Foundation Repair Orlando

Foundation Repair Orlando by the one Foundation Masters, LLC combines licensed structural repair contractor expertise with in-house civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering to solve the region’s toughest soil and water challenges. As a licensed structural repair contractor with civil, structural, and geotechnical expertise in-house, we understand the area’s unique combination of sandy soils, clay layers, and high water tables. Our mission is simple: identify the true cause, design the correct fix, and install it with precision—backed by documented warranties.

Led by owner/project manager Jeff Earl and Civil Engineer Ken Sands, P.E., our team conducts detailed inspections and provides a clear contract with preliminary engineering drawings after your free visit. From slab settlement and wall cracks to moisture intrusion and footing failures, every foundation repair in Orlando is tailored to your soil conditions, drainage patterns, and building loads.

Why Choose Our Foundation Repair Orlando Team

Properties in Orlando and its surrounding neighborhoods often sit on soils that shift seasonally, clay pockets that expand with moisture, and subdivisions with inconsistent fill material. To handle these conditions, we use engineered systems such as helical piers, push piers, (FM-PP25 Ton Push Pier) and pressure grouting to stabilize soils and fill voids, along with concrete or wood/timber piling where needed. For new construction, our helical pier and Pipe Piles (FM-PP30 Ton Pipe Pile) installs come with a 25-year transferable warranty, while concrete and wood/timber piling systems include a 15-year warranty.

Because we design and manufacture many of our own repair products, we maintain complete quality control from materials to installation. This ensures consistent methods, proven load capacities, and compliance with Florida Building Code requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions About Foundation Repair in Orlando

Q1. What foundation problems are most common in Orlando?
Orlando homes are built over loose sandy fill (bearing capacity often only 1,500–2,500 psf), moisture-sensitive clay pockets, and limestone that can dissolve and form voids up to several feet wide. These conditions lead to 1–3 inches of differential settlement in many homes within 10–20 years, cracking slabs, bowing block walls, and sinkhole-related cavities. Seasonal rains can raise the water table from 6 ft to just 2–3 ft below grade, adding 250–350 psf of hydrostatic pressure. Foundation Masters uses soil borings to 20–30 ft, then designs deep piers rated 60–120 kips each and pressure grouting to densify weak soils.

Q2. Do I need an engineer for foundation repair in Orlando?
Yes. Florida Building Code requires engineering for permitted structural work. An engineer determines pier depth (often 15–35 ft in Orlando), verifies load capacities up to 120 kips, and produces sealed drawings. Projects with engineering typically save 15–25 % in long-term repair costs by avoiding failed “quick fixes.” Insurers and buyers trust documentation that shows exact torque values (in lb-ft) and safety factors (≥2.0).

Q3. How long do Orlando foundation repairs take?
A typical single-family job with 6–12 piers takes 3–7 working days after permits. Large homes needing 20+ piers or deep pressure grouting (50–100 yd³ of grout) can run 2–3 weeks. Permitting in Orange County usually takes 7–14 days when engineering is complete up front.

Q4. Are helical piers or push piers better for Orlando homes?

• Helical piers (3–4 flights, 8–12 in helix) are ideal in loose sand and verify capacity by torque correlation — e.g., 7,000–9,000 lb-ft = 70–90 kips capacity.

• Push piers use the structure’s weight; best when the building exceeds 25,000 lb per pier location.
  Our engineers review SPT N-values from 5 to 30, structural loads, and required FS ≥2.0 before selecting the system.

Q5. Is foundation repair covered by insurance?
Only about 10–20 % of homeowners’ policies cover settlement; most require a “sudden collapse” or sinkhole confirmation report. We supply sealed reports (8–12 pages), permit records, and 30+ geo-photos so adjusters can evaluate claims. Even if not fully covered, this documentation often recovers 25–50 % of costs when sinkhole or water intrusion is proven.

Engineering-Led Foundation Repair for Orlando’s Sandy Soils, Clay Pockets & High Water Tables

Central Florida’s geology is highly variable — with loose sandy fill, moisture-sensitive clay pockets, and underlying limestone that can lead to void formation. Bearing capacities across the region often range from 1,500–2,500 psf in developed areas to over 4,000 psf on competent rock. Seasonal rains and a high water table — frequently 3–6 feet below grade — increase hydrostatic pressures up to 250–350 psf on foundations and retaining walls, contributing to settlement, slab cracking, and wall bowing. Rapid subdivision development with poorly compacted fill can further destabilize footings if not properly reinforced.

Foundation Masters LLC delivers engineer-directed foundation repair throughout Orlando and Central Florida, including Winter Park, Lake Nona, Dr. Phillips, Kissimmee, Maitland, and Oviedo. Our solutions include helical and push piers rated for 60–120 kips per pier to stabilize and lift settled structures, pressure grouting to densify weak soils and eliminate voids, and engineered drainage systems that reduce lateral water pressure by more than 80%. For structural walls and beams, we install carbon fiber reinforcement with tensile strength exceeding 50,000 psi or structural steel bracing. All work is designed to comply with the Florida Building Code and local permitting standards, providing documentation for insurance and long-term property value. Learn more about our foundation waterproofing and structural protection systems »

Foundation repair contractor Orlando

After inspection, you’ll receive a prioritized scope of work and, if necessary, permit-ready documentation. Typical Orlando repairs include:

• Helical or push piers to stabilize and lift settled foundations.
• Pressure grouting under slabs or footings to densify soils and eliminate voids.
• Drainage improvements to prevent erosion and manage stormwater.
• Carbon fiber or steel reinforcement to strengthen walls and beams.

We coordinate with insurance providers, HOAs, and real estate timelines, staging each job to minimize disruption to your home and landscaping.

Connected Florida Coverage

If you have property in other parts of Florida, see our statewide resources:
Tampa foundation services,
Miami coastal protection, and
Jacksonville foundation expertise.
Our Foundation Repair Florida hub connects all city pages for easy navigation and localized expertise.

Standards, Confidence & Getting Started

We follow state and local standards and provide the documentation you need for permitting and insurance. When you need Foundation Repair Orlando—whether in Orlando itself,
Winter Park foundation repair
Lake Nona foundation repair
Dr. Phillips foundation repair
Kissimmee foundation repair
Maitland foundation repair
Oviedo foundation repair

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