Before & After Photos

An Oakland, NJ homeowner found their basement walls bowing inwards and developing horizontal cracks. They knew it was a sign of foundation settlement, so they immediately contacted Quality 1st Basement Systems for a solution. We provided a thorough inspection of the basement walls and recommended the Carbon Armor Reinforcement System; which is designed to stabilized bowing foundation walls. Since the installation, the homeowner has not experienced any other foundation issues in their home. 

System Design Specialist: Mike PettyJohn

Foreman: Javier Perez

Quality 1st Basement Systems installed crawl space structural supports in this Middlesex County, NJ crawl space. The SmartJack structural supports raise the sagging floor above the crawl space back up into a level position. SmartJack supports are adjustable and can support over 60,000 pounds of vertical weight!

This South Amboy, NJ, homeowner noticed widening cracks in their basement walls, fearing the structural integrity of their home was at risk.

After contacting Quality 1st, our team quickly assessed the situation and recommended our specially patented CarbonArmor Wall Reinforcing System to stabilize the walls. We installed high-strength carbon fiber strips, which were bonded securely to the walls, reinforcing them and preventing any further movement or damage.

This permanent solution restored the basement to a stable, healthy, and safe environment, giving the homeowner peace of mind. With the CarbonArmor system in place, the foundation was protected from future deterioration, ensuring long-term structural support!

System Design Specialist: Joe Hubbard 

Foreman: Juan Garcia

Cracking, bowing basement walls and ongoing water seepage had become a major concern for a homeowner in South Amboy, NJ, clear indicators of foundation settlement and moisture intrusion. Worried about the long-term stability of their home, they reached out to Quality 1st for a professional evaluation.

After a detailed inspection, our team developed a customized repair plan to address both the structural and waterproofing issues affecting the basement.

To stabilize the foundation, we installed our PowerBrace Wall Repair System, designed to support and gradually straighten bowing walls. We then added our CarbonArmor Wall Reinforcement System, which uses high-strength carbon fiber to provide additional structural security. To tackle the water intrusion, we installed our WaterGuard Drainage System, which redirects groundwater away from the basement, and lined the walls with CleanSpace Wall Panels to manage moisture and improve interior appearance.

Together, these systems now work seamlessly to ensure a dry, stable, and protected basement for years to come!

A foundation wall crack was worrying this homeowner in Freehold, NJ located on the cinder block foundation of the basement. She contacted Quality 1st Basement Systems to have her foundation wall crack repaired. The installation crew came to her home and repaired the foundation wall crack by installing CarbonArmor which is 10 times stronger than steel for a permanent fix. The CarbonArmor foundation wall stabilizing system gave this homeowner a safe, and long lasting wall stabilizing solution for her foundation wall.