Bowing, Cracking or Collapsing Foundation Walls Before & After Photos

Don's wall was bowing inward causing the foundation to crack. Sure-Dry installed PowerBrace Foundation Wall Repair System to permanently stabilize his foundation walls and prevent further damage.

With water getting into their basement and with cracked and bowing walls, these homeowners in Allenton, WI knew they needed help fast.  Sure-Dry Basement Systems was able to alleviate their water concerns with a WaterGuard interior water perimeter system.  By also installing ThermalDry wall covering, Sure-Dry was able to create a vapor barier to catch water seepage and direct it to the perimeter drain.  The Thermal Dry also creates a waterproof heat barrier, with 97% of the heat that reaches it being reflected back into their home.  

To restore the homeowners' piece of mind regarding their cracked and bowing walls, Sure-Dry installed their PowerBrace Foundation Wall Repair System, which provided immediate wall stabilization and will potentially straighten the wall over time.  

Our team took on a free estimate in Land O' Lakes, WI. The homeowners were experiencing bowed walls in their basement and wanted to get them fixed before any major damage took place.

To resolve this issue, we installed 5 GeoLocks on their basement walls. These anchors latch on to the hard, compacted soil outside and pull the way back to its correct standing position. 

Now, these homeowners won't have to worry about any future damage because their home is now protected! 

Before: Cracking Foundation Walls & Moisture Risk

In Neenah, WI, this homeowner was growing increasingly concerned about the visible cracks forming in their basement’s block foundation walls. The walls were bowing inward, signaling signs of structural stress from years of hydrostatic pressure caused by saturated soil outside the home.

Along with the structural concerns, the homeowner had also noticed signs of water seepage—musty odors, occasional dampness on the floor, and pooling after heavy rains. Left untreated, this combination of foundation failure and basement moisture would only get worse, potentially leading to more severe cracks, water intrusion, and costly repairs down the road.

After: Stabilized Walls, Protected Foundation, Peace of Mind

Sure-Dry provided a permanent, dual-solution approach to stabilize the foundation and control the moisture contributing to the problem.

We installed a combination of:

• GeoLock® Wall Anchors to permanently stabilize and straighten bowing walls by anchoring them to undisturbed soil outside the foundation

• PowerBrace™ Wall Repair System, a galvanized steel I-beam system that reinforces cracking foundation walls from inside the basement

• Integration with our basement waterproofing systems (when applicable), helping reduce hydrostatic pressure and prevent further cracking caused by soil saturation

This approach not only stopped the walls from getting worse—it gave the homeowner the option to gradually improve wall alignment over time, thanks to the system’s adjustable design.

Now, the basement is structurally sound, safer, and less vulnerable to moisture problems. Most importantly, the home’s foundation is secure and protected for the long haul.

If you're seeing signs of wall cracking, bowing, or water seepage in your basement, don’t wait.
Contact Sure-Dry today for a free foundation repair estimate in Neenah or surrounding areas.