Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

The Master Services team recently tackled a serious bowed foundation wall issue in Castlewood, VA. The basement, which doubled as a parking area, showed a large horizontal crack and significant efflorescence. Over time, the wall had cracked due to excessive moisture in the surrounding soil, prompting the homeowner to seek a reliable solution for reinforcing their garage walls.

Our approach involved installing I-Beam Wall Braces, which stabilize the wall by anchoring into the sturdier soil outside. By reinforcing the overall structure, this method ensures that the newly secured basement-garage area remains safe and reliable for years to come.

In Unicoi, TN, the Master Services installation team successfully addressed a weakened foundation wall showing signs of bowing. To rectify this issue, we employed our Wall Braces, effectively stabilizing the wall. Our installation of Wall Anchors provided crucial support by connecting the wall to stable soil in its surroundings, thereby enhancing the overall structural integrity of the house.

Since the homeowner had the wall covered by drywall, our crew had to carefully cut through it during the installation process. However, once installed, the anchors will be invisible, seamlessly blending into the wall while providing essential reinforcement.

We dispatched our team to evaluate a basement wall exhibiting visible cracks and requiring additional reinforcement at a residential property in Vansant, VA. Our specialists utilized the Carbon Fiber Wall Armor system to rectify the problem. The carbon fiber straps, while equally strong as steel, eliminate the need for drilling or heavy equipment during installation. Furthermore, once the repair work is complete, it can be concealed seamlessly.

In Bristol, VA, a concerned homeowner named Sarah reached out to Master Services after noticing large cracks forming around a window frame and a widening gap in her basement. Worried about the structural integrity of her home, she wanted answers. Our home inspector arrived promptly and discovered that the foundation had been compromised due to soil settling, which was caused by fluctuating moisture levels. The intense summer heat had caused the clay beneath the concrete slab to contract, resulting in one side of the house sinking—a common issue in the region.

Understanding Sarah’s concerns, we explained that if left unchecked, the settling could lead to more severe damage. To address the issue, we recommended installing two Helical piers under a corner of the structure to provide additional support and prevent further movement. Sarah appreciated the quick response and clear explanation of the solution.

Once the job was completed, Sarah was relieved to see the cracks close up, a visible sign that her home was now secure. With the foundation stabilized, she felt reassured, knowing her home was safe and future problems had been prevented.

In Bristol, VA, a previous customer of Master Services reached out to us for assistance, having previously had their crawlspace encapsulated by our team a couple of years ago. The issue at hand was unstable floors, which had begun to sink and warp over time, likely due to mold growth and soil settling. Upon inspection, our team pinpointed the poor quality of the supporting wood beams as the underlying cause. To effectively remedy this issue, Master Services deployed our trusted Smart Jacks system. These specialized jacks are specifically designed to provide robust support for sagging floors, especially in confined spaces like crawlspaces. Our crew installed them while ensuring not to disturb the previous encapsulation, offering a long-term solution that can be adjusted as needed over time.