Before & After
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In the "before" photo, notice the considerable inward bowing of this homeowner's foundation wall in McHenry, WV, a clear sign of severe foundation issues. At Fortress Foundation Solutions, we provided a robust and long-lasting resolution with our PowerBrace system. In the "after" photo, see how the zinc-plated steel beams of PowerBrace offer exceptional stabilization, tightly secured against the deteriorating wall. Designed for lasting support, this system allows for tightening over time, reversing wall failure signs. This practical solution effectively safeguards the foundation, eliminating further inward movement.
In Mc Henry, a homeowner contacted Fortress Foundation Solutions to tackle the issue of sagging floors in their crawl space, as you can see in the before photo. The problem was affecting both safety and comfort in their home. We utilized our SmartJack System to resolve this challenge effectively. SmartJacks stabilize crawl space beams and floor joists, lifting the floors towards their original elevation seamlessly. With our expertly installed galvanized steel columns, the home's floors are now supported and secure, shown in the after photo, ensuring long-term stability and peace of mind.
The crawlspace that Fortress Foundation sales representative, Zach Bolluck, inspected in Natural Bridge Station, VA was a complete disaster. The floor of the crawlspace was either loose dirt or dirt covered with a thin plastic sheet. Plastic sheets used to cover the dirt ground in crawlspaces in never a permanent solution. To be honest, it really is not a temporary solution either. Along with unnecessary debris, this crawlspace was also covered with water. The drainage systems in place were ineffective; they did not capture or drain the water that was infiltrating the crawlspace. One of the major flaws of the existing drainage systems was the faulty sump pump. Without a properly working sump pump, a crawlspace is doomed to be moist, which may result in mold or wood rot (like in this home’s case). During this four day project, Fortress Foundation Solutions installed all of the proper equipment to encapsulate and waterproof the crawlspace. The first task Fortress always completes in any crawlspace is removing all debris. We like to have a clear space to work.
Notice in the before photo, the homeowner in Head Waters faced serious challenges with their basement's foundation walls bowing inward. They reached out to us because they wanted to fix it the right way. We diagnosed the problem and installed our PowerBrace™ System, evident in the after photo. This powerful solution not only permanently stabilizes foundation walls but also allows for future adjustments to halt and potentially reverse wall failure. Our system ensures both strength and peace of mind without invasive drilling, ensuring professional and thorough foundation repair.
