Before & After

Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

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Basement Fixed in Nora Springs, IA

Breanne and Benedict M. of Nora Springs, IA had a bowed foundation wall and water seeping through their walls, causing them to worry about the value and safety of their home. They called American Waterworks and scheduled a FREE Estimate with our Design Specialist team. Our Design Specialist went to their home, carefully inspected their problems, and drew out a solution that worked for them and their home repair needs. They were confident in our proposal and presentation, so they went ahead with the installation. 

Our Foreman and his production team started the installation by installing our CleanSpace Wall System Vapor Barrier around the entire wall perimeter, which is made to prevent mold and mildew, and act as an extra wall protectant barrier. Next, our team installed our GeoLock Wall Anchors, which is a system that stabilizes basement walls, providing the best opportunity to straighten the walls without the disruption of foundation replacement. It also offers the potential to straighten the wall back to its original position. Breanne and Benedict were happy with the repairs and had a great experience from start to finish! 

Along with basement waterproofing and foundation repair, we also provide services in radon testing/mitigation, crawl space repair/encapsulation, egress windows, and concrete repair/lifting. Call us today or click HERE to request your free estimate!

Cracked Foundation Wall in Arkansaw, WI

Sam in Arkansaw, WI had three cracked and bowing walls in his basement. He was concerned about the pressure this was putting on his foundation, and he wanted to have his walls repaired before the problem got any worse. After visiting a local home show and talking with one of our Design Specialists, he decided to have us inspect his foundation and provide him with a FREE estimate. Our Specialist recommended that we install wall anchors on two of the walls and PowerBraces on the other. Sam agreed that this was the best solution for him, so he scheduled the installation.

Our production crew installed the wall anchors by drilling small holes through the block foundation into the soil surrounding the home. Then, they dug small holes in the yard that lined up with the anchor rods, and they secured them from the outside and inside of the home with anchor plates. They tightened them as far as they would go to permanently stabilize the wall. Next, they installed the PowerBraces, which are strong steel I-beams that are secured by brackets that are drilled into the floor and the rim joists. These two foundation repair products not only permanently stabilized Sam’s foundation, but they also provide the potential for his walls to straighten back to their original position.

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Deteriorating Stone Foundation in Dexter, MN

Ms. Nolte had a deteriorating foundation wall at her home in Dexter, MN. Design Specialist, Rick Weber, developed a plan to restore her wall by spraying on our wall recovery solution to prevent any further deterioration. 

Cracked Foundation in Saint Ansgar, IA Basement

Bill L. in Saint Ansgar, WI had a bowing wall in his basement, so he started looking into repair options. While researching foundation repair, he came across American Waterworks’ website. He contacted us to receive a free estimate, so we sent one of our Design Specialists, Pete Wangen, to his home to inspect his foundation and provide him with a solution. Pete recommended that we install wall anchors to permanently stabilize Bill’s foundation wall. Bill agreed and was pleased with the proposal that Pete developed, so he scheduled the installation.

Our production team drilled small holes in the wall and inserted long metal rods. The metal rods extend through the wall and into the soil outside of the home. Then, the rod is secured with metal plates on each end. They tighten the anchors and the wall starts to straighten and stabilize. The anchors can be tightened over time so that the foundation wall gradually becomes straighter and straighter. Our wall anchors are guaranteed for a lifetime, so Bill is glad he chose the right solution to secure his home for the long-term.

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Foundation Repair Contractor in Saint Ansgar, IA

Brad S. of Saint Ansgar, IA had a deteriorating foundation wall, causing him to worry about the structural stability of his home. He got in contact with our office line and scheduled a FREE estimate. Our Design Specialist, Rick, went to his home, carefully inspected the deteriorating wall, and determined a solution. Brad was confident in Rick's proposal of our Wall Recovery System, so he went ahead with the project and got a date scheduled for the installation. 

Our Foreman, Matt, and his production team installed our Wall Recovery System around the entire wall perimeter. This system is designed to prevent any further deterioration or foundation problems. While it prevents foundation failure, it also gives the basement a neat and clean appearance. Brad would recommend our company to his peers! 

Is your foundation showing signs of failure or have questions about our Wall Recovery System? Call us today or click HERE to request your FREE, no-obligation estimate! 

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1307 Valleyhigh Dr NW
Rochester, MN 55901
1-507-200-2737


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4119 14th Ave N
Fargo, ND 58102
1-701-419-8222
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