What we see in Prairieville homes
Many Prairieville homes are on slabs poured over clay soil and added fill. As that fill settles and the clay goes through wet and dry cycles, slabs can crack and settle unevenly. Drainage in newer neighborhoods is also a frequent issue, with downspouts and flat lots sending water toward the foundation.
- Hairline and wider slab cracks in homes under 20 years old
- Cracked tile floors and separating trim
- Water pooling near the slab after heavy rain
- Builder warranty questions on newer construction
Services in Prairieville
- Free foundation inspections
- Slab repair with pressed pilings or steel piers
- Foundation crack repair
- French drains, downspout lines and grading
- Driveway and patio leveling
Newer homes and builder warranties
If your home is still under a builder's structural warranty, document any cracks or changes with photos and dates. Our inspection report and floor-level map can help you understand what's happening before you talk with your builder.
Serving Ascension Parish
Prairieville is a short drive south of Baton Rouge, and we're in the area often. We also serve Gonzales, Geismar, Dutchtown and the rest of Ascension Parish.
Drainage in newer subdivisions
Flat lots, shared swales and downspouts that empty onto the lawn are common in newer Prairieville neighborhoods. When water sits against one side of a slab while the other side dries, the foundation moves unevenly. Often the best first step is simple: extend downspouts, correct the slope of flower beds and make sure the yard drains away from the house. We'll show you what's happening and price the fix that fits.
Fixed quotes and warranty
You'll get a written plan and fixed price after the inspection, and pier repairs come with a warranty that transfers to the next owner.
Common questions in Prairieville
My home is only a few years old. Can it really have foundation problems? Yes, newer homes on fill can settle. How soon can you come out? Usually within a few days.