Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

When foundation walls begin to crack or bow, homeowners may be alarmed, and pressure from the soil and water can cause the walls to collapse. Dean H. of Cooperstown, ND was experiencing problems like this and he knew of our Design Specialist, Richie, so he scheduled a free estimate. Richie went to his home, carefully examined his foundation walls, and drew out a solution that worked for them and their needs. He got all of his questions answered, so he went ahead with the project and scheduled a date for the install. 

Our Foreman, Ryan, and his production team installed our PowerBraces around the wall perimeter, stabilizing the failing basement wall and providing the potential to straighten it out. Our PowerBraces only take about a day to install and are designed to be tightened by the homeowner overtime to ensure the walls are still staying vertical. 

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A male homeowner in Cooperstown, ND had cracked foundation walls in his basement, and he wanted to get them fixed before they cracked any further. He knew of our Design Specialist, Richie, so they discussed some possible solutions with each other, and Richie proposed our Foundation Repair Wall Anchor System. The homeowner got all of his questions answered about the product, its functions, etc., so he signed Richie's proposal and got a date on his schedule for the installation. 

Our Foreman, Ryan, and his crew began the anchor installation by digging holes outside of the home beyond the foundation. From the interior foundation, our crew inserted a long, metal rod to each hole beyond the foundation. Once each anchor is connected to the metal rod, the pressure is clamped, which straightens the wall back into its original position. Our wall anchors can be installed year-round, they have a 25-year warranty, it provides very little damage to the home, and does not damage interior floors. To complete the installation, our team backfilled each hole, compacted the soil, and ensured the yard space was neater than when they found it. The homeowner was happy with the work that was completed and had a great experience! 

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Jenny L. of Cooperstown, ND had a deteriorating foundation wall that was starting to collect water. She contacted our office to discuss her problems and schedule a FREE Estimate. Our Design Specialist, Richie Noreen, went to her home, carefully inspected her deteriorating wall, and drew up a solution. Richie proposed our ShotLock Wall Restoration System that serves as a special spray-on solution. Jenny was confident in the product and the lifetime warranty, so she signed Richie's contract, put down a deposit, and went ahead with the project. 

Our Foremen, Ryan Loe and Matt Zeller, and their production teams installed 65 feet of our ShotLock around the entire basement wall perimeter. This system is specifically made to rebuild a deteriorating foundation and restore the safety and property value of the home. Our ShotLock is twice as strong as concrete and is much faster than foundation replacement. 

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A Madison, MN, homeowner had noticed a large crack forming along his basement wall over the last few years. He was worried that the cracking wall could eventually impact the safety of the home, as well as the resale value. He decided to find a foundation repair specialist in his area and quickly found American Waterworks. After perusing through our photo albums of other foundation projects in his area, he decided to sign up for his FREE estimate. 

Several weeks later, our Design Specialist, Dylan W, was headed out to the home. Dylan wasted no time getting into the basement to see the problem walls. When Dylan finished his walkthrough, he met with the homeowner. Dylan began by explaining that foundation walls are designed to withstand loads from above, not from the side. So when the pressure being put on the side of the wall exceeds what it can withstand, it's not uncommon for homeowners to see cracking or bowing. Dylan went on to say that we had the perfect solution. Dylan recommended our GeoLock wall anchors, explaining that these anchors counteract the pressure being put on the wall by anchoring it to the hard-packed, undisturbed soil beyond the foundation of the home. Dylan went on to say that not only does this method offer the potential to straighten the wall back to its original position, but it can be tightened over time to further straighten foundation walls. The homeowner was thrilled with Dylan's recommendation, and the two worked to find the best day for the installation.

About a month later, our Foreman, Juan P, and his team were out at the home to install the anchors. At the end of the project, our team had effortlessly installed 12 of our GeoLock anchors throughout the failing walls. Now, our homeowner can move on from this problem, confident that his home is properly defended! 

David L. of Madison, MN had water leaking into his basement, as well as a cracked foundation. He heard about American Waterworks from another contractor, so he contacted our office and scheduled a FREE estimate with our Design Specialist, Shane. Shane went to David's home, carefully inspected his issues, and determined a solution that would work for him, his needs, and his budget. David felt confident in the solution, so he went ahead with the project and scheduled a date for the installation. 

Our Foreman, Cole, and his production crew installed our WaterGuard Below Floor Drain which serves as an underground drain that prevents mud clogs and collects water seepage from basement walls. Next, our team installed our Foamax Wall Panels which is a special foam insulation that saves money on energy costs and prevents water moisture from invading the basement. Lastly, our crew installed our Wall Anchors throughout the foundation wall. Our Wall Anchors are designed to straighten foundation walls and bring them back to their natural position. David was happy with the work that was done, and had a great experience from start to finish! 

At American Waterworks, we provide service in basement waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space repair/encapsulation, radon testing/mitigation, and concrete repair/lifting. Call us today or click HERE to request and schedule your FREE estimate!