Foundation Repair Photo Album: Chimney Repair in Franklin, TN

A homeowner in Franklin, TN, contacted Frontier after noticing the chimney pulling away from the home. Our inspection confirmed settlement, so the crew installed two helical piers beneath the chimney to stabilize it and provide permanent support. While on-site, we also addressed moisture in the crawl space. The area was treated with Shockwave to remove mold, then protected with a 10 mil vapor barrier, drainage system, and sump pump to help keep the space dry and healthy.

Tilting Chimney

A crack had formed where the chimney cover met the brick wall, indicating the chimney was pulling away from the home.

Moisture in the Crawl Space

The inspection revealed standing water and saturated, heavy insulation in the crawl space, creating the perfect environment for wood damage and mold growth.

Helical Piers Support Chimney

The Frontier team installed two helical piers beneath the chimney footing to stop settlement.

Insulation Removal

Moist insulation was removed so the Frontier team could apply Shockwave mold treatment to the floor joists and subfloor, helping eliminate existing growth.

Shockwave Mold Treatment

Shockwave mold treatment was applied to the floor joists and subfloor to eliminate existing mold and help prevent future growth.

Drainage System

To prevent standing water in the crawl space, a drainage system was installed around the perimeter.

Drainage Matting

Drainage Matting is installed underneath the CleanSpace liner to allow water to move laterally toward the drainage system.

TripleSafe Sump Pump

The drainage system connects to the TripleSafe sump pump to collect and discharge water away from the home.

CleanSpace Liner

A 10 mil CleanSpace liner was installed to cover the floor and help protect the crawl space from ground moisture.

IceGuard and LawnScape Outlet

The sump pump discharge line runs through an IceGuard and ends at a LawnScape outlet, directing water downhill to prevent it from returning to the foundation.