Foundation Repair Photo Album: PowerBraces and CarbonArmor Restore Foundation in Winona, MN

Karin R. in Winona, MN had cracked and bowing foundation walls. She noticed that the bow in the wall had only gotten worse and knew how expensive and invasive it could be to replace an entire foundation. She was glad to learn that American Waterworks has been restoring basement foundations for the last 30 years. She met with one of our Design Specialists, who proposed a unique solution for her home. American Waterworks was able to permanently repair that foundation wall by installing 6 PowerBraces and 6 Carbon Armor straps. PowerBraces are installed with no disruption to outside soils or landscaping. The CarbonArmor Wall Reinforcing system utilizes epoxy and carbon fiber strips to strengthen and stabilize the bowing foundation walls. These repair systems quickly and permanently halt the inward movement of the foundation walls. Karin is glad she made the investment to protect her home!

Cracked and Bowing Wall

n photos only cracks are apparent. These cracks are usually caused by bowing walls and if left untreated can cause major structural damage in the future.

Foundation Problems and What to Look For

Foundation problems can often be identified through cracks and, in these homeowners' cases, bending or bowing walls.

PowerBrace Installation in Winona, MN

For bending or bowing walls like the ones in this Winona, MN home, PowerBrace is ideal for reinforcing them and protecting the home from serious structural damage.

CarbonArmor Installation

CarbonArmor reinforces and stabilizes basement walls utilizing the same technology used by the U.S. Department of Defense, Army Corps of Engineers and aerospace engineers to reinforce bomb shelters, skyscrapers and bridges.

CarbonArmor Wall Reinforcing System

The CarbonArmor reinforcement becomes part of the wall structure, and can be hidden with a coat of paint.