Photo Album: Stair-Step Cracks Stabilized with PowerBraces in Columbus, OH

A homeowner in Columbus, OH grew concerned after spotting large stair-step cracks forming along multiple block basement walls. These types of cracks are often a sign of foundation wall movement due to soil pressure, and they were beginning to worsen over time.   Inspector Joe visited the home and confirmed that the cracks were caused by the walls slowly bowing inward. If left untreated, this could lead to serious structural issues in the future.   To stabilize the foundation and stop the movement, our team installed five PowerBrace wall support beams. These steel I-beams are secured tightly at the top and bottom of the wall and can be adjusted over time to help gradually straighten the wall back into its original position.   Now, the basement walls are secure, the cracks have been stabilized, and the homeowner can feel confident that their foundation is protected for the long term.