Foundation Repair Photo Album: Stabilizing a Foundation in Saint Louis Park, MN
The movement of the soil beneath the home had caused the foundation to move also. When this happens, pressure builds and the wall cracks in order to release some of the pressure. If the problem is not fixed, pressure will continue to build and the problem will only get worse.
A permanent solution would be to install a PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System. This would keep the wall in place and prevent it from moving further. Through tightening over time, the braces will slowly bring the wall back into place.
Power Braces Installed
The Power Braces were installed and the pressure that is put into the braces is let out through an engineered footing system.
Support System
The braces were attached to a support beam running across the ceiling.
Crack in Foundation Wall
The crack in the foundation wall was caused by the pressure build up.
Power Braces Installed
The power braces will prevent the wall from moving out further and will slowly be tightened over time.
Before the Power Brace System Installation
There were cracks in the wall and some water problems.