Before & After Photos

Before: Sagging Floors and Bowing Basement Walls

A homeowner in Montello, WI reached out to Sure-Dry after noticing two troubling issues: the floors above their crawl space were bouncy and uneven, and their basement walls were beginning to bow inward with visible cracking. Seasonal soil movement and years of structural stress had taken a toll, putting the home's stability—and value—at risk.

The home needed more than a cosmetic fix. It required structural reinforcement from the ground up.

After: Permanent Stabilization with SmartJack® and PowerBrace™ Systems

Sure-Dry designed and installed a dual-system solution to address both crawl space and wall support:

• SmartJack Support Posts were installed beneath the floor joists to lift and stabilize the sagging areas above the crawl space.

• PowerBrace Wall Reinforcement Beams were anchored along the basement walls to immediately stop inward movement and allow for gradual straightening over time.

The installation was fast, precise, and minimally invasive. The floors were firm and level once again, and the basement walls were stabilized for the long term.

Before:
A homeowner in Plover noticed stair-step cracks spreading through a block basement wall, along with slight inward bowing. Heavy rains and expansive soils made the movement worse, raising concerns about long-term structural safety.

After:
We installed the GeoLock® Wall Anchor System, connecting interior steel wall plates to galvanized earth anchors set in stable soil beyond the backfill. This provided immediate stabilization and allows for periodic tightening to help straighten the wall over time.

The wall is now stabilized against further inward movement, and the homeowner has confidence in the long-term safety of their foundation.

After noticing cracks in the bricks around their home, they decided to call the experts at Sure-Dry to have a look at their foundation.

Once our team arrived at their home, we knew what the problem was. The soil beneath the home wasn't strong enough to support the weight of the home so it began to sink. To fix this problem, we installed our Helical Piers which are dug down deep into the Earth and rest on hard, compacted soil. 

These homeowners couldn't be happier knowing that their home is safe from any further foundation issues. 

Before:
A homeowner in Stevens Point, WI, wanted to transform their basement into a livable space but was limited by small, noncompliant windows that didn’t meet egress safety standards. The lack of proper light and ventilation made the basement feel dark and closed-in, and there was no accessible emergency exit. The homeowner sought a reliable solution that would enhance safety while making the space brighter and more functional.

After:
Sure-Dry’s crew installed a new egress window system, complete with a sturdy window well, clear cover, and proper drainage to prevent water buildup. The larger window not only met local safety codes for emergency egress but also dramatically increased natural light and airflow in the basement. The project was completed efficiently, with attention to proper sealing and finish detail to ensure long-term durability and performance.

The homeowner was delighted with the added light, comfort, and safety — turning their basement into a bright, welcoming extension of their home.

Sure-Dry is the most trusted and experienced Egress Window Contractor in your area.

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Before:
In Stevens Point, WI, a homeowner contacted Sure-Dry after noticing uneven floors and cracks forming along interior walls. During inspection, our team found that the wooden support beams in the crawl space had weakened due to years of moisture exposure and soil settlement. Several joists showed signs of deflection, leaving the floors above soft and unlevel — a clear indication of structural instability that required immediate correction.

After:
Sure-Dry’s installation crew reinforced the failing crawl space supports with the SmartJack® floor support system, engineered to provide permanent stabilization and precise adjustment. Each steel support was set on a solid base and tightened to restore the proper alignment of the floor system.
Once installed, the SmartJacks provided strong, adjustable support that eliminated floor sagging and restored the home’s structural integrity.

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