Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

A homeowner near Chester Gap, VA, grew concerned when stair-step cracking in her basement wall developed into a long horizontal crack with bulging. She called Fortress Foundation Solutions for a free estimate. Our System Designer completed a thorough inspection offering a permanent solution with warranty. After her questions were answered, she chose to repair her foundation with GeoLock Wall Anchors. Toby Bryant and his experienced team soon arrived at her home. The GeoLock Wall Anchor rods were driven from a trench on the outside to inside the basement and secured to the wall with plates. Take a look at the wall plates now stabilizing the wall, locking it up tight! This homeowner now feels secure knowing her foundation is stable!

A homeowner near Brightwood, VA, noticed soft spots in the floor of the kitchen. They had recently remodeled it, replacing the original, outdated kitchen from the 80's. As concerns grew, they decided to call Fortress Foundation Solutions. A System Designer completed a free inspection of the home and noticed some issues with the crawl space. The new, all wood cabinets with heavy stone countertops put extra weight on the main beam. Moisture inside the crawl space contributed to weakening the wood and a crack was now apparent. This home needed SmartJacks. SmartJacks are adjustable, steel columns can be added under a main beam or in combination with a supplemental beam. They provide support and stability to the entire home. This repairs crooked and sinking floors, creating a level surface, adding extra support. Fortress fixed their sagging floors and now these homeowners have their dream kitchen with no more worries.

In Castleton, VA, we tackled a homeowner's challenge with a severely deflected wall. The bowing wall is clearly visible in the photo. They called Fortress Foundation Solutions to request a free consultation. System Designer Danny Camunas went out to perform an inspection. In his free estimate, he recommended our CarbonArmor Wall Reinforcing System. This state-of-the-art solution for bowing and cracking foundation walls incorporates the same technology the Army Corps of Engineers uses to reinforce bomb shelters, skyscrapers and bridges. The CarbonArmor System includes flexible carbon fiber straps that are up to 10 times stronger in tension than steel. Using high strength epoxy, the straps are bonded to the interior face of the basement wall. This system installs quickly inside, requires no outside excavation and won't impact future basement finishing. Now this homeowner can feel secure knowing their basement walls will not bow any more!

This homeowner has only been in her home for a few years and noticed some stair-step cracks beginning in her basement. She has not seen any sign of water entering her home but wants to be proactive by installing a waterproofing system. We worked with her to address the bowing wall concerns first. System Designer, Sonny Kingsbury, worked with the homeowner on a plan to address each of her concerns on a time line that worked with her budget. 

Our Foreman, Matt Burger, and his crew came in and completed the installation of six Power Brace wall supports to ensure this wall would be at risk of failing. The homeowner was very pleased! 

In Millwood, VA, a homeowner faced the challenge of a compromised wall, leading them to seek a lasting foundation repair solution. Inspections revealed significant inward movement and signs of potential wall failure. We addressed this issue with our advanced PowerBrace™ System. As you can see in the photos, the zinc-plated steel beams were carefully custom-fit and secured with precision, ensuring permanent stabilization. This solution not only halted any further wall movement but also offered the possibility of reversing existing damage, ensuring the homeowner's peace of mind and structural integrity.