Commercial Services

Protect Your Commercial Property with Reliable Foundation & Waterproofing Solutions

Knoxville commercial structures face unique challenges, from bearing the substantial weight of floors and roofs to resisting environmental wear caused by the region’s climate and active outdoor lifestyle. The proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains and the Tennessee River subjects properties to varying moisture levels. At the same time, Knoxville’s fluctuating temperatures contribute to soil instability and foundation settlement. Protecting these properties requires proactive intervention, making structural repairs and waterproofing critical to preserving strength, functionality, and value.

Structural problems can emerge gradually, but their effects can be severe—compromising the foundation, floors, and roof. Left unattended, minor cracks, uneven floors, or water intrusion may worsen, leading to costly repairs or interruptions in business operations. Proper foundation support and moisture control are essential to prevent long-term damage to these critical assets.

Since 1994, United Structural Systems has assisted businesses in maintaining and reinforcing their buildings. With over 29,000 satisfied clients, our track record is built on reliability and results. We diagnose and repair foundation and waterproofing issues, following through on our commitments and performing work to the highest standards.

Let us help protect your commercial property. Call (423) 592-7950 or send an online message to schedule an inspection.

Solutions for Fortifying Commercial Structures

A solid foundation and effective waterproofing are essential to maintaining commercial properties' longevity. We offer a suite of advanced solutions tailored to help address the diverse challenges posed by structural issues in commercial buildings. Whether your property faces foundation settlement, water intrusion, or soil instability, our services can help restore strength and enhance durability.

Businesses can turn to us for the following:

• Concrete lifting: Sunken or uneven concrete slabs can pose safety risks and affect the aesthetics of commercial spaces. Our PolyLift method provides a fast, non-invasive solution, lifting slabs to an optimal position.
• Soil nails: We install these anchors in a grid pattern to stabilize soil, helping keep commercial properties secure even in challenging conditions.
• Underpinning: When foundation settlement threatens structural integrity, our underpinning services extend the load-bearing elements to more stable soil layers. This process strengthens the foundation, preventing further movement.
• Shotcrete: Shotcrete, a pneumatically applied concrete, offers reinforcement for vertical or horizontal surfaces. This method can strengthen retaining walls, tunnels, and foundations.
• Structural repairs and reinforcements: Our structural repair services address various issues and include steel column support, T-panel repairs, carbon fiber reinforcement, and wall stabilization.
• Sinkhole remediation: Sinkholes can disrupt operations and pose severe risks to property. We use an inverted filter cone remediation technique, placing aggregate and geotextile fabric layers to strengthen the area.
• Masonry: Whether building new structures or restoring existing elements, our masonry services cover brick, marble, stone, and concrete blockwork.
• Polyurethane foam injections: Our lightweight, water-resistant polyurethane foam is ideal for filling voids and strengthening areas prone to movement.
• Soil retention: We offer various soil retention solutions, including gabion walls, Redi-Rock walls, and tiebacks. These systems hold soil in place and protect commercial properties from slope instability and erosion.
• Water and moisture management: Moisture is one of the leading causes of structural deterioration. We provide water management services, offering interior and exterior waterproofing solutions to help protect your property from water damage.