When buildings start showing cracks or sinking, it’s your foundation crying for help. Commercial underpinning stops these problems at their source. Bonardi Construction has helped Queens businesses transform their crumbling foundations into rock-solid bases that last decades. Trust us to fix problems at their core with techniques built specifically for NYC’s unique soil conditions.
Commercial underpinning is basically giving your building’s foundation a major upgrade. It’s the process we use to strengthen and stabilize foundations that have started weakening over time. Your building sits on Queens soil that’s constantly changing — maybe there’s erosion happening underneath, or the soil conditions weren’t properly checked before construction. Regardless, underpinning adds the necessary stabilization. The process often involves careful excavation around existing foundations and then creating additional structural support using concrete and other quality materials.
Many Queens businesses need underpinning when they notice uneven floors, cracks in walls, or doors that suddenly won’t close right. These are warning signs that your foundation is shifting. Our team looks at each building’s specific needs since pile drilling and foundation work must match the exact issues your property faces.
Underpinning is a foundation repair method that completely changes how your property performs over time. Specifically, the benefits set your building up for long-term success. Here’s a closer look at what professional underpinning can do for your Queens business:
A project that fixes your foundation also stops you from needing constant repairs. Your building gains longevity, and you stop throwing money at temporary fixes. So, consider requesting a quote on commercial underpinning today.
Wondering what happens during an underpinning project? First, our team examines your building thoroughly — we check walls, foundations, and surrounding soil conditions.
Next comes strategic excavation, where we dig beneath your existing foundation in small sections to keep everything stable. This step takes precision and expert timing. Once we’ve exposed the foundation area, we bring in specialized concrete mixes and reinforcement materials that match your building’s specific needs.
The installation phase is where skill really matters. Our crew creates new foundation supports that work together with your existing structure. We work in careful stages, allowing proper curing time between sections for maximum durability.
After the main underpinning work, we handle drainage improvements, waterproofing, and final soil replacement. The entire process typically takes 3-6 weeks for most commercial properties, though larger projects may require more time. No matter what, our team keeps disruption to your business operations minimal throughout the renovations.
Not sure if your building actually needs this work? Here are the dead giveaways we see in Queens buildings before owners call us:
The biggest mistake we see is businesses waiting too long. Small cracks turn into big structural failures. Minor unevenness becomes a major floor replacement project. Bonardi Construction can help you spot early warning signs before they turn into expensive repairs. We can check your building and tell you honestly if underpinning is necessary or if you need simpler fixes.
Foundation problems just get more expensive. Our Bonardi Construction team brings decades of Queens-specific experience to your commercial property. We’ve handled everything from historic building preservation to modern high-rise stabilization. We also only use quality materials that stand up to NYC’s tough conditions. Most importantly, we don’t cut corners because we know your business depends on having rock-solid foundations.
Commercial underpinning, done right, will transform your property from a constant worry to a reliable asset. Your building deserves the kind of precision and expertise that only comes from decades of working in Queens’ unique environment. Call us today to fix your foundation problems.