Van Matre Construction

Your home's foundation is its most critical structural element. When it fails, everything above it is at risk. At Van Matre Construction, we specialize in comprehensive foundation repair for residential and commercial properties across Lafayette. Our team diagnoses the root cause—whether expansive soils, poor drainage, or natural settling—and delivers a permanent fix. We use proven methods like helical piers to stabilize sinking foundations, carbon fiber reinforcement to stop inward bowing, and...

A damaged crawl space can lead to sagging floors, musty odors, and high energy bills. Van Matre Construction offers complete crawl space repair services in Lafayette to address structural issues and moisture problems. Common signs of crawl space damage include sloping floors, rotting wood, standing water, and pest intrusion. We start with a thorough inspection to identify weak supports, damaged joists, or failing posts. Then we design a repair plan that may include adding new support piers, repl...

Wet basements are more than a nuisance—they can lead to foundation damage, mold growth, and health issues. Van Matre Construction provides reliable basement waterproofing solutions across Lafayette to keep your lower level dry and safe. Our approach begins with identifying the source of water intrusion: cracks in the walls, hydrostatic pressure, poor exterior grading, or failed drains. We then implement a customized system that may include interior drains, French drains, sump pumps, and vapor ba...

Your foundation carries everything above it, so when it starts to fail, the whole house is at risk. We diagnose the real cause, whether that is expansive clay soil, poor drainage, or ordinary settling, and then recommend a repair that addresses it permanently. Most of our Lafayette jobs begin with a free, no-obligation inspection and quote, where we explain the damage, the proposed fix, and the timeline. Our technicians then carry out the work with as little disruption to your landscaping and da...

Cracked or bowing basement walls and settling floors are signs that the foundation below your lower level needs attention. We start by finding out what is pushing or pulling on the structure, then design a repair suited to your home rather than a generic fix. Depending on the situation, that may involve stabilizing the foundation, reinforcing walls, or correcting drainage that is adding pressure to the soil. We walk you through each step so you know what is being done and why. The goal is a soli...

Helical piers are steel shafts with spiral plates that are screwed deep into stable soil beneath a sinking foundation. Once they reach firm ground, we use them to lift and hold the structure in place. We install them with careful attention to load and depth so the support carries the weight of your home without relying on the unstable soil near the surface. Because the work is done from the outside with compact equipment, we can usually keep disruption to your yard and daily life to a minimum. W...

When a basement wall begins to bow inward, carbon fiber straps can stop the movement and help hold the wall in place. These thin, strong strips are bonded to the interior face of the wall with epoxy, adding reinforcement without bulky hardware taking up space in your basement. We first measure the wall and confirm the problem is suitable for this approach, then prepare the surface and install the straps according to the design. The repair is durable and leaves the room looking clean and finished...

Wall anchors are a practical way to straighten a leaning foundation wall and keep it from moving further. A steel plate is set against the inside of the wall, a rod runs through to an anchor buried in the soil outside, and the system is tightened gradually to pull the wall back toward vertical. We take measurements before and during the process so the movement stays controlled and the wall is not stressed beyond what it can handle. Once the wall is stable, the anchors keep it in position over th...

A crawl space in poor shape can bring sagging floors, damp air, and higher energy bills, and it often signals a problem with the structure above. We inspect for weak or failing supports, sagging joists, rotted wood, and moisture sources such as standing water or poor ventilation. The repair plan might include new support piers, replacing damaged wood, improving drainage, or sealing the space to control humidity. Where foundation movement is affecting the crawl space, we can use piers to lift and...

A bowing wall is a warning sign that soil pressure is pushing against your foundation, and it tends to get worse over time if left alone. We begin by measuring how far the wall has moved and looking for the cause, whether saturated soil, poor grading, or a drainage problem. From there we choose a method that fits the amount of bowing and the condition of the wall, such as carbon fiber straps for moderate cases or wall anchors when the wall needs to be pulled back gradually. We explain the option...

Commercial buildings need foundation repairs that keep operations running while the structure is restored. We serve businesses across Lafayette as well as homeowners, and we apply the same careful diagnosis to every property. Our team identifies the underlying cause of settlement, cracking, or wall movement, then recommends a repair method suited to the building's size and load. We plan the work around your schedule and aim to limit disruption to tenants, customers, and daily operations. Clear c...