Before & After Photos

Before: Diagonal Cracks & Water Intrusion

This Neenah homeowner was facing two serious issues in their basement: large diagonal cracks forming across the foundation walls, and water leaking in during rains. The cracks were getting worse with time, and every storm brought puddles—making the space unusable and raising concerns about long-term structural damage.

After: Stabilized Walls & a Dry, Protected Basement

Sure-Dry installed a custom system to stop the wall movement and eliminate water problems for good:

• PowerBrace™ wall support system to stabilize and prevent further shifting of the foundation

• WaterGuard® interior drainage to capture and redirect water into the existing sump pump

• CleanSpace® vapor barrier along the walls to seal out moisture and give the basement a clean, finished look

Now the basement is structurally sound, dry, and protected year-round—no more worrying every time it rains.

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In Green Lake, WI, this home experienced unstable foundation issues, causing noticeable sagging floors and a sagging chimney. Our expert team tackled the problem using our advanced Helical Pier System. These engineered steel piers are precisely installed to reach stable, load-bearing soils, effectively lifting and supporting the foundation as featured in the after photo. Our permanent solution has put reports of foundation instability in the past for this homeowner, ensuring peace of mind and the restoration of their property’s value.

Before

A homeowner in Waupaca, WI began noticing uneven, bouncy floors throughout their home. As the crawl space support system settled over time, the floor joists no longer had the support needed to properly carry the home's weight. This resulted in sagging floors, squeaks, and gaps around trim and door frames. Weak soils and moisture conditions in Wisconsin crawl spaces commonly contribute to failing support posts and structural movement beneath the home.

After

Sure-Dry permanently reinforced the crawl space using the SmartJack Structural Support System. Each galvanized steel support was installed on a properly prepared engineered base and adjusted to stabilize the floor system. The SmartJack Structural Support System is designed to support loads exceeding 60,000 pounds and can often lift sagging floors back toward their original position while providing long-term structural stability. The homeowner now has stronger floor support, reduced floor deflection, and greater confidence in the structural integrity of their home.

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Before

A homeowner in Waupaca, WI wanted to improve the safety and usability of their basement by installing an egress window. The existing basement had limited natural light and did not have a code-compliant emergency escape opening, making it less functional as living space and limiting future finishing options. An egress window not only provides a safe emergency exit but also transforms a dark basement into a brighter, more inviting area.

After

Sure-Dry installed a new Egress Window by carefully excavating outside the foundation, cutting a precise opening through the concrete wall, and installing a new window, window well, and drainage system. The finished installation provides a code-compliant emergency escape route while allowing abundant natural light and fresh air into the basement. The homeowner now has a safer, brighter, and more functional basement with added value and peace of mind.

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Before

A homeowner in Waupaca, WI was concerned about sloping floors throughout their home, especially in an older house with a fieldstone foundation. Over time, the original basement support system had weakened, allowing the main floor to settle and creating uneven walking surfaces. Homes with fieldstone foundations often experience this type of structural movement as aging support posts, shifting soils, and decades of normal settling reduce the ability of the floor system to properly carry the home's weight.

After

Sure-Dry stabilized the home's floor system by installing the SmartJack Structural Support System in the basement. Each galvanized steel support was placed on a properly prepared engineered base and adjusted to transfer the weight of the home to stable soil below. The SmartJack Structural Support System is designed to provide permanent structural support and can often lift sagging floors closer to their original position while significantly reducing floor movement. The homeowner now has a stronger, more stable floor system and confidence that their historic home's structure is properly supported.

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