Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

Scott, a homeowner in Brookeville, Maryland, noticed over time that his gorgeous front patio was sinking significantly - particularly causing the patio roof to begin slanting as well. He called Fortress, and we sent out Skylar to perform a thorough evaluation. After inspecting the structure, Skylar determined that the patio was too heavy for the soil beneath it. With nearly a 6-inch drop, as seen in the before photo, Skylar knew the porch needed to be stabilized and that there was also a possibility of lifting it back up.

Nick was the foreman on this project, along with his helper Ricardo. They got to work installing two helical piers to permanently stabilize the patio. In the after photo, you can see how cleanly the bracket is installed - and once covered with dirt, it sits nearly flush with the ground.

Before, the Fitzgeralds in Alexandria, were experiencing structural concerns beneath the deck that supported their sunroom. After a full inspection, we found the area needed additional support, but the tight crawlspace made access difficult and required sections of the deck boards to be carefully removed. Gustavo, our foreman, and his crew installed 8 SmartJacks along with 20 feet of supplemental beam to properly stabilize the structure. Now, the sunroom is safely supported and stabilized for years to come.

In Boyce, Tyrone was dealing with severely bowing walls and stairstep cracking—clear signs of significant structural pressure on his foundation. The before photos show walls that had begun to shift inward, indicating instability that, if left unaddressed, could lead to serious structural damage.

Our team at Fortress Foundation Solutions identified the need for immediate reinforcement to stop further movement. Cope and his crew installed 7 PowerBrace™ Wall Support Beams to stabilize the affected walls. As shown in the after photos, the system successfully secured the foundation, halting further bowing and cracking while restoring long-term structural stability to the home.

This homeowner near Woodbine, Maryland was experiencing issues with sagging floors. They noticed a crack in the wall by their bedroom door frame, which is a common symptom of settlement. Knowing Fortress Foundation Solution's expertise in this area, they called for a solution. Our system designer went out and gave them a free estimate and presented a plan to solve their issue. Our crew then went out and installed SmartJacks to stabilize and lift the floors back to their original position. The floor was stabilized and lifted, and even closed the crack! The homeowner was very happy that their floor was returned to its original position and strength! These before and after photos show what Fortress Foundation Solutions is capable of!

Homeowners in Clarksville, Maryland purchased a home that had previously undergone foundation repairs, as seen in the before photo. They lived in the home for 10 years before noticing that the foundation issues were continuing to worsen.

Concerned about the condition of their home, they contacted Fortress Foundation Solutions for a second opinion. After a thorough inspection, it became clear that the previous repair was only a temporary fix rather than a permanent solution.

System Designer Adam educated the homeowners on the cause of the problem and developed a customized, permanent solution for the bowing foundation wall. As seen in the after photo, the wall has been permanently stabilized and secured.

With a lifetime structural warranty in place, these Clarksville homeowners can now enjoy peace of mind knowing their foundation is protected for years to come.