Addressing Wall Cracks in a Finished Basement in South Harrison Township, NJ
Challenge
A homeowner had resided in their home since 1987 and had been grappling with persistent wall cracks in their finished basement for several decades. With the intention of selling the house, resolving the issue of these cracks became a significant priority for the homeowner. Although the cracks were not causing any water leakage or seepage problems, there were concerns about potential foundation issues. Seeking assistance, the homeowner turned to the Quality 1st Basement Systems team.
Solution
The system design specialist proposed the innovative PowerBrace™ foundation wall repair system as a suitable solution to address the homeowner's concerns. The PowerBrace™ system is designed specifically to stabilize failing basement walls and, over time, potentially rectify their misalignment.
To tackle the challenge at hand, the team started by installing a total of 22 Power Braces evenly along the parallel walls of the homeowner's finished basement. These steel i-beams are capable of stabilizing the walls without necessitating any outside excavation. Additionally, all components of the PowerBrace™ system are zinc-coated to ensure resistance against rust and ensure long-lasting durability.
With the installation of the PowerBrace™ system, the homeowner gained reassurance regarding the stability of their foundation walls and the prevention of further damage caused by the cracks. The PowerBraces™ provided a clean and neat appearance in the basement while causing minimal disruption to the available space.
One of the key advantages of the PowerBrace™ system is its adjustability over time. Through annual maintenance appointments with our service technicians, the homeowner, and future homeowners, can have the PowerBraces™ tightened progressively. This adjustment process facilitates the gradual shifting of the walls back into their proper alignment, effectively fixing the wall cracks and improving their overall condition.
The solution provided successfully addressed the homeowner's immediate concerns and offered the potential for long-term improvement. With the PowerBrace™ system in place, the homeowner could confidently proceed with their plans to sell the house, knowing that the foundation was stabilized and the wall cracks were being actively and effectively addressed.
Project Summary
Foreman: Anthoni Santiago
