What Are Lally Columns?
Lally columns are steel pipes filled with concrete, designed to bear the load of your home and distribute it evenly to the foundation. They are commonly used in basements, crawl spaces, and other structural areas to prevent sagging or uneven floors.
*Photo Courtesy of Lally Column Corporation
Why Are Lally Columns Important?
1. Structural Support:
Lally columns provide critical vertical support to beams and floors, ensuring your home’s weight is evenly distributed.
2. Prevent Sagging Floors:
Over time, floors can sag or dip without proper support. Lally columns help maintain level floors.
3. Strengthen Aging Structures:
Older homes may need lally column replacement to restore stability and safety.
4. Compliance with Building Codes:
Properly installed lally columns ensure your home meets safety standards.
Signs You May Need Lally Column Installation or Replacement
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Sagging or uneven floors.
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Cracked or deteriorating existing columns.
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Shifting beams or joists in the basement.
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Structural settling or signs of instability.
Our Lally Column Services
1. Inspection and Assessment:
We start with a thorough evaluation of your home’s support system to identify weak or damaged columns and assess the need for new installations.
2. Installation of New Lally Columns: Our team expertly installs lally columns in the correct positions, ensuring your home is properly supported and stabilized.
3. Replacement of Old or Damaged Columns:
If your existing lally columns are rusted, cracked, or outdated, we replace them with high-quality, modern alternatives to restore your home’s integrity.
4. Custom Solutions for Unique Needs:
Every home is different, and we tailor our services to meet your specific requirements, including custom column sizing and placement.
Lally Column Plates
Lally column plates are a crucial component in providing secure and stable support for lally columns, which are commonly used in residential and commercial construction to reinforce and distribute weight. These plates are designed to ensure proper load transfer from beams or joists to the column, creating a safe and reliable structural system.
Bottom Plates
*Photos Courtesy of Lally Column Corporation
Springfield (top) Plate
We utilize Springfield plates as top plates. Springfield plates are specifically designed to provide exceptional performance under heavy loads. Their robust construction ensures a solid connection between the lally column and the supported structure, reducing the risk of structural movement or failure.
Why We Choose To Use Springfield Plates as Top Plates
Superior Strength: Engineered to handle significant loads, providing peace of mind in both residential and commercial applications.
Precision Fit: Springfield plates are designed for seamless integration with lally columns, ensuring a perfect fit and easy installation.
Durability: Made from high-quality materials, these plates resist wear and deformation, even under prolonged stress.
Code Compliance: Meets or exceeds industry standards for safety and structural integrity.
Why Choose Us?
1. Experienced Technicians:
Our team is skilled in precise lally column placement and replacement.
2. High-Quality Materials:
We use durable, long-lasting steel and concrete columns to ensure your home’s stability for years to come.
3. Timely and Efficient Service:
We understand the importance of minimizing disruption to your home and work efficiently to complete the job on time.
4. Customer Satisfaction: Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we’re committed to delivering excellent results.
5. Permitting Process Handled: Navigating permits can be overwhelming, but we take care of the entire permitting process for you, ensuring your project complies with local building codes and regulations.
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