Your Dependable Omro, WI Wet Basement & Foundation Crack Repair Experts

A homeowner in Omro, Wisconsin contacted Sure-Dry after noticing horizontal cracking across their poured foundation walls. These types of cracks, often caused by hydrostatic pressure from saturated soils, can indicate a high risk of wall deflection and long-term foundation damage.

To stop further movement and restore structural integrity, our crew installed GeoLock® Wall Anchors, a proven system that stabilizes and helps realign bowing or cracked basement walls. By anchoring the wall to undisturbed soil outside the home, this system provides reliable, long-term support without the need for major excavation.

Later, after the home was sold, the new homeowner reached out to us as part of our warranty service—and had this to say:

“We recently purchased a home that already had been serviced and covered by Sure-Dry warranty. Per the contract we contacted Sure-Dry for inspection. CJ performed a complete inspection and adjustments of the existing plates, and also spent time inspecting the final two walls and provided recommendations. Great conversation was exchanged and all questions were answered. There was no high-pressure sales pitch, only recommendations and pamphlets for reference. Thx CJ”
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This job is a great reminder that foundation issues won’t go away on their own—but with the right system and a trusted local team, you can protect your home for years to come.

Our inspection showed measurable drops along the main beam and at transitions between rooms. We laid out SmartJack® locations, excavated and poured engineered footings, and set a supplemental steel beam beneath the sagging line. Each SmartJack column was cut to height, secured with corrosion-resistant hardware, and tightened in stages to lift and support without stressing finishes. With loads transferred to stable footings and the system fully adjustable, the homeowner can fine-tune support during future service visits—keeping floors firm and level for years to come.

Our crew mapped low spots, marked lift points at the garage threshold and along the walk, and drilled small (penny-size) injection ports. We placed PolyLevel® in controlled lifts, monitoring with a laser and straightedge to restore proper drainage away from the house and align transitions at the entry and garage door. After lift, we cleaned the joints, installed backer where appropriate, and applied NexusPro®—a flexible, UV-resistant sealant that keeps water out of the base soils while maintaining a neat finish. By the end of the visit, tripping hazards were gone and the concrete looked uniform, boosting safety, curb appeal, and long-term durability without the mess of tear-out and replacement.

During inspection, we noted an aging pump, damp wall surfaces, and an above-grade discharge vulnerable to ice blockage. Our crew replaced the basin with TripleSafe®, giving the homeowner redundancy for everyday flow, peak events, and power outages—plus a sealed lid and alarm for safety. We installed IceGuard® on the exterior so the system can still discharge if the line ices over, and we trenched a buried discharge line with proper pitch to daylight for quiet, discreet water removal. To address the walls, we mechanically fastened BrightWall® panels, creating a continuous vapor barrier and a brighter, easy-to-clean finish. The result is a dependable, tidy system that protects the basement year-round.

During inspection, laser readings showed measurable drops along the main beam and at the transition into the crawl space. The basement had mixed, makeshift supports that were transferring load unevenly, while the crawl space posts bore directly on soil—classic conditions for continued settlement.

Our crew established a continuous load path. We laid engineered concrete footings at each SmartJack® location, placed a supplemental steel beam beneath sagging joists where spans were over-stressed, and set the SmartJack columns to code-compliant heights with corrosion-resistant hardware. After snugging the system, we performed a staged lift to reduce deflection without stressing finishes. In the crawl space, low-clearance SmartJack assemblies gave precise support without extensive excavation, and we isolated wood from soil to protect bearing conditions going forward.

By the end of the project, deflection was corrected, bounce was eliminated, and the homeowner had a clean, adjustable system that can be fine-tuned during future service visits—protecting the structure for years to come.