Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

The homeowner of the basement in Galesburg was starting to worry about the condition of the basement walls and so they called the professionals at MidAmerica Basement Systems. The team installed the patented Powerbrace system to permanently stabilize the walls and potentially improve the condition of the walls over time. The homeowner feels much safer in his basement thanks to PowerBrace!

This homeowner in Galesburg, IL, noticed their kitchen floor was starting to sag, causing understandable concern. The before photo reveals the culprit, a compromised crawlspace needing urgent attention. Enter our solution: the SmartJack system - a solution that uses a series of steel beams to stabilize the main floor. The after photo showcases this system in action supporting the sagging floor and bringing it back to it's proper level. Now the homeowner can enjoy their kitchen without the fret of instability. 

In Galesburg, IL, a homeowner reached out distressed by worrying cracks and a bowing wall, signaling potential foundation failure. Spot the issue in the 'before' photo for a clear view of the concern. Stepping in, we used our top-of-the-line PowerBrace system to provide a straight, secure foundation. The ‘after’ photo proudly showcases a stabilized wall, ensuring peace of mind and a return to safety. Through skilled intervention, we turned a worrisome space into a secure, lasting solution.

This Bettendorf homeowner discovered a troubling sign: bowing walls in their basement. Bowing walls indicate foundation stress and potential structural issues. Thankfully, there's a solution that doesn't require major excavation – PowerBraces!

By installing PowerBraces in their basement, the Bettendorf homeowner gained several advantages:

• Stabilized Foundation: PowerBraces effectively halt inward movement of the bowing wall, preventing further foundation issues.
• Potential Wall Straightening: The adjustable joist bracket allows for gradual tightening, which may straighten the wall over time in some cases.
• Preserved Landscaping: The interior installation process avoids any disruption to your yard or landscaping.
• Faster Installation: Compared to exterior foundation repair methods, PowerBraces can often be installed more quickly, minimizing disruption to your home.

If you're concerned about bowing walls in your basement, PowerBraces offer a minimally invasive and effective solution to stabilize your foundation and restore peace of mind.

In the before photo, you can see how the foundation walls of this Bettendorf, IA home were on the brink of complete failure. The homeowner knew something needed to be done to prevent further damage and maintain their home's structural integrity. We stepped in with our PowerBrace system, a zinc-plated steel beam solution designed to permanently stabilize those walls. As shown in the after photo, our approach required no invasive drilling or excavating, ensuring no more inward wall movement, and safeguarding the home's foundation for the future.