Foundation, crawl space and concrete leveling in Florence, SC
For homeowners in Florence and the rest of Florence County, HydroHelp911 does foundation and crawl space repair as well as concrete leveling, from our Columbia office. If you're looking for a reliable contractor to help, you're in the right place: we'll help you understand what is going on with your home and recommend repairs built to last. Start with a free inspection, or read on to learn more. The ground across Florence County is mostly sandy clay.
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Two ways to start. Both are free, with no obligation.
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Send a short form, and our office will call to book a time that suits you.
For new customers who book online through our website and then sign a contract.
Columbia office
1122 Lady St Ste 208
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone
(803) 784-0889Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Getting to you
About 90 minutes from the office, 72 miles.
About Florence
How Old Are the Homes in Florence?
Soil: sandy clay (Florence County survey)
Expansion risk: low (Florence sample)
Housing: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
Homes by decade built
What we fix
What Problems Do We Fix in Florence?
Foundation Settlement
When part of your home drops because the soil beneath it has moved or compressed, the symptoms show up as cracks, sticking doors, and uneven floors.
What this looks likeSagging Floors
In most Carolinas homes, the cause of a floor that sags or feels bouncy is wood rot or weakened joists in a damp crawl space underneath.
What this looks likeTripping Hazards
A raised or sunken slab edge along a walkway, driveway, or patio usually starts when the soil under the slab moves and the concrete follows it.
What this looks likeLocal conditions
What Soil Is Florence Built On?
The USDA sample inside Florence is too mixed to name one main soil, so the county survey is the better guide. Across Florence County, the most common soil is Coxville, a deep gray sandy clay, covering more than a tenth of the land. Lynchburg, Goldsboro and Norfolk are the next most common. The USDA rates the sample inside Florence low for swelling and shrinking, which means it changes size very little as it gets wet and dries out.
Coxville is a deep soil that formed from old marine and river deposits of the Coastal Plain, usually found on low, flat ground. Its top layer is fine sandy loam, and under that is gray sandy clay. Loam is soil with a mix of sand, silt and clay. It stays wet for long periods, often with water close to the surface.
Lynchburg is a deep soil that formed from old marine and river deposits of the Coastal Plain, usually found on Coastal Plain terraces. Its top layer is fine sand, and under that is light olive brown sandy clay loam. It stays wet near the surface for part of the year, and the USDA rates it low for swelling and shrinking, which means it changes size very little as it gets wet and dries out.
What It Means for Your Home
- FoundationsSoil that stays wet can stay soft under a footing and let parts of a house settle unevenly. Look for a sinking foundation and cracks in the floor. See foundation repair.
- Crawl spacesWater close to the surface can mean standing water and damp air in a crawl space for much of the year. Look for groundwater seeping into the crawl space and moisture in the crawl space. See crawl space repair and crawl space encapsulation.
- Floor framingWater close to the surface keeps the air under a house humid, and joists and beams that stay damp can rot and weaken. Look for rotted floor joists, and broken or cracked joists. See framing repair.
- ConcreteSlabs on ground that stays wet can settle unevenly. Look for uneven slabs and a cracked garage floor. See concrete leveling.
Soil survey: USDA NRCS Soil Data Access (SSURGO), sdmdataaccess.nrcs.usda.gov. Across Florence County, the survey maps Coxville, Lynchburg and Goldsboro series. USDA rates the soil inside Florence low for swelling and shrinking (weighted linear extensibility 1.02 percent). Series descriptions: USDA NRCS Official Series Descriptions for Coxville and Lynchburg.
How Much Rain and Humidity Does Florence Get?
Based on NOAA 1991 to 2020 climate normals for Florence Regional Airport, about 4 miles away, Florence averages 45.3 inches of precipitation a year and a July dew point of about 71 degrees, with about 40 days a year when the low reaches 32 degrees or colder.
Climate: NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals, Florence Regional Airport.
Where we work
Which ZIP Codes in Florence Do We Serve?
ZIP codes inside Florence: 29501, 29505, 29506, 29541.
Services available
Foundation, Crawl Space and Concrete Repair in Florence
Foundation Repair in Florence
Settlement, foundation cracks, bowing walls and leaning chimneys, with the repair matched to the cause.
Crawl Space Repair in Florence
Moisture, interior drainage, sagging floors and structural repair under a raised home.
Crawl Space Encapsulation in Florence
Vapor barriers, vent sealing, dehumidifiers and interior drainage that help keep a crawl space dry.
Basement Waterproofing in Florence
Interior drainage systems, sump pumps, vapor barriers and basement crack repair.
Framing Repair in Florence
Floor joists, sill plates, beams, girders and posts below the subfloor.
Concrete Leveling in Florence
Lifting and leveling settled sidewalks, patios, steps and garage floors.
One free inspection covers all of it: an inspector, clear findings, and a written estimate.
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What Homeowners Say About Our Columbia Office
A very nice gentleman came out and did an inspection for me and gave me all my options for fixing my issue. I highly recommend this company.
Justin and his crew did a wonderful job in our crawl space. Sales was amazing, and we will be recommending this company to everyone.
Highly recommend JJ Evans from Hydro Help 911. He did an assessment and evaluation of water/foundation issues for us. He was thorough, looked for root causes, and made sure what issues were effecting the property as a whole. (Not just at the obvious problem sites.). JJ is very knowledgeable and professional. He also explains causes/effects in layman’s terms, offering the science behind the issue if/when appropriate.
The crew
Some of the Team Members Who Work in Your Area
Florence is served from our Columbia office. The same company schedules the inspection, runs the install, and answers a warranty call later.
Columbia office
Where Does the Crew Come From?
Work here is dispatched from our Columbia office, 72 miles away, about 90 minutes. You will find it at 1122 Lady St Ste 208, Columbia, SC 29201.
Dispatching crews across Florence County.
What Do Florence Homeowners Ask?
Don't see your question here? Call or fill out our quick online form, and our team will help.
There is no single price. The cost depends on what the inspection finds, such as the size of the area, access, and the cause behind the problem. The free inspection ends with a written estimate that spells out the method, scope, and price. Financing is available, and your inspector can go over the options with you when you get your written estimate.
Schedule a Free Inspection in Florence
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Send a short form, and our office will call to book a time that suits you.
For new customers who book online through our website and then sign a contract.
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