Stair step cracking is a sign of stress and extensive pressure on foundation walls.
Horizontal cracking is one of the first symptoms noticed in bowing walls. 
Some cracks were ¼-inch in width.
Workers strategically place PowerBraces to distribute the weight properly.
Crewmen work together installing PowerBrace system.
Improper placement can cause floor system to buckle under pressure.
With the PowerBraces installed, large spacing at the top of the braces are noticeable to the naked eye.
PowerBrace system have permanently stabilized home.
PowerBraces provide support and can potentially straighten the walls back to normal.

PowerBrace System Repairs Unstable and Failing Foundation in East Moline, IL

Over the years, pressure from the ground caused stress on the home’s foundation. Stair step cracking, bowing walls, and cracks are just a few examples of stress. For homeowner Jeremy, he had all three signs. His issue was so extensive, his home was becoming unsafe for him and his family. MidAmerica Basement Systems addressed his issue with a PowerBrace System. PowerBraces are an I-beam system that supports foundation walls and allows for tightening over time, potentially improving the issue over time. PowerBraces are strategically placed along the floor system to distribute the weight of the home properly, without causing any more structural damage. The support of the PowerBrace system has made Jeremy’s home safe again.