Crawl Space Repair Photo Album: Crawl Space Supports Replaced in Haverhill, MA

In Haverhill, MA, the homeowner faced weakened wooden supports in their crawl space, jeopardizing floor stability as seen in the initial photo. In response, Erickson Foundation Solutions installed the SmartJack® System, visible in the subsequent images. This system provides a durable solution, thanks to engineered fill and galvanized steel columns that support and lift the floor towards its original elevation. Notice in the photos how the support guarantees a stable environment for home renovations above.

Failing Wooden Crawl Space Supports

The original wooden crawl space support posts had weakened over time and were no longer capable of adequately supporting the floor system. As a result, the floors began to sag, creating noticeable deflection and a bouncy feel when walked on.

Soil Removal

Soil was carefully excavated to provide adequate clearance for the installation of the SmartJack support bases.

Engineered Fill

Engineered fill was placed and compacted to create a stable bearing surface for the SmartJack support bases.

SmartJack Base

The galvanized steel SmartJack bases were precisely leveled to establish a stable support system and maximize structural load distribution.

SmartJack Post Secured to Supplemental Beam

A supplemental beam was installed beneath the floor joists to distribute loads more evenly and enhance the overall stability of the floor system. The SmartJack support posts were then secured to the beam and precisely adjusted to provide proper structural support and help restore the floors toward their original elevation.

SmartJacks Secured to Main Beam

SmartJack support posts were connected to the main beam and precisely adjusted to provide permanent structural support, stabilizing the floor system and restoring it toward its intended elevation.