Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

This homeowner in Des Moines, Iowa wanted to sell their home, but a cracked, bowing wall in the basement was scaring away potential buyers. Midwest Foundation Repair got the call to resolve the problem quickly and professionally, and that's what we did - installing our PowerBrace wall support system to restore stability to the wall and set potential home buyers minds at ease. In the end, this homeowner was able to sell their home and the new home buyer received warrantied work they can rely on.

We installed wall anchors in this home to hold the wall and prevent it from coming inward any further. These wall anchors will also work overtime to straighten the foundation wall. The homeowner, in this case, wanted to put drywall on his basement walls, but the drywaller noticed the wall was bowing inward and was concerned about the structural integrity of the home. When we inspected the home, we found the wall of the garage was bowing inward from the active wedge the soil places on the wall. This caused several cracks to develop in the mortar joints overtime.  

This homeowner wished to upgrade the physical appearance of his sidewalks during a home improvement project, so he called Midwest Foundation Repair. We were able to lift the concrete using Polylevel foam to fill the voids in the soil that had caused it to sink in the first place. We then finished it off by sealing the joints with Nexus Pro, which can extend the life of concrete by 3-5x!

These homeowners starting seeing water stains and cracking forming in their basement. They were worried about mold, allergens and water coming through the wall, so they called Midwest! They wanted the job to be done right the first time, and knew they could trust us to take care of them. Brandon Rost, System Design Specialist, came out to meet them. After the inspection, Brandon proposed installing CleanSpace, PowerBraces, and a Sedona Dehumidifier. CleanSpace would be used as a barrier between the wall and the basement. CleanSpace helps prevent water from entering the basement, as well as preventing mold from forming and allergens from getting in. CleanSpace is waterproof, so if water gets in, it flows down the tarp like material and into the waterproofing system. This way, water does not sit in one place, which can cause mold to grow. To help the cracking and slight deflection of the wall, he proposed PowerBraces. These are metal braces that are installed to the wall that stop the walls from caving in anymore, as well as can help straighten the wall over time. The dehumidifier would also help prevent mold from growing by keeping the moisture levels down. The homeowners were excited with this idea, and we sent out the installation team. The homeowners were happy they were able to understand why the problems they were facing were happening, and what the best solution was. Check out the before and after photos of these walls! 

Shirley expressed concerns about the continued movement and potential collapse of their basement wall, as they wished to continue utilizing the basement space. The high pressure exerted on the wall posed a risk of further outward displacement. To address this issue, we recommended the implementation of a CarbonArmor system, which would effectively stabilize the wall and preserve the integrity of the living area.

The CarbonArmor system offers a permanent solution for stabilizing foundation walls. It employs fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) that possess exceptional strength, surpassing that of steel by tenfold. Moreover, these FRPs are flexible enough to conform tightly to the shape of the basement wall. By utilizing ArmorLock brackets, the CarbonArmor straps are securely affixed to the floor joists, resulting in a fast and non-invasive installation process. This solution is particularly effective for promptly stabilizing bowing and leaning walls.

To provide additional assurance, the CarbonArmor system is backed by a 25-year warranty, ensuring the long-term reliability and durability of the stabilization measures. By opting for CarbonArmor, the customer can have peace of mind knowing that their basement wall is secure and protected, allowing them to continue utilizing the space without concerns of further movement or structural compromise.