Stabilizing a Millheim, PA Foundation with PowerBrace

Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 by Amanda Walter

Challenge

A homeowner in Millheim, PA, became concerned after noticing unsettling bowing and distinct cracks in their cement block basement wall, clear indicators of a threat to their foundation's stability. These issues were readily apparent in the "before" photograph.

Solution

To address this critical problem, Liberty Basement Systems implemented a robust and proven solution: the PowerBrace System. This innovative system utilizes strong, zinc-plated steel beams, meticulously cut to the precise height of the basement. These beams are then securely fastened to the floor and ceiling with sturdy brackets, providing immediate and long-term support.

As the "after" photo powerfully illustrates, the installation of the PowerBrace System not only permanently stabilized the compromised wall but also offers the potential to gradually reverse existing damage over time. This effective solution has successfully safeguarded the property's structural integrity, providing the homeowner with renewed peace of mind.

Another angle of the wall, the PowerBrace System is in place, stabilizing the wall and can be adjusted in the future to help push the wall back to it's original place.

The Powebrace System is in place bracing the wall from any further movement.

In this before photo, take note of the stair step cracking, the obvious bow in the wall, and the long horizontal crack near the top of the wall.

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Stabilizing a Millheim, PA Foundation with PowerBrace

Challenge

Solution

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