Foundation Repair Photo Album: Crack Foundation Walls and Wet Basement Restored in Wanamingo, MN

Dan M. in Wanamingo, MN was tired of dealing with his wet basement and was concerned about his cracked foundation walls. He had inward bowing walls and water was seeping through. He contacted American Waterworks for a FREE estimate, and we sent a Design Specialist to his home to inspect the situation. Dan approved of the proposed solution and moved forward with an installation date. Our production crew started installing our waterproofing system by removing the concrete around the perimeter of the basement and laying our WaterGuard drainage system. Then, they installed a SuperSump sump pump. The combination of these waterproofing products ensure that water will be properly discharged from his basement, and that it will remain a dry and functional space.  Next, they installed 9 Geo-Lock wall anchors along the damaged foundation by drilling small holes through the block into the soil surrounding the home. 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 stabilize the walls and to halt any further movement. The anchors continue to straighten the walls and can be tightened over time as the wall gradually moves back into place. Lastly, the crew installed our recommended SaniDry Dehumidifier, which can remove up to 109 liters of water per day and is more energy efficient than ever. Our foundation repair systems are guaranteed for a lifetime, so Dan can rest easy knowing he chose a permanent solution to protect the foundation of his home.