Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

These homeowners wanted to refinish their basement, but their bowing basement walls were stopping them. The problem was that they had top shear on one of their foundation walls and hydrostatic pressure from the soil on the outside of the walls. Our team fixed these problems by installing PowerBraces on the "problem" wall. We decided to use PowerBrace because the walls were poured and the deflection wasn't to the point of requiring another fix. Now the wall is stable and these homeowners can start their refinishing project!b

This homeowner had to pull her house off the market due to structural issues. She wanted these foundation issues addressed and fixed in a timely manner so she could sell her home at full value. The soil on the outside of the wall had pushed the poured wall in about an inch, causing cracks in both corners and several drywall cracks in the finished area. We installed GeoLock earth anchors to permanently stabilize the foundation wall and prevent more inward movement. 

This homeowner was worried about his wall coming into his finished basement further because it had already started to cause interior damage. The reason this was happening was because hydrostatic pressure from his backfilled area was pushing on the area, causing it to move in. To fix the problem, we installed 5 GeoLock earth anchors to stabilize his wall and straighten them over time. Plus, we ended up finishing this project without disturbing the basement! 

This homeowner was concerned with his home's foundation and the interior damage that was starting to occur as a result. Our team went out to take a look at the issue and concluded that hydrostatic pressure pushing on the walls from the outside caused wall deflection. Deflection is the bending of joists, trusses, or rafters. We used over 20 PowerBraces and 4 push piers to fix the foundation on all sides of the home. PowerBrace is a system that can be tightened over time, slowly reversing the wall failure. 

This client contacted us out of concern for the deterioration of a previous support system installed by another company, as they wanted to ensure the maintenance of their property value. The existing support jacks, which were initially installed, were showing signs of rust at the top, and the support beams made of old, rotting wood were no longer reliable. These jacks were intended to provide support for the stoop area.

Recognizing the urgency and the need for a more robust solution, we installed two Smart Jacks along with a durable metal beam to effectively support the stoop. It was essential to address the deteriorating wooden beams, as they would have continued to rot over time, compromising the stability of the support system. By replacing them with galvanized Smart Jacks, we have ensured that the stoop is properly supported and secure.

The client expressed their satisfaction and relief, as they no longer have to worry about the stability of their support system. This improvement not only safeguards the integrity of their property but also contributes to the preservation of its value.