Before & After Photos

Quality 1st Basement Systems was able to help provide a solution for the water concerns in this Short Hills, NJ  basement. Once the system was installed our team began stabilizing the foundation walls with Carbon Armor Straps. Our Carbon Armor Straps are made from flexible carbon fiber that is 10x stronger than steel. it is used to help stabilize the walls and end the cracking from emerging any further. It does not affect any future basement finishing and does not require any exterior excavation. 

Recently, a homeowner in Short Hills, NJ, contacted Quality 1st after noticing concerning signs of foundation settlement, cracks in the basement walls and uneven flooring throughout the home. Additionally, the crawl space showed signs of compromised support beams and persistent moisture, raising serious concerns about long-term structural damage. Understanding the urgency, our team conducted a thorough inspection to identify the root causes. It was clear that excessive moisture and unstable soil conditions were impacting both the foundation and the crawl space supports. With this information, we developed a customized solution designed to stabilize the home and prevent further deterioration.

To address the foundation issues, we installed our Push Pier System, anchoring the home to stable soil layers deep underground and halting further settlement. To tackle the water intrusion in the basement, we added our WaterGuard Drainage System to effectively capture and redirect groundwater away from the foundation. We also installed BrightWall Panels to protect against moisture while improving the basement’s appearance. In the crawl space, our crew installed SilverGlo Insulation Panels to combat moisture and improve energy efficiency, and reinforced the flooring system with our SmartJack Support System to restore stability.

These upgrades provided the homeowner with a safe, dry, and structurally sound home, along with the peace of mind that comes with long-lasting protection!

In Short Hills, NJ, a homeowner grew concerned after noticing cracks forming in their basement walls and consistent water intrusion following heavy rains. These warning signs pointed to potential foundation settlement and poor drainage around the home, issues that, if left unaddressed, could lead to significant structural damage and costly repairs. Wanting to act before the problem worsened, the homeowner contacted Quality 1st for a professional assessment and long-term solution.

After a detailed inspection, our team confirmed the foundation had begun to shift and that groundwater was entering through wall-floor joints. To resolve the issue, we installed our patented WaterGuard Drainage System to effectively capture and redirect water to a sump pump system, keeping the basement dry. We also added BrightWall Panels along the basement walls, creating a durable, waterproof barrier that improves both moisture control and appearance. To permanently stabilize the foundation, our crew installed Push Piers, which were driven deep into stable soil and secured to the footing to lift and support the structure. With all systems working together, the basement is now dry, reinforced, and protected against future water and settlement issues!

Our Wall Anchor System helps in the stabilization of cracked, bowed basement walls. Some of the advantages that you can get from the Wall Anchors System is that in many cases they straightens your walls, and will not damage interior flooring.

To fix this dangerously bowing Springfield foundation wall, Quality 1st Basement Systems installed a PowerBrace wall system. The PowerBrace system prevents the wall from bowing any further and cracking.