Before & After
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This basement wall in a home near Signal Mountain, TN, exhibited signs of bowing, typically indicating that the pressure from water trapped in the surrounding soil was pushing the wall inside the basement. This phenomenon is known as hydrostatic pressure. Concerned about this issue, the homeowner contacted our team for an inspection. Upon examining the bowing wall, we recommended our Power Brace system, which applies pressure to walls to gradually return them to their original position. Our team efficiently halted any further bowing by anchoring the beams to the wooden beams and the concrete footing.
A homeowner from the picturesque Signal Mountain, TN, contacted our home inspector at Master Services regarding persistent efflorescence on one foundation wall—a classic sign of water infiltration. Worried about potential bowing of the wall due to this issue, the homeowner reached out to us. Responding promptly, we dispatched a crew tasked with installing a combination of Wall Plate Anchors and Geo Locks. Over time, excessive moisture from nearby terrain had caused the front wall to shift forward, a result of hydrostatic pressure. Utilizing Wall Plate Anchors, our team stabilized the wall by linking it to the stable surrounding soil, thus improving the overall structural integrity of the residence. Throughout the installation process, we ensured minimal disruption to the exterior yard.
Mary, a retired school teacher in Signal Mountain, TN, began to notice unsettling dips in her living room floor, making the surface uneven and causing doors to jam. Concerned about the structure of her home, she decided it was time to consult Master Services. Our home inspector arrived promptly, conducting a thorough evaluation of the crawlspace and identifying the exact areas where reinforcement was needed.
Eager to restore the floor, Mary quickly scheduled the job. Our crew arrived on time and installed three Smart Jacks at key points beneath the crawlspace. These durable jacks were carefully positioned to stabilize weakened beams and level the floor, with the added flexibility to adjust for future shifts if needed. By the end of the day, Mary was thrilled with the results, relieved to have a secure, even floor once again, and grateful for a solution she could count on for the long run.
This home in Signal Mountain, Tennessee had a crawl space with exposed soil, debris, and insulation hanging from the floor system, allowing moisture and humidity to collect beneath the home. These conditions can contribute to mold growth, wood deterioration, poor air quality, and energy inefficiency. Master Foundation & Crawl Space Repair addressed these concerns by completing a full CleanSpace® crawl space encapsulation to seal out ground moisture and create a controlled environment. The project included debris removal, sealing crawl space vents, wrapping support piers, and installing CleanSpace® vapor barrier material along the crawl space floors to protect the space from ongoing moisture intrusion. To further regulate humidity and improve air quality, a SaniDry™ Sedona dehumidifier with a condensate pump was installed, along with electrical upgrades and crawl space lighting to improve functionality and accessibility. This transformation turned the crawl space into a clean, dry, and protected area designed to support the long-term health, comfort, and structural performance of the home.
The Master Services team recently visited a residence in Monterey, TN to address settlement issues that had affected a large garage floor. Factors like soil erosion and temperature changes can cause concrete to sink and shift, leading to cracks. To tackle this problem, we employed the PolyLyft injection method, which expands and lifts the concrete, providing stability to the entire surface. Thanks to this solution, our client now has a secure platform that meets their stability requirements.
