Basement Waterproofing in Wellman, IA
Challenge
When the homeowners in Wellman, IA first contacted us, the signs of structural distress were impossible to ignore. The property was suffering from two primary issues that threatened both its market value and its safety:
Wall Instability: The foundation walls were bowing inward significantly due to external hydrostatic pressure.
Floor Deflection: The interior floors had become uneven and "creaky," a clear indicator that the internal support system was failing to hold the weight of the home.
The homeowners needed a permanent solution that would not only halt the damage but actively work to restore the home to its original position.
Solution
Our team engineered a three-tier approach to address the moisture, the walls, and the floor supports simultaneously.
PowerBrace™ - Foundation Wall Support - I-beams were secured to the joists and floor to stop bowing and allow for future tightening to straighten walls.
WaterGuard®- Sub-Floor Drainage - An interior perimeter drainage system was installed to manage groundwater and prevent future hydrostatic pressure.
SmartJack® - Crawl Space/Basement Support - High-capacity, adjustable steel piers were installed to lift sagging floor joists back to level.