Historically, people have built their homes out of whatever material was available. Foundations were originally constructed of wood, stone, or brick. In the last century, this has gradually changed to concrete foundations. Cinder blocks and poured concrete foundations are roughly the same in terms of strength and durability. However, they can show stress and damage […]
TL;DR: A bowing or bulging basement wall is caused by hydrostatic pressure—water buildup in the soil pushes against the foundation. Ignoring the issue leads to major structural damage, including wall collapse, broken pipes, and costly repairs. Early action saves money—minor bowing can be fixed with carbon fiber straps, while severe cases require wall anchors or […]
You may not immediately notice signs of basement wall bowing. It's usually a slow, gradual process. One of the first warning signs is cracks forming in the wall, which may indicate increasing pressure against your foundation. A bowed or buckling wall is a critical concern because it compromises the structural integrity of your home. Your […]
Have you ever gone into a Michigan basement and noticed that there’s a concrete ledge all the way around the perimeter? It’s usually about 3 feet below from the ceiling, and the walls below it sometimes slope towards the center of the room. What is a Michigan Basement? It’s a unique basement style often found […]
[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]Many homeowners install water drainage in their basements to prevent leaks or flooding. This is reasonable and logical; a damp basement encourages mold, damages anything stored there, and makes a soggy mess. But the water outside your home isn’t just trying to cause flooding. It’s also damaging your foundation […]
When your foundation walls develop significant cracks or start to bow inward (or both!) you need to act quickly. Depending on your situation, the best method for repairing and stabilizing your foundation is carbon fiber straps, wall anchors, or helical tiebacks. At Acculevel, we provide whole-home solutions that are customized to address your specific needs. […]
Every industry has its obscure terms, and foundation repair is no exception. The “clay bowl effect” is one of those terms that you may have heard. It may have left you wondering what pottery making has to do with your home’s structure! At Acculevel, our goal is to provide you with a whole-home solution. We […]
Your home’s foundation is critically important. It’s the base of your home that everything relies on to stay strong. It is essential that you make repairs as soon as you know there’s a problem. But sometimes, a situation gets away from you. If drywall is covering your walls, or you have storage tubs blocking your […]
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Core fill is an alternative method contractors use when installing basement waterproofing and repairing a bowing wall conflict. The preferred way to fix a bowing wall is through installing carbon fiber straps. However, installing straps in the traditional way will ruin an interior water drainage system. Core fill resolves this conflict. Started by Andy Beery […]
