Before & After Photos

Mike, a homeowner in Rothsay, MN, needed support for his home's basement space. The wall in the basement was failing and he could see daylight through the cracking mortar. To top it off, his back steps were consequently uneven due to the foundation issues. He decided to call American Waterworks and claimed his FREE estimate, entitling him to a thorough inspection of the issue. Our Design Specialist, Richie, headed to the property and did a full walkthrough, making sure to give recommendations based on how we can tackle the issue to prevent the basement walls from worsening. Once the entire inspection was complete and Richie had all the information he needed, he explained to Mike how we could help. Mike was excited to begin and see how we would transform the space.

Foreman Domenic and his crew arrived at the property soon after to get started. First, they ensured the area was cleared and prepped for work. Mike had decided to invest in our PolyLevel solution for his back steps; the product is an expanding polyurethane foam that is injected underneath concrete to fill the voids underneath the slab that were caused by soil erosion. Next, the team began installing our SmartJack system. Our SmartJack system is made to provide support for oversized or sagging beams, restoring stability and straightness. The team added one of our SmartJacks along the support beam of the home. Before installing the SmartJack, the production team dug a hole two feet deep. Then they backfilled the hole with engineer fill which is designed to dissipate the amount of force the SmartJack is experiencing. Finally, the team used seven of our GeoLock Wall Anchors along the north, east, and west walls to correct the issue and prevent it from worsening. This innovative system permanently stabilizes foundation walls by anchoring them to the hard-packed virgin soil beyond the foundation. The anchors can also be tightened over time. Mike was happy with the results of the project and grateful he no longer has to worry about the state of his home.

Rod B. of Breckenridge, MN had cracked foundation walls in his basement, making him consider the value of his home. He did some research online and came across our FREE Estimate request form on our website. Our Design Specialist, Rick Weber, went to his home to inspect his problem and come up with a solution. After a thorough diagnosis, Rod felt comfortable with Rick's proposal, so he scheduled an installation date. 

Our Foreman, Juan Pena, and his production team began the installation by digging 6 holes in the backyard. Next, they inserted a long, metal rod from the inside of the foundation wall to each hole outside of the home. Then, our crew tightened and screwed on a GeoLock Wall Anchor to the ends of each rod to straighten and pull the foundation wall back to its normal position. Our wall anchors can be tightened over time by the homeowner to be sure they are still functioning properly. To complete the project, Juan and his team backfilled the holes and replaced the soil. 

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The foundation and concrete blocks of Dirk G.'s home in Red Lake, MN was starting to cave in and the home was starting to fall in. Dirk got in contact with American Waterworks and our Design Specialist, Nick, went to his home to inspect his walls and determine a solution that would fit his needs and budget. Dirk was confident in the solution of our PowerBraces, so he went ahead with the project. 

Our Foreman, Cameron, and his production crew installed 12 of our PowerBraces to straighten the foundation walls. Our PowerBraces can be tightened over time by the homeowner to ensure the system is sticking to its design. They also provide a clean appearance to the basement, they are coated with zinc so they don't attract rust, and there is very minimal disruption to the basement space. Dirk was thrilled with the work and project completion! 

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A homeowner in Lester Prairie, MN, noticed their wall was beginning to crack. Knowing this was not a good sign, the homeowner decided to look into foundation repair options. The homeowner took to Google and searched "foundation repair near me". American Waterworks was positioned near the top of that list, so they decided to look into our service. After seeing our impressive list of services, the homeowner decided to sign up for their FREE estimate. Soon after the appointment was set, the homeowner prepared for the arrival of Eric, one of our Design Specialists. Eric arrived at the home and began by completing the inspection of the basement. Following his detailed inspection, Eric determined that the southwest wall required permanent stabilization. Eric recommended that PowerBraces be installed in the home to provide further support. The homeowner knew that this would provide a long-term fix, so they went along with Eric's plan. Once they got the stamp of approval, the plans were sent to our Foreman, Chris, and his crew. They arrived and began by making sure the space was ready for production. The crew installed four PowerBraces along the southwest basement wall. After the PowerBraces were properly secured, the crew cleaned up their materials and left the home. The homeowner was impressed by the work completed by the crew and left a glowing review. American Waterworks is happy to make another home safe. 

Sadie and Scott C. of Wahpeton, ND were experiencing some problems in their home. Their main-story floors were sinking into their basement, causing them to consider the value and stability of their house. They went to their local home show to see if they could find any contractors who could help them with their problems. They came across our Design Specialist, Rick Weber, at our booth and they talked to him about their home repair needs. Sadie and Scott signed up for a FREE Estimate, so Rick went to their home the next day to inspect their problems and come up with a solution. After an in-depth examination of their home, Sadie and Scott got all of their questions answered, so they went ahead with the project. 

Our Foreman, Matt Zeller, and his team installed two of our SmartJacks. Our SmartJacks are made to provide support for over-sized or sagging beams, restoring their stability and straightness. Because of its design, our SmartJacks can be adjusted and tightened over time to provide any additional straightening. Matt said Sadie and Scott were thrilled with the project and were impressed from start to finish! 

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