Stabilizing a Bowing Basement Wall in Manheim
Challenge
The homeowner in Manheim, PA, was facing a significant structural issue: a noticeably bowing basement wall. This inward movement of the foundation wall compromised the structural integrity of the home, creating a serious concern for the homeowner's safety and property value. Unaddressed, bowing walls can lead to further structural damage and potentially costly repairs.
Solution
To provide a reliable and lasting solution, the team at Liberty Basement Systems implemented the PowerBrace System. This innovative system is specifically designed to stabilize failing foundation walls. The PowerBrace solution involved the installation of zinc-plated steel beams vertically against the bowing wall. These beams are custom-cut to the height of the basement and securely fastened to both the floor and the joists above.
The steel beams are now securely in place, providing immediate reinforcement and halting any further inward movement of the foundation wall. Beyond immediate stabilization, a key benefit of the PowerBrace system is its potential to gradually reverse wall failure signs over time. Through periodic tightening, the system can, in some cases, slowly push the wall back towards its original vertical position. The homeowner in Manheim, PA, now has a safe and solid home foundation, with the peace of mind that their structural issue has been expertly and durably resolved.
