Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

This home had bowed walls, as well a flooding problem. Bowed walls compromise the structural integrity of the home, in order to restore structural integrity to the home we installed our patented PowerBrace system. In order to fix the flooding problem occuring in the basement we installed our patented WaterGuard system to stop the water from coming up from the foundation and directing it to the sump pump. 

Initially, this homeowner sought assistance from a different contractor to address their sinking home issues. However, the first company, upon starting the project, realized the complexities involved and abandoned the project, leaving the homeowner in a difficult situation. Understandably, the homeowner was hesitant to trust another contractor, having already faced disappointment.

After two years of patiently building trust and rapport with the client, they finally felt confident in our ability to complete the project. During this time, we provided consistent support, answering their questions, and alleviating their concerns.

Our process began by excavating the right side of the home's foundation. This involved digging down eighteen feet to reach the footing, creating space under it. We then utilized hydraulic rams to drive our Stabil-Loc push piers into bedrock or the appropriate strata. Once in place, we applied pressure upwards. This not only halted the home's sinking but also restored it to its original height, preventing future movement.

Moving to the front of the home, we had to first temporarily support the structure before removing the front porch and wall. Once safely supported, we excavated to the required depth. Here, we used pre-construction Stabil-Loc push piers to prevent the foundation from sinking, even without the weight of the structure. Afterward, we poured a new footing and wall, rebuilt the porch, and gently lowered the home.

With the exterior repairs complete, we turned our attention to reinforcing the interior foundation wall. CarbonArmor reinforcements were applied to prevent inward bowing as the exterior soil settled. To address the uneven floors caused by the sinking, we utilized our PolyLevel leveling system, ensuring a smooth, even surface.

To complete the project, we also renewed the sidewalk and graded the yard. Throughout the two-year journey and the project itself, the homeowner had numerous questions and concerns. However, upon project completion, they expressed their satisfaction and relief, knowing that their home was now secure and stable. Our work not only restored their peace of mind but also their confidence in their home's stability.

This homeowner reached out after noticing cracks forming throughout their sheet rock. They feared their home was settling—and they were right. During our inspection, we saw the tell-tale signs: cracks pointing above door frames, spreading across the living room, all indicating interior settlement. The root cause? Their home had been built on fill dirt instead of stable, virgin soil.

To make the home safe for our team and the family, we began by opening sections of the ceiling and installing SmartJack temporary supports. Once secured, we removed the failing lally columns never meant to be permanent and installed six Stabil-Loc Push Piers along the home’s steel I-beam main girder to permanently stabilize the structure.

On the right side of the foundation, where cracks had formed and the wall was at risk of rolling inward, we prepped the surface and installed vertical and bi-directional SRS Carbon Fiber Strips for added reinforcement. We also placed crack monitors outside so the homeowner could track the minor cracks that sat in the “watch” zone.

With their home now structurally sound and permanently stabilized, these homeowners can finally sleep easy. No more worrying about walking upstairs or wondering if the house is moving. Their peace of mind and the transformation speaks for itself. Call 1-914-326-2955 to speak with a Specialist and schedule your FREE foundation consultation today!

We turned this nasty crawlspace with structural problems into a clean and safe crawlspace with the SmartJack support system.