Before & After Photos

Before

This Appleton, WI homeowner was already a Sure-Dry waterproofing customer when they noticed another concern developing in their basement. Several of the poured concrete foundation walls were showing signs of movement and needed structural stabilization.

What makes this project especially notable is that the home is well under 20 years old. Foundation problems aren't limited to older homes. Soil movement, changing moisture levels, and Wisconsin's freeze-thaw cycles can create significant pressure against foundation walls regardless of the home's age.

Because different walls had different conditions and available space around the home, Sure-Dry designed a repair using two different foundation stabilization systems.

After

On walls where exterior access was available, Sure-Dry installed GeoLock® Wall Anchors. These anchors connect steel wall plates inside the basement to earth anchors installed in stable soil outside the foundation, permanently stabilizing the walls against further inward movement.

On other walls, the crew installed PowerBrace™ steel I-beams. PowerBraces are installed against the foundation wall and secured to the framing above, providing stabilization without requiring excavation outside the home.

Using both systems allowed Sure-Dry to match the foundation repair solution to the conditions of each wall rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.

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Before

A homeowner in Appleton, WI had concerns about movement in the poured concrete foundation walls. Even poured foundations can develop cracking, bowing, or inward movement as pressure from surrounding soils builds over time. Wisconsin’s changing soil conditions, heavy rains, snowmelt, and freeze-thaw cycles can all contribute to pressure against foundation walls.

After

Sure-Dry installed GeoLock® Wall Anchors to permanently stabilize the affected foundation walls. The system connects heavy-duty steel wall plates inside the basement to anchors installed in stable soil outside the home, helping prevent additional inward movement. In appropriate conditions, the system can also be tightened over time to potentially improve the position of the walls.

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Before
A homeowner in Appleton, WI began noticing signs of foundation failure, including uneven floors and interior doors that were no longer opening and closing properly. These symptoms are common indicators of structural settlement, often caused by weak or shifting soils and inadequate support beneath the home—especially in Wisconsin’s changing seasonal conditions. As the issues progressed, the homeowner searched for a trusted foundation repair company and foundation repair contractor to restore stability.

The root cause was identified as failing support in the crawl space, leading to sagging floor systems above. Uneven floors and sticking doors are key warning signs that additional structural support is needed. Without proper intervention, the problem would continue to worsen, potentially impacting the overall integrity of the home.

After
Sure-Dry installed the SmartJack Structural Support System to stabilize and lift the sagging floor system. This system uses adjustable steel support posts placed on engineered bases to transfer the weight of the home to more stable soil layers below. Installation was completed by certified technicians, carefully restoring support to the weakened areas and addressing the underlying cause of the uneven floors.

With the SmartJack Structural Support System in place, the home is now properly supported and stabilized from below.
The floors are more level, and doors now open and close as intended, restoring functionality and peace of mind for the homeowner.

Before:
A homeowner in Keshena, WI noticed sagging floors and cracks forming along interior walls and door frames. The home’s crawl space had aging supports and shifting soils that no longer provided consistent bearing for the floor system. Seasonal moisture changes and wood deterioration had caused deflection in the beams, leading to uneven floors and growing structural concerns.

After:
To stabilize and support the structure, our team installed our SmartJacks Support System throughout the crawl space. The adjustable system provided immediate reinforcement to the existing girders and a reliable path for future tightening if seasonal movement occurs.

Now, the Keshena home has solid, level floors and dependable support beneath the living space—protecting the structure for years to come.

Homeowners in Menasha, WI were experiencing some settlement of their home. To fix the problem, our team at Sure-Dry came out and installed our Push Piers. Our Push Piers transfer the weight of the home onto strong, competent soil that lies deep underground. It can even provide jacks to help push your home back to its original location.

These homeowners are grateful to Sure-dry for resolving this issue quickly and effectively.