Before & After Photos

Before In Woodruff, WI, the homeowner noticed horizontal cracking and slight inward movement along a poured concrete foundation wall — a common sign of soil pressure and freeze-thaw cycles in northern Wisconsin. During heavy rain and spring snowmelt, they began searching for foundation repair Wisconsin and bowing wall repair Wisconsin after seeing small gaps widen along the mortar lines. The basement felt unstable, raising concerns about long-term structural performance and potential wet basement repair Wisconsin needs if movement continued.
After Sure-Dry installed the CarbonArmor Wall Reinforcement System to permanently stabilize the affected wall without invasive excavation. The low-profile carbon fiber straps were epoxied directly to the wall surface and engineered to bond tighter than steel, immediately stopping further inward movement. The system restored structural stability while preserving full basement space, providing a proven foundation repair contractor solution designed for Wisconsin soil conditions.
The basement is now structurally secure and protected against future movement.

Before:
A homeowner in Ripon, WI began noticing long horizontal cracks forming along their finished basement walls. The drywall seams were separating, and doors no longer closed smoothly—signs that the foundation walls were bowing inward under exterior soil pressure. With a fully finished lower level, the homeowners wanted a repair that could stop the movement without major excavation or tearing out the interior space.

After:
To permanently stabilize the structure, our team installed GeoLock® Wall Anchors behind the finished walls. Small, precise access openings were made to set interior wall plates, while exterior anchors were driven into stable soil beyond the active backfill zone. Once tightened, the system immediately stopped inward movement and provided the capability for future straightening.

Now, this Ripon basement is structurally sound and ready to be refinished—protected by a long-term, serviceable solution that required minimal disruption to their living space.

Before

For several years, this Ripon, WI homeowner had Sure-Dry periodically inspect their basement as horizontal wall cracks and bowing foundation walls slowly became more pronounced. Although the damage was initially minor, each inspection documented additional movement as Wisconsin's expansive soils and freeze-thaw cycles continued to place pressure against the foundation. Eventually, the wall movement reached a point where permanent repairs were necessary. At the same time, the homeowner wanted to eliminate recurring water seepage along the cove joint before it caused further damage. To permanently stabilize the foundation and waterproof the basement, Sure-Dry recommended installing the PowerBrace Wall Stabilization System along with the WaterGuard Interior Drainage System and a TripleSafe Sump Pump System.

After

Our crew first installed the PowerBrace Wall Stabilization System, carefully positioning each galvanized steel beam against the affected foundation wall and securing it to the floor and floor framing above. Wall deflection measurements were recorded during installation, allowing the system to immediately stabilize the wall while providing the opportunity for gradual straightening during future annual service appointments. To address the water intrusion, the WaterGuard Interior Drainage System was installed around the affected basement perimeter to capture groundwater before it reached the basement floor. Water is then directed into the new TripleSafe Sump Pump System, which provides three levels of pumping protection for dependable performance during heavy rains, high groundwater conditions, and power outages. The homeowner now has a permanently stabilized foundation and a comprehensive waterproofing system designed to protect their home for years to come.

For more foundation repair projects in Ripon, WI click here.

In Waupun, WI homeowners noticed a slight bend in their basements walls. They didn't know if it was something that needed to be fixed or if it would be okay to leave alone. Which is why they called our SureDry team for a free estimate.

Once our crew arrived at their home, we knew it needed care immediately. If these homeowners continued to leave the wall untreated the situation would get much worse and much more expensive. 

Our crew installed 3 GeoLocks on their basement walls. These locks latch on to the hard compacted soil outside and, over time, will be tightened to pull the wall back into place. 

With this new product installed these homeowners can eliminate the fear of their basement walls collapsing and what could be better knowing your foundation is fully protected! 

When a homeowner in Burnett, WI, was eager to start renovations but found their foundation was compromised, they turned to us. The before photo clearly shows the toll that age and environmental stress had taken on their foundation, making renovations risky. Our solution? Installing Carbon Armor. The after photo beautifully demonstrates the transformation – a strengthened foundation ready to support their renovation dreams. Simply put – they called with a problem; we answered with a durable, reliable fix.