The most effective solution for a caving foundation wall in Liverpool, PA
Challenge
In this Liverpool, Pennsylvania finished basement, a superior foundation wall had severely caved in. The foundation walls of your home not only support the weight of the structure, but they must also resist the horizontal pressure exerted by the soil outside. As part of the construction process, less dense soil is used to backfill the basement excavation hole. Water is able to flow into this area more easily, resulting in an inward pressure on the foundation of your home. An increase in expansion pressure caused by freezing or expanding soils places additional stress on the foundation walls, which is more than what they were designed for. Foundation walls can eventually begin to shift or cave inward and fail as a result. To prevent the foundation wall from further caving or complete failure, this homeowner was interested in a solution that would permanently restore and stabilize his foundation wall. Upon calling Liberty Basement Systems, we were able to diagnose and fix the problem by permanently restoring and stabilizing the foundation wall.
Solution
In response to a free, no-obligation foundation repair estimate, our team of experts diagnosed the problem and were ready to restore and stabilize this homeowner's foundation wall. This required installing our industry-leading EverBrace Wall Restoration System.
First we carefully removed and disposed of the drywall from the caving superior wall in the basement. CleanSpace, a bright, clean, and durable vapor barrier was fastened over the wall to prevent vapor from permeating through. The area was then prepped to install the top bracket of the system. Panels are then permanently drilled in place after being measured and cut to size. The panels will span between steel I-beams that will reinforce the existing structure. Specialized rigid foam was then injected behind the steel panels. As a result, voids are filled between existing wall panels transferring the load from the failing wall to the newly installed support system. You get the security of a new foundation without the cost and disruption of a total foundation replacement with EverBrace.
If you have issues with bowing, buckling, or cracked foundation walls, Liberty Basement Systems has the solutions you need to stabilize your home's foundation. Our experienced foundation professionals will carefully evaluate your home and work with you to determine the most suitable solution for your needs.
Project Summary
Foundation Repair Inspector: Robert Whary
Foundation Repair Inspector: Dennis D.
Foundation Repair Inspector: Tyler H.
Products Installed: The EverBrace Wall Restoration System
Products Installed: CleanSpace Wall Vapor Barrier
