Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

Before:
An older home in Manitowoc, WI was showing progressive foundation failure, driven by the region’s mixed sandy and clay soils and seasonal moisture swings near Lake Michigan. The homeowner reported worsening wall deflection in the basement and sagging support areas beneath the main level, with cracking and floor unevenness becoming more pronounced. Inspection confirmed failing load paths and lateral pressure that required immediate structural reinforcement to prevent further displacement.
After:
Sure-Dry installed an EverBrace™ Wall Restoration System to permanently support the compromised foundation walls and restore load-bearing stability. Beneath the home, a series of SmartJack® supports were set to lift and stabilize sagging beams, with torque and load verification performed based on Wisconsin soil conditions to ensure reliable long-term performance.
The home is now structurally supported, giving the homeowner confidence in a safer, reinforced foundation.

Picture shows wall bowing in before anchor plates were installed and wall straight after anchor plates were installed.

Before: 1920s Basement with Serious Structural Issues

This home in Two Rivers, WI has some colorful history—it was once a Prohibition-era speakeasy in the 1920s. But behind the charm, the basement was showing serious signs of structural trouble. The block foundation walls were in stage 3 failure, with bowing, stair-step cracking, and visible movement. On top of that, water intrusion was a constant issue, and moisture was affecting the space year-round.

After: Structurally Sound, Dry & Ready for the Next 100 Years

To save the foundation and waterproof the basement for good, the Sure-Dry team installed a comprehensive solution:

• GeoLock® Wall Anchors, CarbonArmor® wall straps, and PowerBraces™ to stabilize different sections of the block wall depending on the severity of movement

• WaterGuard® interior drainage system to capture and redirect incoming water

• A SuperSump® Plus sump pump for reliable water removal

• RimTight® insulation to seal off rim joists and improve energy efficiency

• Our licensed Master Plumber relocated the home’s water heater and pressure tank to allow for system installation and proper layout

Now the basement is dry, secure, and reinforced from every angle—ready to stand strong for another century.

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Before:

A homeowner in Plymouth noticed cracks forming along their foundation walls and uneven floors inside the home. Sections of the structure had begun to settle due to unstable soil conditions beneath the foundation, causing growing concern about long-term structural safety and further damage.

After:

Sure-Dry stabilized the foundation using Helical Piers, which were driven deep into stable load-bearing soil to permanently support and lift the settling structure. Once installed, the piers transferred the home’s weight to competent strata below, halting settlement and restoring structural stability.

The homeowner gained confidence knowing their foundation was now permanently secured.

Notice in the photos, the foundation wall in this Mishicot, WI home was initially bowing inward, posing a risk to the house's stability. The homeowner sought reliable solutions, and we delivered with our GeoLock Wall Anchor System. Now, the wall is securely stabilized by heavy-duty steel anchors, embedded in the ground to prevent any further movement. As you can see, we've mitigated the issue effectively, enhancing structural soundness and safeguarding property value. Homeowners can now enjoy lasting peace of mind, knowing that their foundation is well-protected by Sure-Dry's proven systems.