Case Studies

Extending downspouts in Gaithersburg, Virginia

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Challenge

A homeowner in Gaithersburg, Maryland noticed her concrete walkway had started sinking over time. After calling Fortress, Skylar came out to inspect the issue and quickly identified the cause. The home’s downspouts were discharging water too close to the foundation, and the slope of the yard directed water straight toward the walkway. Over time, the water washed out the soil beneath the concrete, causing it to settle and sink.

Solution

Ethan and Sammy completed the repair by extending all four downspouts to move water farther away from the home and injecting PolyLevel beneath the walkway to lift it back to level seamlessly.