We hear the same worries at kitchen tables all over Connecticut. You show us the basement, we sip coffee, and then the questions start. That’s normal. Lifting a house isn’t something you do every year. Here are the three myths we hear the most — and what really happens on the job site.
Myth #1: “All my walls will crack.”
We lift slowly. Think quarter-inch turns, then we stop and check levels. Steel beams go under the load paths, jacks are tied to one control, and the whole frame rises together. Do we ever see a tiny hairline at a corner? Sometimes. Most folks hit it with a dab of compound after set-down and move on. The point is control. That’s how our House Lifting jobs in CT keep tile lines straight and doors working.
Myth #2: “I’ve got to empty the whole house.”
Nope. Take down glass frames, mirrors, and the kids’ trophies. Secure tall bookcases. The couch, the fridge, the beds — they usually stay. If you’ve got a piano or a huge fish tank, tell us and we’ll plan around it. We’ll hand you a short prep list a week before lift day so you’re not guessing.
Myth #3: “Lifting is only for shoreline homes.”
It’s common on the coast, sure, but we lift inland too — fixing tired foundations, adding real headroom, or setting a new garage under the footprint. We’ve done ranches in Wallingford, colonials in Cheshire, and Cape homes in Stratford. Sometimes we even relocate the house across the lot when a better spot is higher and drier. Call it building lifting CT or call it smart planning — either way, it’s not just for ocean views.
Here’s the truth: good lifting is plain, steady work. Mats down, beams in, jacks synced, small moves, lots of checks. Then comes the new foundation, flood vents where needed, and a clean set-down. If a rumor’s got you spooked, ring us. We’ll walk the yard with you, mark a few lines, and talk through the plan in simple terms. That’s how we take a nerve-racking week and turn it into a solid outcome — a home that’s higher, safer, and ready for the next twenty years.
