Technical Papers

There are a variety of options when it comes to fixing your foundation problems- Concrete columns, additional shimming, light-duty jack posts that can easily be bought at your local Home Depot- but none of these options stack up to the galvanized steel SmartJack.

Recently at Liberty Basement Systems, we had the honor of taking on a significant foundation repair job for a wonderful homeowner in Minersville, PA. Their home had a rather concerning issue - a failing concrete cinder block retaining wall, evidenced by clear stair-step cracking. It's a common problem that homeowners face, but without the right fix, it can lead to bigger, costlier problems down the line.

When a homeowner in East Berlin, PA noticed the concerning signs of high humidity, wood rot, and water intrusion in their crawl space, they knew it was time to call in the experts-us, at Liberty Basement Systems. Understandably worried about the integrity of their home's foundation and the potential health hazards posed by mold and decaying wood, they reached out for a solution that would not only address the current symptoms but prevent future issues.

The SuperSump®️ is the finest sump pump system available and includes the most reliable pump available, a WaterWatch®️ Alarm System, and the patented SuperLiner®️ with Airtight Lid!

This interior waterproofing system has been proven in the over 5,700 miles of product that has been installed. WaterGuard® is an ideal waterproofing system with its clean finished appearance and confirmed results!

Pennsylvania has many different types of soil including clay, silt, sand, limestone, alfisols, and glacial till. After heavy rains, depending on the type of soil surrounding your home, your home could be facing increased potential for foundation issues. Read on to find out more.

Protecting your home with a waterproofing system should be a top priority. What should also be a top priority is making sure you have enough power behind your sump pump to keep up with any event that could possibly cause flooding in your home.

The PowerBrace™ Wall Repair System is the ideal way to stabilize failing foundation walls. If you have walls that are bowing, buckling, or tilting inwards, installing a PowerBrace™ system can stop any further damage and potentially straighten the wall. The PowerBrace™ consists of steel I-beams that are secured to the joists above the wall with steel brackets. This system is easily adjustable, allowing for tightening of the brace to attempt to raise the wall back to its original position. This system doesn't involve any exterior excavation and installs quickly with minimal disruption to your basement space.

You've heard the stories, you've seen the pictures - but WHY should you choose the Sanidry Sedona for your home?

A property in Gilbertsville faced relentless water beating against a cinder block foundation.