What is Raising, Grading and Elevating?
In the context of foundation repair, raising, elevating, and grading are distinct processes that address different aspects of a building’s stability, primarily in relation to the soil and water around it.
In the context of foundation repair, raising, elevating, and grading are distinct processes that address different aspects of a building’s stability, primarily in relation to the soil and water around it.
These terms are often used interchangeably to describe the process of lifting a sunken or settling foundation back to its original, level position. This is a direct, structural repair.
Grading is the process of shaping the ground around a building to ensure that it slopes away from the foundation. It is a crucial preventative measure and often a key part of the repair process.
Relationship: While raising/elevating fixes the symptoms of a failed foundation, grading addresses the root cause: water and soil issues. A professional foundation repair often includes both: first, lifting and stabilizing the foundation, and then correcting the grading to prevent the problem from reoccurring.