Before & After Photos

Mike was concerned about the cracks and inward shifting of his basement foundation. The separation between the blocks was becoming worse and worse, and he knew that something needed to be done quickly before the foundation could gave in. Mike reached out to MidAmerica Basement Systems for help and design specialist, Wes, was there to offer him a permanent foundation solution. A PowerBrace system was offered to permanently stabilize the wall, preventing any more inward movement. The patented I-Beam system also offers the unique tightening feature that can over time, increase the appearance of the bowing wall. Keeping a constant torqued pressure against the wall will not only stops the wall from worsening because help reverse the bowing issue. Thanks to the help from MidAmerica Basement Systems, Mike no longer worries about his foundation wall failing.

In Davenport, IA, a homeowner faced concerning signs of wear in their home's foundation - cracking and bowing walls, visible in the 'before' photo. Understanding the urgency, we stepped in with a remarkable fix: our PowerBrace system. As noticeable in the 'after' photo, this ingenious solution not only halts further damage but steadily rectifies structural flaws, ensuring the homeowner peace of mind with a stable and secure foundation for years to come.

In Davenport, IA, a homeowner was worried their foundation may not withstand the pressures it was under. As seen in the before photo, the soil surrounding their house had pushed the walls inward, making the potential for collapse a real concern. We weren't going to let that happen! With our expert team on the job, we installed a Push Pier System to stabilize the foundation, and used GeoLock Wall Anchors to secure the walls in their upright position. Notice in the after photo how the foundation is now stable and secure thanks to our trusted foundation repair experts at MidAmerica Basement Systems. 

Cracked and bowing garage walls threatened the structural safety of this home in Davenport, IA. Concerned about lasting stability, the homeowner turned to us at MidAmerica Basement Systems. Using our trusted PowerBrace system, we set structural steel beams that were precisely fit and secured to stabilize the foundation permanently. Our wall support system not only ensures stability but can also enhance the structure overtime. In the after photo, you can see how effectively we have transformed the space, making the home secure for the long-run. 

In Davenport, IA, shifting subgrade soils compromised a residential structure, causing differential settlement that jeopardized the home’s overall stability and long-term equity. Weak, expanding upper soil layers failed to bear the weight of the structure, causing footings to sink unevenly. To halt this structural movement, System Design Specialist Rob Chismark evaluated the site and engineered a deep-foundation stabilization strategy utilizing an industrial-grade Helical Pier System through MidAmerica Basement Systems.

Foreman Ian Carnithan led the production team, consisting of crew members David, Gio, and Markell, in executing the pier installation beneath the settled footings. The crew excavated down to expose the foundation footings and mechanically torque-screwed heavy-gauge steel shafts fitted with helical flight plates deep into the earth. Ian and the team advanced the piers through the weak, expansive topsoil until anchoring firmly into dense, load-bearing strata capable of holding the structure's weight.

Once the piers achieved the target torque capacity and structural depth, heavy-duty steel foundation brackets were attached underneath the home’s footing. The weight of the home was then transferred directly off the unstable soil and onto the steel piers anchored far below. Using hydraulic pressure against the installed piering matrix, the crew stabilized the foundation and attempted to lift the structure back toward its original level position. Following backfilling and site restoration, the home was left with a concealed, fully warrantied deep-foundation repair that ensures permanent stability.