A permanent wood foundation (PWF) is a long-lasting, durable foundation system for your home. It is made of treated lumber and fastened together with galvanized metal fasteners. A PWF will not rot or decay like a traditional wooden foundation, and it is termite resistant. If you have a PWF, you do not need to worry about replacing it every few years as you would with a traditional wooden foundation.
If your home has a PWF, you may be wondering how to repair it if it becomes damaged. The good news is that repairing a PWF is relatively easy and does not require any special skills or tools. All you need is some basic carpentry knowledge and the ability to follow instructions.
The first step in repairing your PWF is to identify the source of the damage. If there are cracks in the concrete floor or walls, these will need to be repaired before anything else can be done. Once the cracks are repaired, you can move on to fixing any damaged boards.
If one or more of the boards in your PWF are damaged, they will need to be replaced. To do this, simply remove the old board and replace it with a new one using galvanized nails or screws. Be sure to predrill holes for the nails or screws so that they do not split the wood. Once all of the damaged boards have been replaced, your PWF should be as good as new!