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Updated by sjhauckconstruction on Apr 27, 2019
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5 Reasons to Raise a House

Raising a home is often necessary to fix and permanently resolve structural or zoning ordinance changes. Here are 5 common reasons why a home would need to be lifted. There are specialized contractors for this type of work who can help.

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Foundation Repair

Foundation Repair

The most common reason customers have their house raised is to do foundation repair. If something is seriously wrong with a houses foundation, often raising the home is the only way to properly repair.

2

House Moving

House Moving

If you buy a recycled home or just simply want to move a house to a new location, it needs to lifted first.

3

Flood Zone

Flood Zone

Many houses along the Jersey shore are flood prone and insurance companies will often not insure a home in this area without house lifting.

4

Shoring up Unstable Footings

Shoring up Unstable Footings

Some homes soil conditions underneath may be unsafe or shifting. Installing Helical Piles is often the only way to ensure the house doesn't suffer damage.

5

Shoring and Underpinning

Shoring and Underpinning

Often time’s renovation projects need structural supports to be moved or openings added/widened. Shoring and underpinning is a good way to resolve but will require a home to be raised in many instances.