Pier and beam homes, which often feature a crawl space, require careful attention during repairs. It's essential to inspect every joist, beam, soleplate, and rim by crawling under the house. In older homes, you might find tree stumps or large rocks supporting the foundation—methods that no longer meet modern standards and may need to be addressed.

This process is time-consuming and labor-intensive, often requiring a full readjustment of the entire foundation.