Does Your Home Need a Lift?

Homes and other structures in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut can all be jacked and shored no matter the reason.  Eastman Building Movers starts with a building inspection to check the condition of the building and to see if it is a good candidate for lifting. The good news is that most structures pass inspection and are able to be lifted.

Do you know that there are several circumstances that would call for building jacking or building lifting? These can include:

Building Additions

Homeowners are holding on to their homes longer than ever now. They may have no plans to sell their homes and often consider additions as they have children or if they start a business that needs a home office. Sometimes, the home is on a small lot and their only option is building up, not out.

By lifting a home, a new floor can be added and it can often be much less expensive than purchasing a new home and moving. Costs vary, though, so be sure to get a quote and compare costs.

Flood Areas and FEMA Guidelines

If your home is located on or near a flood plain, lifting it can provide drainage and avoid flood damage. FEMA has its own guidelines for compliance for homes near the water. This is especially good for homes in towns in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island that are in coastal areas (New Haven, Narragansett, Little Compton, Tiverton, Newport, Mystic, South Kingstown and others).

City or Town Zoning Changes

There are construction or improvement projects that can call for zoning changes and even the use of eminent domain to acquire land. What can a homeowner do if this happens? Lift the house and move it to another lot. Historic homes can also be moved if there are zoning changes.

Foundation Failure

There has been so much news in our area about the foundation failures that have affected both Connecticut and Massachusetts homeowners. When a foundation fails lifting and jacking the house can allow for repairs to be made or an entirely new foundation to be poured.

The key to all building moves or jacking and shoring  is to preserve sound buildings. Call Eastman Building Movers 401-885-4216 or email info@eastmanbuildingmovers.com for more information on the process of moving, jacking, shoring, or lifting your building.