Before & After Photos

A subtle dip in the floor above was the first sign that something hidden beneath the home in Havre De Grace, MD wasn’t quite right. Concerned by the growing instability, the homeowner inspected their crawl space and discovered weakened support beams showing clear signs of settlement. Knowing the issue could worsen over time, they reached out to Quality 1st for a reliable solution that would restore their home’s structural integrity.

During our visit, we conducted a detailed assessment of the crawl space to pinpoint the areas most affected by shifting and deterioration. Based on our findings, we designed a customized repair plan centered around the installation of our heavy-duty SmartJack Support System. These adjustable steel supports were strategically placed to lift, stabilize, and permanently reinforce the compromised beams.

With the SmartJacks fully secured, the crawl space regained its strength, and the homeowner was left with renewed confidence knowing their home was once again safe and structurally sound!

In Chesapeake City, MD, a homeowner began noticing troubling signs of foundation settlement in their basement, including cracking and bowing walls. Concerned about the structural integrity of their home, they reached out to Quality 1st for a professional assessment.

Upon arrival, our team conducted a detailed inspection and confirmed that the foundation issues were being caused by a combination of water intrusion and soil pressure. To properly address the problem, we designed a customized repair plan to stabilize the foundation and prevent future damage.

Our solution included the installation of three of our most trusted systems. First, we installed our WaterGuard Drainage System along the basement perimeter to collect and redirect any incoming water away from the foundation. To protect the interior walls and control moisture, we applied CleanSpace Wall Panels, which act as a vapor barrier and brighten the basement environment. Lastly, our crew reinforced the bowing walls with our CarbonArmor Reinforcement System, carbon fiber straps that permanently stabilize the structure without invasive construction.

Together, these systems resolved the homeowner’s foundation concerns and restored the basement to a dry, healthy, and stable condition.

Beneath the surface of a seemingly sturdy home in Chesapeake City, MD, a hidden battle against moisture was quietly unfolding. Persistent water intrusion in the crawl space had begun to threaten the home’s structural integrity, leaving support beams weakened and creating ideal conditions for deterioration and mold. Concerned by the escalating damage, the homeowner contacted Quality 1st for help, prompting our team to conduct a detailed inspection to trace the source of the moisture and determine the most effective repair strategy.

Once the full extent of the issue was uncovered, we implemented a targeted solution designed to restore both stability and protection. Our crew installed our patented SmartJack Support System to reinforce and stabilize the compromised beams, ensuring lasting structural strength. To tackle the moisture problem at its root, we sealed the crawl space with our CleanSpace Vapor Barrier System, creating a durable shield against future water infiltration.

With these upgrades in place, the crawl space was transformed into a dry, secure environment, giving the homeowner renewed confidence in the safety and longevity of their home!

Noticing visible cracking and inward bowing along their basement walls, a homeowner in Landenberg, PA grew increasingly concerned about potential structural deterioration and moisture intrusion. Understanding that these issues could worsen over time if left unaddressed, the homeowner reached out to Quality 1st Basement Systems for a professional evaluation and a long-term solution to protect their home’s foundation.

Following a detailed inspection, System Design Specialist Cameron identified the underlying causes of the wall movement and developed a customized repair plan to address the problem effectively. The solution included the installation of our patented CarbonArmor Wall Reinforcement System, a high-strength stabilization method designed to permanently reinforce compromised foundation walls.

Once installed, the system restored the walls to a stable and secure condition, providing the homeowner with lasting peace of mind and confidence in the structural integrity of their home!

Concerns about repeated water seepage and noticeable floor sagging led a Bear, DE homeowner to seek out a permanent solution before more serious structural problems could develop.

Upon inspection, Quality 1st identified two primary issues, foundation settlement compromising floor stability, and groundwater intrusion through the wall-floor joint and porous basement walls. The combination posed a significant risk not only to the home's structural integrity but also to the indoor air quality due to excess moisture and the potential for mold growth.

To resolve these issues, our team implemented a dynamic waterproofing and foundation repair system. We began by installing our WaterGuard Drainage System along the interior perimeter to capture and redirect groundwater to the TripleSafe Sump Pump, which offers triple-layer protection, including a battery backup. CleanSpace Wall Panels were added to act as a moisture barrier and guide wall seepage into the drainage system, while IceGuard was installed on the discharge line to prevent freezing-related backups. Finally, to stabilize the sagging floor and address the foundation settlement, we installed our SmartJack Support System, providing adjustable, long-term support.

With these solutions in place, the homeowner now enjoys a structurally sound, dry, and healthy basement environment!