SmartJack Installation in a Crawlspace

We offer free inspections to homeowners in the coastal GA & SC areas as well as up to Macon, GA. Before the inspection even takes place, you will receive a free informational book & packet in the mail.
Visit us online at: www.LowcountryFoundationRepair.com

[@daddybear7062]

That beam though

[@dollyhadbraces9361]

Pro tip. Wear a beanie hat under da house

[@normm.7265]

How about termite inspection first?

[@SuperdutySupermanFjb]

Termites? What termites? 👨‍🦯

[@michaelmasserang8922]

@@SuperdutySupermanFjb, the beam is eat up with termite damage. Its visible clearly in the video. Do you know what a termite is super cupcake?

[@RedfishCarolina]

I'm pretty sure he was being sarcastic for the exact reason you pointed out

[@michaelmasserang8922]

@@RedfishCarolina, Indeed!

[@headbangtiger7564]

Question on the collar on top of the pipe. How thick is the plate? Is the collar machined down so part of it sits on the inside of the pipe or is it all sitting on top of the pipe?

[@gkogel]

Yes

[@kenrobertskimboespflug4877]

Where can the jack system be purchased online? Obviously I can get the pipe, I just want the screw portion on top.

[@dollyhadbraces9361]

They jot these at Home Depot check similar vids

[@gkogel]

@@dollyhadbraces9361 Wrong.

[@michaelmasserang8922]

There are obvious framing issues to address here from termite damage. And the footings should be 24"x24"x8" concrete footings. Not engineered fill. It is also better to build masonry piers instead of franchisee jack posts such as this. This client was overcharged for a post when a CMU could be built for half the price. At the point of resale, a real masonry pier will be much more presentable with fewer questions from inspectors.

[@bangalybashir94]

Is cement installed under the rocks

[@LowcountryFoundationRepair]

No, we dig a 2x2 hole to fill with the gravel to use as the base for best support.

[@FishHeadsIV]

What if the foundation sits on a water table? How much stone do you use?

[@ColdSprite]

Depending on load but I’d prob go 1ft stone and 2ft concrete if your on a water table and it’s bad .. better safe than sorry.

[@rjwije4874]

where can I buy those jacks at?...Thanks

[@LowcountryFoundationRepair]

SmartJacks are an exclusive patented product installed by Supportworks dealers across the nation. All dealers perform free inspections to diagnose and treat floor sagging issues. Here is a link to find a dealer in your area: www.foundationsupportworks.com/dealers.html

[@michaelmasserang8922]

You can purchase an Ellis jack at the local Lowes and/or Home Depot that is half the price of this franchisee manufactured system. there is nothing special about this product. Except being overcharged to buy and deploy it.