Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

Sometimes homeowners are shocked to see what is behind their basement wall coverings, such as paneling or drywall. These Amherstburg, Ontario homeowners noticed:

-         Windows and doors were hard to open

-         Visible gaps between walls and floors and ceilings and walls

-         Cracks in the drywall near window and door frames

-         A slight slope in their floors

The problem? The scariest kind of crack: A horizontal crack and it was beginning to bow inwards.

We solved the problem with our The PowerBrace™ Wall Repair System.

In the "before" photo, you can see the tilt of the window frame is a result of a problem hidden behind the wall. 

We secured steel I-beams to the joists above the wall with heavy-duty steel brackets. The system not only stabilizes the wall and can often be tightened to help return the wall to its original position. The PowerBrace™ Wall Repair System does not require any exterior excavation and can be installed within just a couple of days.

If you notice a horizontal wall crack in your home’s foundation, please contact us for a complimentary inspection and free estimate. 1-226-702-4693

Before

The home was showing the signs of bowing and shifting foundation walls. The stair step cracking occurs when the wall begins to bow but the reinforced corners are held in place. The reinforcement comes from the corner of the foundation wall providing an anchor to the bowing wall. Over time this condition could become worse requiring full foundation wall replacement.

After

Advanced Basement Systems installed a series of Geo Lock Channel Anchors fastened at the footing. The anchor plates are buried in the yard outside, about 12ft away from the foundation wall. They're attached to the channel with long threaded galvanized rods. This installation will halt further bowing and may straighten the existing wall over time.

Give Advanced Basement Systems a call if you see signs of wall cracking in your basement!

Problem: This poured concrete foundation has a hairline crack which is letting water in. The fiberglass insulation is soaking up this water and is starting to mould. The foundation crack comes off the bottom corner of a window, which is very common due to a structural weakness.

Solution: A flexible, 3 layer, textured urethane and foam material is applied. Our patended Flexi Span comes with a 25 year warranty. 

Inspector: Tom

Foreman: Kevin

Problem: Entire foundation failing. Water seepage also.

Solution: Reconstruct foundation with poured concrete. Waterproof full basement and install sump pump with battery backup.

Inspector: Belal

Foreman: Marlon

Before

On the outside the home looks solid and in very good repair. Upon further inspection, the basement shows signs of shearing in the middle of the walls which indicates bowing in the structure. The walls at this stage have not shifted at the top or bottom but could eventually weaken and become a structural issue.

After

A combination of Power Braces and Carbon Armor have been used to brace the walls which will prevent any further bowing. This will allow the homeowner to begin finishing the basement knowing the walls are solid!

Give Advanced Basement Systems a call if you suspect your basement walls need help.