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This property was actually a rental home for the customer, and during the inspection, the inspector pointed out some problems with the walls that needed to be fixed before they could give they okay. Specifically, the south wall of the house was bowing about 1 1/2 inches and it needed immediate support.
Since there were some challenges with the project, like the use of Red Clay tile, our team decided that Power Braces would be the best option. We carefully chose these braces because they were the most suitable solution considering the specific constraints and difficulties of the project.
By using Power Braces, we were able to stabilize the wall effectively. It provided the customer with a solution that was appropriate and efficient, addressing their needs without any unnecessary extra steps.
This homeowner wanted to protect her 100-year-old house's walls that were starting to bow and fall in. This was caused by the geostatic pressure and water pressure against the walls that have been building up for 100 years now. We installed GeoLock channel anchors to stabilize the walls and keep them upright.
Tanner Syfert Midwest's team leader installed wall supports in an Ames IA basement. The red brick was bowing in, when the homeowner ran out of ideas to support the wall he reached out to Midwest Foundation Repairs experts for a proven solution to stabilize the wall from bowing in.
This client contacted us out of concern for the deterioration of a previous support system installed by another company, as they wanted to ensure the maintenance of their property value. The existing support jacks, which were initially installed, were showing signs of rust at the top, and the support beams made of old, rotting wood were no longer reliable. These jacks were intended to provide support for the stoop area.
Recognizing the urgency and the need for a more robust solution, we installed two Smart Jacks along with a durable metal beam to effectively support the stoop. It was essential to address the deteriorating wooden beams, as they would have continued to rot over time, compromising the stability of the support system. By replacing them with galvanized Smart Jacks, we have ensured that the stoop is properly supported and secure.
The client expressed their satisfaction and relief, as they no longer have to worry about the stability of their support system. This improvement not only safeguards the integrity of their property but also contributes to the preservation of its value.
Robert B. started to notice that the floors in the crawl space were sagging, and that doors and windows were not closing properly. Not wanting the problem to get worse, he decided to seek out a solution right away. After having Midwest come out to do other work, he felt comfortable in having us come back out.
We sent Service Technician Michael Holtz out to Robert’s home. Robert had already braced the crawl space but was ready to finish the job. The crew installed SmartJacks to support the crawl space and the sagging floors. Then also insulated the crawl space with SilverGlo helping the space become energy efficient. Robert was happy that we were able to create a permanent solution.