Home » Services » Foundation Repair » Problem » Uneven & Sagging Floor Uneven & Sagging Floors Richmond Are Your Floors Uneven & Sagging? Kefficient Can Help One of the most common foundation issues our technicians encounter is uneven & sagging floors. This is where the floor above your basement leans to one side or has developed a noticeable sag. This is a severe foundation issue that only gets worse with time. Call Kefficient today for a FREE consultation. Why Are My Floors Uneven & Sagging? When it comes to repairing uneven & sagging floors, it's important to understand their cause. Below are some of the most common reasons why the floor above your basement is sagging or uneven: Wood RotWhen combined with high humidity & moisture, wood tends to become infected with rot. Wood produces a musty, earthy smell as the rot spreads and breaks down wood supporting your floors, causing them to sag.Sinking & Settling FoundationAnother common cause for an uneven & sagging floor is a sinking and settling foundation. This is essentially the soil underneath or around your home, giving way over time, causing your foundation to shift and manifest itself in uneven floors and damaged frames. View AllPoor DrainageFoundation issues don't happen overnight; it takes years of constant abuse for problems to appear. For many homes, poor drainage causes water to build up and manifest in foundation damage (hydrostatic pressure.)OverweightOne of the least talked about reasons for a sagging floor is weight. Weight can cause girders and beams to lose their integrity over time, leading to a sagging floor. View Less Kefficient’s Solutions For Uneven & Sagging Floors In RichmondAt Kefficient, we have the tools and experience necessary to repair even the most troubled foundations. Our services provide solutions to your uneven & sagging floors. Services such as: Structural Repair At Kefficient, no two foundation issues are the same. That is why our structural repairs are all-encompassing and focus on repair and replacement. They can range from sealing cracks in your basement walls to excavation that replaces portions of a foundation with new material. Learn More Wall Braces & Anchors Wall braces & anchors (also known as I-Beams) are braces that push a damaged wall back into place. Placed every 5 to 6 feet and bracketed into your foundation floor and ceiling, this is Kefficient's standard for foundation repair. Learn MoreView All Carbon Fiber Basement Wall Repair A less invasive alternative than steel beams, carbon fiber straps are stronger and weigh a fraction of a steel beam. Each strap is anchored at the top and bottom and secured with a water-resistant adhesive. Learn More Helical Piers Piering is the technique of driving essentially oversized screws into the bedrock underneath a home to stabilize it. Once in place, the piers are adjusted with a hydraulic jack to raise the foundation back into place. Learn More Foundation Waterproofing Foundation issues all have one thing in common: water. That is why at Kefficient, we focus on repair and prevention. Our foundation waterproofing services are all-encompassing and include interior and exterior solutions for your home. Learn MoreView LessKefficient’s Solutions For Uneven & Sagging Floors I RichmondAt Kefficient, we have the tools and experience necessary to repair even the most troubled foundations. Our services provide solutions to your uneven & sagging floors. Services such as: Structural Repair At Kefficient, no two foundation issues are the same. That is why our structural repairs are all-encompassing and focus on repair and replacement. They can range from sealing cracks in your basement walls to excavation that replaces portions of a foundation with new material. Learn More Wall Braces & Anchors Wall braces & anchors (also known as I-Beams) are braces that push a damaged wall back into place. Placed every 5 to 6 feet and bracketed into your foundation floor and ceiling, this is Kefficient's standard for foundation repair. Learn More Carbon Fiber Basement Wall Repair A less invasive alternative than steel beams, carbon fiber straps are stronger and weigh a fraction of a steel beam. Each strap is anchored at the top and bottom and secured with a water-resistant adhesive. Learn More Helical Piers Piering is the technique of driving essentially oversized screws into the bedrock underneath a home to stabilize it. Once in place, the piers are adjusted with a hydraulic jack to raise the foundation back into place. Learn More Foundation Waterproofing Foundation issues all have one thing in common: water. That is why at Kefficient, we focus on repair and prevention. Our foundation waterproofing services are all-encompassing and include interior and exterior solutions for your home. Learn More Concerned about financing? Kefficient understands that home repairs can be sudden and costly. That is why we offer flexible financing options to our customers for all of our home repair services. Learn More Learn More Concerned about financing? Kefficient understands that home repairs can be sudden and costly. That is why we offer flexible financing options to our customers for all of our home repair services. Learn More Reviews from Our Satisfied Customers At Kefficient, we deliver lasting solutions for our customers. Let them tell you why they trust us as their preferred foundation, crawl space repair, and waterproofing specialist. View All Reviews Write a Review Pam Westvery great people , answered all questions and concernsPam WestJanuary 20, 2023 Mark BlakeneyKefficient replaced my sump pump from a botched JES job. The discharge pipe was spraying water under my house and...Mark BlakeneyJanuary 26, 2023 Barb LewisThe whole experience of getting this project done was wonderful. All of our questions were answered when we had them...BBarb LewisJanuary 27, 2023 Vickie DodsonKefficient is a very professional company and they provided a quality service. Brad was prompt and efficient when providing a...Vickie DodsonJanuary 27, 2023 Rena LoganWas very happy with the remediation and encapsulation they did to my walk in attic and crawlspace. Communication was great,...Rena LoganJanuary 23, 2023 Ryan TrappWe were recommended to Kefficient from a friend of ours, and couldn't have been happier with the results. From scheduling...Ryan TrappJanuary 30, 2023 Jack BurgessCompetitive pricing, very responsive and professional. Scheduling was well coordinated, crews arrived right on time as did the supervisors. Care...JJack BurgessJanuary 27, 2023 Morag WeatherheadI’ve had a lot of work done, on numerous homes, over the years but I’ve never been more impressed with...MMorag WeatherheadJanuary 28, 2023 Max NortonKefficient did a great job on our crawl space encapsulation. Their sales associate was knowledgeable and courteous, explaining each step...MMax NortonJanuary 31, 2023 Joe ChodkiewiczThe crew and management were attentive to every detail of our basement waterproofing. We couldn’t be more pleased with the...JJoe ChodkiewiczFebruary 17, 2023 SandyWe are so very happy to find Kefficient. This company takes the time to listen to your needs and they...SandyFebruary 18, 2023 View All Reviews Write a Review Gross Crawl Space Or Basement? Set Up A Consultation Kefficient is here to help. Call us today for a free inspection. 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