The short answer
Foundation repair begins with measured elevations and a clear explanation of what is actually happening. Bats evaluates the foundation, structure, soil movement, drainage, plumbing concerns, and site conditions before recommending a repair plan for settled areas. The recommendation should match the property instead of forcing every symptom into one method.
Explore the repair paths
Start with the problem, then choose the method.
Foundation Piers & Piering Systems
Settled slab areas that need deeper support
↗02Pier & Beam Foundation Repair
Crawl-space foundations with settled or deteriorated supports
↗03House Leveling
Homes with measured differential settlement
↗04Slab Foundation Repair
Structural settlement in a home’s concrete foundation
↗05Cracked Wall & Structural Repair
Wall cracks connected to confirmed structural movement
↗06Retaining Wall Repair
Retaining walls with movement or drainage-related distress
↗07Garage Lintel Repair
Garage openings with confirmed lintel movement or damage
↗08Void Filling Under Slabs
Accessible voids beneath otherwise repairable concrete
↗09Pool Stabilization
Pool structures with measured, repairable settlement
↗10Drainage & Water Management
Properties where water concentrates near the foundation
↗11Commercial Foundation Repair
Commercial properties with documented structural movement
↗Direct answers
Frequently asked questions
What is the first step before choosing a foundation repair method?
Inspect the property, record the symptoms, and review elevations and site conditions. The method should follow the diagnosis, not the other way around.
How do Central Texas soils affect the repair plan?
Expansive clay can shrink during drought and swell after heavy rain. Drainage, plumbing leaks, grading, and seasonal moisture changes help explain why different parts of a structure move differently.
Can Bats explain the options without a sales pitch?
That is the goal: a plain-English explanation of what is actually happening, what may be contributing to it, and which repair options make sense for the site.
How this guidance is reviewed
Local context, visible assumptions.
This page was reviewed by the Bats Foundation Repair editorial team on July 21, 2026. It explains general repair planning; only an on-site inspection can identify the cause or scope for a specific property.
- USDA NRCS Web Soil Survey for site-specific soil context
- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension for Texas soil and water-management education
Last reviewed July 21, 2026
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