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Cracked and Bowed Foundation Wall in Rochester, MN

Tim F. in Rochester, MN noticed a slight bow and some cracking throughout the walls in his basement. While researching foundation repair options, he contacted American Waterworks for a FREE estimate. We sent our Design Specialist, Rick Weber, to his home to inspect the foundation and provide Tim with a solution. He was happy with Rick’s proposal and the CarbonArmor® Wall Reinforcing System that we offer. He set a date with our production crew to install the project!

Our Foreman, Arturo, and his crew installed the series of straps across the foundation walls to halt further movement and cracks. CarbonArmor® straps are a quick, affordable way to stabilize block and poured concrete walls that have cracked and that are showing signs of bowing. And because the straps don’t protrude from the wall, the repair can be easily covered with mortar, paint, or light wall panels. The installation process moved quickly, and Tim was happy with the result. He is glad he made the investment to protect the foundation of his home. 

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Cracked Foundation Repaired in Rochester, MN

Laurie N. in Rochester, MN was aware of the cracked and bowing walls in her basement, and she was concerned about the pressure this was putting on the foundation along with the potential damage it could cause. She was ready to start looking for a foundation repair contractor and was glad to see that we specialize in foundation repair. She contacted us and set an appointment for a FREE onsite estimate.

We sent a Design Specialist to her home to evaluate the situation and find the right solution. In order to protect her foundation, our Design Specialist recommended that we install 12 Geo-Lock Wall Anchors around the foundation of her home. She knew how costly it could be to replace a foundation entirely, so she decided it was in her best interest to permanently stabilize the walls. 

The installation took a few days, however, our foundation repair products are backed by a lifetime warranty, so Laurie will never again have to worry about the stability of her home. 

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Crawl Space Structural Repair in Rochester, MN

Julie L. in Rochester, MN started noticing the squeaky, uneven floors in her home and was concerned about the stability of her crawl space and foundation. She researched foundation repair contractors and was happy to see that we are a local company and experts in crawl space repair. She contacted us for a FREE estimate, and we sent our Design Specialist, Rick Weber, to meet with her and evaluate her situation. She approved of the proposed solution and scheduled an installation date. 

Our production crew installed 9 SmartJack Crawl Space Stabilizers and a supplemental beam throughout the crawl space to stabilize and level the sagging beams. The SmartJacks provide supplemental support to failing structures and can lift failing floor joists back to their original position. The crawl space support system can be installed year-round and in the tightest of crawl spaces! Julie’s peace of mind has been restored, knowing she’ll no longer have to worry about the structural integrity of her crawl space.

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Failing Foundation Stabilized in Rochester, MN

A homeowner from Rochester, MN, was doing laundry one evening when he noticed a large crack running lengthwise on his foundation wall. He was worried that the issue would impact the safety of his home, so he decided to find a reputable foundation repair contractor in Rochester, MN. Through recommendations, he found American Waterworks and signed up for his FREE estimate. 

Several weeks later, Dustin L, one of our Design Specialists, was scheduled to head out to the home. When he arrived, the customer directed him to the wall in question, and he began his estimate. When he finished, he met with the homeowner to discuss his findings. Dustin explained that foundation walls are designed to withstand loads from above, not from the side. So when the pressure on the wall exceeds what the wall can withstand, it's not uncommon for homeowners to see cracking, bowing, sliding in at the bottom, and/or tilting inward at the top. Dustin went on to say that, while the diagnosis is serious, the homeowner shouldn't be too worried because he had a solution. Dustin urged the homeowner to consider our GeoLock anchors. This innovative system counteracts the pressure being put on the wall by anchoring the wall to the hard-packed, undisturbed soil beyond the foundation of the home. Dustin finished by saying that this system can be tightened over time to provide further stability to the wall in question. The homeowner was thrilled with Dustin's solution and scheduled the project on the spot. 

Several weeks later, our Foreman, Jesus C, and his team were headed out to the home. After a long day, they had successfully installed 6 of our GeoLock anchors in the space. Now, our customer has renewed faith in her largest investment! 

Push Piers Restore Foundation in Rochester, MN

Nathan U. in Rochester, MN had our waterproofing system installed in his home. During one of his annual maintenance appointments our Senior Service Technician, Ben McKee, noticed his garage floor was uneven, and he feared the problem was only going to get worse. After a thorough inspection, he was able to recommend our Foundation Push Pier System to provide a permanent solution to the settlement issue. Nathan was impressed with Ben’s evaluation and the products presented, and he moved forward with the project. 

Our Foreman, Matt Zeller, and his production crew started the installation by digging out the soil surrounding the home where the foundation was settling. Then, they installed heavy-duty steel brackets below the footing of the foundation. Next, rugged, interlocking steel pier sections are hydraulically driven through the bracket until bedrock or stable soil is reached. The weight of the home is then transferred through the piers to load-bearing soil. Lastly, the crew installed our SentrySeal membrane to seal off any cracks and prevent water from entering the basement. They replaced the soil and cleaned up their work area. Nathan is glad he chose to invest in the stability of his home, and we are glad we could restore his peace of mind!