Foundation Repair Specialists

foundation repair SOLUTIONS

Cracked foundations, nasty crawl spaces, and musty basements can be a nuisance for homeowners. The foundation repair specialists at TerraFirma can repair the structural integrity of homes. Our expertise focuses on identifying and resolving various issues caused by shifting soil, water intrusion, or age-related wear. We’ll come to your property, diagnose the problem, and start a repair plan to get your house back in shape.

There are several tactics that our foundation repair specialists will implement based on the assessment and analysis of the foundation. These may include the following:

  • Foundation reinforcement that prevents further settlement and strengthens the existing structure
  • Foundation anchors for extra support
  • Wall stabilization to prevent bowing or leaning walls
  • Vapor barriers to manage humidity levels and impede water damage

We offer free, on-site estimates to assess the damage and offer reliable solutions to stabilize homes in Portland, Seattle, Tacoma, Roseburg, and across the Pacific Northwest.

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Foundation Piers

Here at TerraFirma, we help homeowners in Oregon and Washington minimize or eliminate symptoms of foundation settlement and sinking. Our foundation piers have been engineered for minimal disturbance to your home and a fast, effective installation. As a proud member of the SupportWorks network, we install only US-made, patented, tested, and proven foundation pier systems. If you don’t use foundation push piers like these, you may have to deal with uneven floors, cracked walls, and compromised structural integrity. By addressing these issues early, you can prevent further damage, protect your home’s value, and ensure long-term stability. Our foundation pier solutions are tailored to meet the unique challenges of the Pacific Northwest’s soil conditions, providing peace of mind for homeowners.

Helical Piers

Helical foundation piers are the industry-leading choice for unstable soil conditions. TerraFirma helical piers are ideal in areas with known soil conditions, allowing for precise installation depths tailored to your home’s needs.

  • Helps close foundation cracks and improves the function of windows and doors.
  • Potential to stabilize your home.
  • Realign a leaning chimney with your home.
  • Transfer structural loads to the surrounding soil.
  • They can be installed with handheld equipment, making them ideal for repairs with challenging access.
  • They can be installed year-round with handheld equipment, making them ideal for repairs with challenging access.
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PUSH piers

If your home is settling into unstable soil conditions, push piers are the least risky solution because they are driven all the way to bedrock or a stable soil layer. TerraFirma’s push piers are tested and proven.

  • Fast, seamless installation
  • Permanent stabilization
  • Extends to greater depths than alternative options
  • When soil conditions are unknown, push piers are the preferred solution because they are driven all the way to bedrock or a stable soil layer
  • Year-round installation
  • Installed in interior or exterior locations
  • Minimal excavation required

Pre-Construction PIERS

If you’re building to stand the test of time, TerraFirma installs piers pre-construction, or when the existing foundation has failed and needs to be replaced. Ask us about your pre-construction permanent foundation solutions for challenging builds. Excellent in both residential and commercial installations.

Grouted Micropile Tiebacks

TerraFima’s grouted MicroPile piers are typically used when challenging conditions-such as steep slopes, deep sand, rocky or wet soil, or complex geology-impede the function of other foundation piers. Capable of penetrating soil obstructions, we can increase the stability and load-bearing capacity of the surrounding soils.

75-year warranty.
Guaranteed.

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Foundation Supportworks’ push piers come with a 75-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

75-year warranty.
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Foundation Supportworks’ push piers come with a 75-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

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75-year warranty.
Guaranteed.

Foundation Supportworks’ push piers come with a 75-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

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TERRAFIRMA IN ACTION

Our team has over 20 years of experience fixing foundations across Oregon & Washington.
Check out their helpful Homeowner Tips and some great Case Studies of our Foundation Repair work.

Schedule your free
Foundation Evaluation

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Foundation Evaluation

Foundation Wall Stabilization

Cracks in your basement or foundation walls are a sign of foundation stress. Stabilization of foundation walls helps repair or prevent cracking or bowing walls. Ignoring these signs can lead to worsening structural issues, including water intrusion, loss of property value, and even safety hazards, which is why you should look into our foundation repair services. Proactively addressing these problems with our foundation stabilization methods ensures the long-term stability of your home and prevents costly repairs down the line. Each foundation wall repair solution is tailored to meet the specific needs of your home, providing peace of mind for you and your family.

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Wall Reinforcement

  • State-of-the-art solution for bowing and cracking foundation walls.
  • Uses fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) which are 10-times stronger than steel, yet flexible enough to contour tightly against your basement wall.
  • Uses the same technology the Army Corps of Engineers developed to reinforce bomb shelters, skyscrapers, and bridges
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  • Permanently stabilizes your home’s foundation walls
  • Zinc-plated steel beams are custom-fit to your basement wall height and secured tight against your basement wall with brackets anchored to your basement floor and floor joists.
  • PowerBrace’s unique, patented design allows the system to be tightened over time, potentially reversing wall failure without any invasive drilling or digging on the property.
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  • Permanently stabilize even the worst failing
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    structural damage with the EverBrace™ Wall Restoration System.
  • The system transfers the load from the failing foundation walls to the new steel system placed by TerraFirma.

75-year warranty.
Guaranteed.

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PowerBrace and CarbonArmor wall stabilization systems come with a 75-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

75-year warranty.
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PowerBrace and CarbonArmor wall stabilization systems come with a 75-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

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75-year warranty.
Guaranteed.

PowerBrace and CarbonArmor wall stabilization systems come with a 75-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

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wall anchors

  • Protect foundation walls from further inward movement.
  • Heavy-duty steel earth anchors are embedded in stable soil away from your foundation wall and then connected to steel wall plates with galvanized steel rods.
  • The system can also be tightened during dry seasons to further straighten walls over time.
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helical tiebacks wall reinforcement

  • Horizontally reinforce and stabilize foundation walls permanently.
  • Once installed, the helical tiebacks are immediately tensioned and tested without the need for curing.
  • Ideal when a fast, effective, and dependable solution is required.

Crawl Space Support Posts

When floors in the home start to sag, this may not be a foundation issue but a possible problem in the crawl space underneath. Homeowners in Oregon and Washington are very familiar with the damage our wet, damp, and expanding soils do to our homes. If left unchecked, these conditions can lead to wood rot, mold growth, and pest infestations, further weakening the structural integrity of the crawl space. Poor ventilation and trapped moisture exacerbate these issues, creating an unhealthy environment that can impact indoor air quality. Proactively addressing these problems with crawl space support posts not only protects your home but also ensures a safer, more comfortable living space.

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TERRAFIRMA IN ACTION

Our team has over 20 years of experience fixing foundations across Oregon & Washington.
Check out their helpful Homeowner Tips and some great Case Studies of our Foundation Repair work.

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REVIEWS

Don’t take our word for it – see what our clients have to say.
From Roseburg to Eugene, Portland to Seattle, our Foundation Repair work speaks for itself

Being my first home, I went into it knowing my foundation would need extra care. The TerraFirma team was amazing and very personable. I mean everyone to included, customer service when you call for an appointment, to the initial inspection, and Shea calling to make the appointment. I had Collin as the lead for my home and, he made it happen. Couldn't have had a better group be so professional and kind. Makes all the difference. Glad I was able to find these guys. Highly recommend. 🎉🎉🎉
We purchased a home in 2020 that had undisclosed water infiltration in the basement that resulted in all basement finishes needing to be demolished to clean up the water and remove mold. TerrFirma was the only company who was able to diagnose and address both water infiltration caused by poor exterior yard grading and drainage and also the interior water proofing needed. They also repaired and stabilized a very large structural crack in our basement foundation wall. In addition to doing all this work they were also able to fit earthquake retrofitting into the project while here when asked (after they showed up to start the project). The estimator, Bridget was very meticulous in her bid and made comparing estimates easy. Her experitse, flexibility, follow through and communication were superb. Working with Spencer Hunt, the project foreman, was so stress free. He was able to accommodate our request for earthquake retrofitting even though TerraFirma was extremely busy. He was excellent at explaining everything the crew was doing. He checked in with us through every step of the process to make sure we were educated about and happy with the work. We are so happy we used TerraFirma and would recommend them to anyone who needs drainage, foundation, concrete, earthquake and waterproofing work done in the future!
TerraFirma responded quickly to our call. Came out the same day for a free evaluation of our foundation in old town. Samuel was very friendly, professional, and obviously well knowledgeable about his trade. Within 2 hours we had a very thorough assessment of our foundation, including historical knowledge of our home that I didn't even know about. Thank you TerraFirma, and Sam, for helping us through this!!
In a word, Terra Firma was AWESOME! From the beginning to the end. Everyone involved, from the first visit by Tyler to the project coordinator, Jonah, to the crew that did the hard work of stabilizing my foundation, James the foreman, along with Oscar and Jayden. The engineering and permitting with the city were handled and I was informed all along the way. The crew showed up on the dot every day, was friendly, professional and respectful of the property. My property was restored to the condition they found it in with pressure washing and putting the deck back together. They also alerted me to problems with my plumbing that needed to be addressed that I would not have otherwise been aware of. It was work that needed to be done to avoid any further damage, inability to sell at a later time or saving my family the burden of dealing with it.
Excellent collaboration with the design, project management, and the work crew on foundation repair. Good, understandable, information provided and satisfactory responses to our concerns. Costs were within our budget. Had to have the crawlspace cleaned-up first before work could be done on the foundation. Highly recommended company to work with.
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We have had thoroughly excellent service from TerraFirma since October, 2017, for a variety of issues involving flooding and foundations. TerraFirma seems to us completely competent and reliable. We would recommend this company to one and all.
We had a foundation issue with our home and contacted TerraFirma Foundation for help in resolving this problem. The work was outstanding, the service great and prompt. Sammy, Geovani, Diego and the rest of the team that we interacted with were all professionals and we are very happy with the work done by all the members of the teams that worked on our project. Thank you.
TerraFirma responded quickly to our call. Came out for a free evaluation of our foundation . Seth was very friendly, professional, and obviously well knowledgeable about his trade. Within 2 hours we had a very thorough assessment of our foundation. Thank you TerraFirma, and Seth.
Luis and crew were great to work with. Excellent communication, respectful and courteous workers. Thoroughly explained and maintained a workplace with care. Really worked out to be a better experience than expected. I was initially nervous about getting into this work. Brandon who was the initial person that surveyed and estimated work to be done was always available for explaining and answering questions clearly. Materials used of top quality, cleaned up at the end of each work day. Highly recommended. Tara in office helpful from her end as well.
When we first bought our 1900s fixer upper, we had no idea what lurked behind the walls of the illegal basement apartment. Once we opened up the space we were in for quite the surprise. All the wooden post holding up the main beam of the house were rotted through at the base. You could stick a pencil through the old, soft wood. Working with TerraFirma to fix the issue was an easy choice. Eric came out to assess our problem. He was friendly and professional as he walked me through the process that was needed to fix our foundation. It wasn't going to be cheap. Don't expect this kind of work to be inexpensive (especially on older homes). We needed concrete to be cut, 2ft cubic footers poured, and six shiny new steel posts. (And while they were coming out anyway, we had them do seismic retrofitting too). There's all kinds of math and engineering that goes into determining what's needed to structurally support a home. TerraFirma handles it all. And they are experienced enough to know what it's going to cost. One of the best parts of working with them (besides the friendly employees and professional workers) is that the price they quote you is going to be the price. Full stop. There are no unexpected add ons at the end. I can sleep well at night knowing TerraFirma's work is holding up our home. A few months later when the rains started in earnest and our basement flooded (an issue we guessed had been going on for a while, hidden by those illegal apartment walls and leading to the rotting of the old wood posts) we knew who to call. Eric came out again to look at options for a sump pump system and even worked on adjusting those plans (while he was on winter vacation with his family!!) when we discovered that a third wall was seeping water and we needed a much larger amount of fixing than originally thought. We no longer have to worry during downpours. While our old fixer upper still needs a lot of work and love, we know that we are (literally) starting from a strong, solid foundation thanks to TerraFirma.
TerraFirma raised a corner of our house foundation that had settled due to soil failure. They did a fantastic job working around gas and water lines and when they were done you could not even tell any work had been done. I would definitely recommend them .
While it's an expensive job to rehab your foundation, most of this crew was super supportive and explained things well. They did a great job, even with a few hiccups which they recovered gracefully from. Well done and thank you!

Foundation Repair Homeowner Questions

How much does foundation repair cost?

Every home is different, so costs vary considerably depending on the type of foundation, existing issues, and ground/soil conditions. Keep in mind that delaying foundation repair will cause the issue to worsen, and may cause the cost to increase considerably if repair is avoided. TerraFirma also offers excellent financing packages.

How do I repair crumbling basement walls?

We have a number of options for repairing and stabilizing crumbling walls. Walls showing cracks can be stabilized with braces custom fit and secured tightly to the walls in question. For walls in really bad shape, our EverBrace Wall Replacement system is a permanent solution.

What’s included in my free estimate?

To help you decide if our solution is right for you, we provide free foundation repair estimates. Each estimate includes an on-site inspection, a professional assessment of your foundation issue, and a detailed cost estimate that we build with you for your home.

Do you handle the permits and logistics?

We do! TerraFirma employs a team of project managers who will be with you every step of the installation process. If your project requires structural or geotechnical engineering, special inspections, or permits–TerraFirma will help with all of the logistics involved. TerraFirma partners with high-quality trusted Northwest engineering firms and prides itself on thorough communication throughout the entire project process.

How does the warranty work?

We stand by our work and offer some of the longest term warranties on the market. Warranties are fully transferrable, should you decide to sell your home. Some of our warranties require annual maintenance. Click here to view our warranties.