Before & After Photos

The Master Services team recently tackled a serious bowed foundation wall issue in Castlewood, VA. The basement, which doubled as a parking area, showed a large horizontal crack and significant efflorescence. Over time, the wall had cracked due to excessive moisture in the surrounding soil, prompting the homeowner to seek a reliable solution for reinforcing their garage walls.

Our approach involved installing I-Beam Wall Braces, which stabilize the wall by anchoring into the sturdier soil outside. By reinforcing the overall structure, this method ensures that the newly secured basement-garage area remains safe and reliable for years to come.

Master Services visited a home located in Gate City, VA where the problem of settling had arisen. Over time, settling tends to exacerbate and causes various problems such as uneven floors, cracks, and obstructed doors and windows. Despite the homeowner's efforts to fix minor cracks, the fundamental issue with the front steps remained unresolved. To address this issue, our team installed helical piers that reinforce the foundation, providing it with long-term stability.

In Gate City, VA, a golf club administrator contacted Master Services concerning the partial sinking of a large brick oven. After examining the foundation slab, our team determined that soil subsidence was the cause of the cracks. The cement slab on which the oven was built was sinking due to contracting clay soil, a common issue during the hottest months. If left unaddressed, this problem could jeopardize the overall structural integrity. To prevent further damage, we recommended installing helical piers, specifically designed to provide significant reinforcement for the foundation, especially in the local clay terrain. By implementing these helical piers, Master Services not only restored the golf club administrator's confidence but also ensured long-term stability and security for their property.

This basement wall at a home near Blackwater, VA was displaying signs of serious damage. The homeowner was concerned enough to call out our team to provide an inspection. After looking over the wall, which was definitely bowing, we recommended our Power Brace system, which exerts pressure on walls to steadily return them to their original position. 

This home located near Meadowview, VA was having settlement issues. Settlement occurs due to shifts in the ground and soil, leading to interior and exterior cracks and other structural problems. It's important to fix these problems early on, as settlement only worsens and creates more problems. To fix it, the team installed helical piers, which anchor the foundation to strong, resilient soils surround the area.