Before & After Photos

Discover the transformation in Asbury, IA, where a homeowner faced the daunting issue of bowing walls. Before, as seen in the photograph, the integrity of their foundation was compromised, exhibiting unsettling symptoms of weakness and wear. Enter MidAmerica Basement Systems and our solution: the innovative EverBrace system. The after photo captures the essence of restoration—a secure, straightened, and stabilized foundation ready to stand the test of time. It’s not just repair; it’s reassurance for years to come.

Foundation wall crack repaired with FlexiSpan. 

Alan was having some issues with his basement foundation walls bowing inward. He contacted MidAmerica Basement Systems to have his problem addressed. He was offered a PowerBrace to permanently stabilize his foundation, and prevent it from worsening. The galvanized steel I-Beams have a patented tightening option that can help better the walls and reverse the bowing over time. PowerBraces use the wooden joist system to apply the appropriate pressure against the foundation that is needed to permanently stop the walls from worsening. With the PowerBrace system, Alan’s home is safely stabilized, increasing the life of the home itself.

Tim and Sue had begun noticing some foundation cracks along the basement wall and after taking a closer look, noticed that the wall had become to bow inward. The contacted MidAmerica Basement Systems to have the issue addressed. A PowerBrace system was offered to permanently stabilize the wall. PowerBraces are a patented I-Beam system that not only permanently stabilizes the wall, but has a tightening option that can potentially straighten the wall back to its original state. Each beam is created from galvanized steel that prevent it from rusting or oxidizing over time. Tim and Sue now have a stabilized bowing wall with hopes that it will be straight once again.

The homeowners of this Muscatine residence wanted to stabilize their bowing walls and waterproof the perimeter. The team at MidAmerica basement Systems installed PowerBrace beams to stabilize the walls and a WaterGuard perimeter drainage system to drain the leaks.