: Crawl space humidity is a problem that affects the energy consumption of your entire home. Although it may enter the crawl space first, humid air eventually makes it into the upper levels of your home. As a result, your HVAC system has to work harder to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures, which leads to higher energy bills.

Our Hialeah crawl space encapsulation services protect your crawl space from humidity and moisture intrusion. Schedule a free estimate today to learn more.

Installing a crawl space dehumidifier in Hialeah, FL, offers several significant benefits, addressing the challenges posed by the region's humid climate and ensuring a healthier, more efficient home environment.

Crawl Space Dehumidifier Benefits

Crawl Space Dehumidifier Installation by LRE

As a CleanSpace dealer, LRE installs a crawl space dehumidifier specially designed for use in hard-to-reach places. Our energy-efficient dehumidifier reduces the moisture inside your crawl space, continually circulating air to keep it dry. And thanks to its self-draining design, you don’t have to worry about draining the reservoir.

The bottom line? Our crawl space dehumidifier keeps your crawl space dry and odorless, saving you time and money in the process.

Crawl space encapsulation is a process designed to transform a damp, mold-prone crawl space into a dry, clean, and energy-efficient area. It involves sealing the crawl space to protect it from outside elements, moisture, pests, and other environmental factors. It can also include installing crawl space insulation and sealing off any vents or openings. When done right, crawl space encapsulation protects your home’s structural integrity and improves indoor air quality. Encapsulating your crawl space also adds valuable storage space to your home.

Our crawl space encapsulation process

1. Install airtight doors and vent covers
2. Eliminate sources of standing water
3. Make structural repairs
4. Encapsulate and insulate the crawl space
5. Install a crawl space dehumidifier

Schedule a free estimate with our skilled team to learn more about our crawl space encapsulation process and how it can benefit your Hialeah home.

If your concrete needs repair or leveling, you’ll likely start to notice early warning signs. To catch problems early and extend the lifespan of your concrete, it’s a good idea to regularly inspect your concrete surfaces and contact a professional to repair any issues promptly.

Signs of Concrete Damage

• Uneven Surfaces: Sunken concrete, particularly around the edges of driveways, sidewalks, or patios, indicates soil erosion or compression beneath the concrete.
• Cracks: Cracks in the concrete, especially those wider than a quarter-inch, are a clear sign of damage.
• Pooling Water: Puddles or areas where water collects on the concrete surface indicate improper drainage or uneven settling. Water stains and mold growth on or around concrete surfaces can also indicate underlying issues that need addressing.
• Soil Erosion: Evidence of soil erosion around the base of concrete structures, such as exposed roots or soil washouts, may indicate underlying issues with soil stability that could affect the integrity of the concrete above.
• Tripping Hazards: Sunken or uneven concrete can create tripping hazards that put you, your family, and your guests’ safety at risk. If you notice any raised edges or uneven surfaces, it's essential to address them quickly.
• Crumbling Edges: Crumbling or deteriorating edges of concrete surfaces suggest that the material is weakening.
• Spalling or Flaking: Flaking, scaling, or pitting on the surface of the concrete can signal damage due to freeze-thaw cycles, corrosion, or other factors.
• Joint Separation: Gaps or separation between concrete slabs or at expansion joints may indicate movement or settlement.

If you’re concerned about the concrete around your Hialeah home or business, get in touch with the team at LRE. Our experts will inspect your concrete, identifying any areas of concern and providing a detailed repair plan tailored to your home.

While PolyLevel® and mudjacking are both techniques used to lift and level sunken concrete, they differ significantly in materials, methods, and effectiveness.

PolyLevel® is a high-density polyurethane foam injection designed to quickly and effectively lift and level sinking concrete. The two-part foam mixture is injected into the soil below the concrete, where it expands to fill gaps and voids, compressing loose soil and lifting the slab back to its original position. Because PolyLevel is both lightweight and durable, it is an ideal solution for stabilizing concrete without adding excessive weight to the underlying soil.

Mudjacking, also known as slab jacking, uses a slurry mixture to lift and level sinking concrete. The slurry mixture, typically consisting of water, sand, soil, and cement, is injected below the slab to fill any voids, applying upward pressure that lifts the concrete back into place. While mudjacking is cost-effective and relatively quick, its heavy slurry can lead to further soil compression and settling over time. Mudjacking also lacks the precision and durability of PolyLevel.

PolyLevel Benefits

• Quick installation and cure time
• Accurate lift for clean results
• Cost-effective
• Non-invasive installation
• Minimal disruption to landscaping
• Waterproof and environmentally friendly
• Adjustable for loads of all sizes
• Permanent results

With its proven track record for reliability and performance, PolyLevel has become a preferred choice for homeowners and contractors seeking a lighter, faster, and more precise solution for concrete leveling and repair.

A combination of environmental and soil factors causes concrete surfaces to crack. Hialeah’s hot, humid climate leads to significant expansion and contraction in concrete. High temperatures cause the concrete to expand, while cooling causes it to contract. This repetitive cycle puts tensile stress on concrete surfaces, resulting in cracks as time goes on.

Heavy rainfall also contributes to concrete cracking. Excessive moisture can seep into the ground, causing the soil to expand when wet and contract when dry. This soil movement, particularly in the region's sandy and often unstable soil, undermines the concrete's stability, leading to cracks and uneven settling. Additionally, poor drainage systems exacerbate the issue by allowing water to pool and create further pressure on the concrete structures.

Other factors include shrinkage, which occurs when the volume of the concrete changes over time, excessive weight on the surface, and design and installation errors, such as using too much water in the concrete mix.

If your concrete is cracked, LRE can help. We offer cracked concrete repair in Hialeah and the surrounding area. Schedule a free estimate today!

Inadequate or faulty yard drainage can cause significant water damage. Luckily, there are common signs that indicate a problem with your exterior drainage. These signs include:

If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait. It’s essential to address the problem sooner rather than later so you can protect your property’s long-term health and safety.

Exterior drainage problems are often the result of environmental factors like the area’s soil composition, terrain, and climate. However, other factors affect how drainage problems develop, including issues with grading, landscaping, and existing water diversion techniques.

• Poor Grading: Hialeah is relatively flat, which can make it difficult for water to flow away from properties naturally. If a yard is not properly graded, meaning it does not slope away from the home and other structures, water can collect and cause drainage issues. Poor grading can also lead to water infiltration in basements or crawl spaces in areas with high water tables.
• Improper Landscaping: Excessive plants and improperly placed flowerbeds and landscaping features like retaining walls, patios, and driveways can also alter the natural flow of water and create drainage problems if not designed with proper water management in mind.
• Inadequate Water Diversion: Poorly designed or implemented water diversion techniques, such as inadequate swales, berms, or drainage ditches, can fail to direct water away from problem areas effectively, leading to persistent drainage issues.

Addressing yard drainage problems often requires a combination of solutions, such as installing French drains and improving gutter and downspout systems. LRE Foundation Repair can help identify the best solution based on your yard’s conditions and challenges.

We offer a variety of exterior drainage solutions in Hialeah and beyond. Learn more about the different types of yard drainage we install below.

• French Drains: These systems effectively gather and redirect water from areas prone to sogginess and foundation issues. French drains are subtle, making them suitable for handling surface water near retaining walls, building foundations, and landscaped areas.
• Trench Drains: Also known as channel drains, these solutions capture surface water runoff and guide it away from structures and problematic areas. Trench drains are installed at ground level and feature a grated channel that lets water in, with a pipe system below to transport the water to a proper drainage outlet.
• Catch Basins: Designed to collect and manage surface water runoff, catch basins direct the accumulated water to an appropriate drainage outlet, preventing ground pooling. They are also known as stormwater basins or grates.
• Downspout Drainage: These systems ensure that rainwater collected by gutters is diverted away from the house, protecting the foundation, basement or crawl space, and landscaped areas from potential water damage. Options include above-ground, underground, and recessed extensions for downspouts.

Ensure your yard stays dry and protected with our expert drainage solutions. Contact us today to schedule a free estimate!