Many basement walls, masonry or concrete, fail over time or begin to bow. This problem is often caused by too much lateral pressure from the soil outside, but also can be a result of an inadequate original design.  Poor drainage, uncontrolled water, and over compaction of the soil can also cause your basement wall to bow or fail.

Walls are strongest in compression. Significantly bowed or split block walls should be evaluated by a foundation engineer. Be it concrete or block, we advise monitoring cracks for ongoing change. If the wall is moving, it is unstable and needs corrective action by a foundation repair expert. There are devices to monitor movement, usually installed by a foundation engineer or foundation repair expert.

Basement waterproofing or replacing your sump pump helps divert water away from your foundation but the leaky walls and wall cracks are clues to “water caused” foundation stabilization issues. You will need a complete basement system to protect your home or structure. Whatever the cause of your foundation settlement or bowed walls, our contractors can solve your problems with helical piers, resistance piers or wall anchors.