Lifting your home or business means that the building is being separated from the current foundation. Once the property and foundation have been separated, a new foundation, first story floor or additional crawlspace can be created beneath the structure. Before your home is lifted follow these tips to ensure the safety of your belongings.
Underneath the Home
Make sure to clean out your basement or crawlspace prior to raising the home. Tack wiring to the walls, remove ductwork, plumbing and pipe connections beneath the home to ensure the safety of your home and workers during the lifting process.
Inside the Home
The best part about home lifting is that you don’t have to remove furniture, appliances and personal belongings from your home. Lifting your home is a gentle and smooth process. If you have valuable items that may be unsteady, lay them on the floor or strap them down to protect them from potential damage.
Outside the Home
Outside home accessories can also disrupt the house lifting process. Ensure that steps, decks, fences, porches, landscaping and shrubs are safely removed.