Before & After Photos

The customer's main concerns were keeping this her forever home and making sure it holds property value. She takes pride in her home and really stressed it holds a ton of sentimental value.  She chose Thrasher Foundation Repair because we took the time to explain the process and provide clarity on what will be done, and we had great communication fitting around her schedule. The major problem we found with the foundation was the walls failing. The worst wall had a deflection of 2 1/2 inches. Air and water were getting in through a couple of cracks that has formed on her wall. That caused, hydrostatic pressure over time pushing on the wall allowing it to get to stage 2 wall failure. 

We were able to fix the problem and give the homeowner peace of mind that her wall would not bow in any further and possibly straighten the wall by bracing the wall with our PowerBraces. We were able to secure 3 of our lever bracket style PowerBraces to her worst wall.

She was very happy with the installation and very pleased with how fast and efficient the crew was. This project stands out because on the day we were out there, she knew she had wall failure but didn't know how bad it was. I quoted two walls and this wall was the worst. She was a little hesitant but after reassuring her that our braces would stop the movement of the wall, we would service the braces once a year, and there is a possibility of the wall straightening over time made her have the peace of mind of keeping her house in great shape to last her lifetime.

Compromised foundation walls were leading to huge problems in the customer's house. We used the EverBrace Wall Restoration System which is a method suitable for many types of foundation walls like field stone, clay block, brick, poured concrete, and concrete block walls. While other solutions address early foundation wall issues, only the EverBrace system can tackle the restoration of severely compromised or neglected foundation walls. With the EverBrace, we provided the customer with the security of a new foundation without the exorbitant costs and disruptions associated with a complete replacement. The system was skillfully installed and seamlessly integrated, allowing for easy concealment with drywall while accommodating windows, doorways, and other structural components. 

This customer in Des Moines, IA was having problems with the pooling water around his patio and deck. He was worried this would eventually damage his patio and later cause him larger problems with his foundation. Having used Thrasher in the past for other projects, he knows he could trust us to get the job done right for him.

When the team came out, they determined that he had a drainage issue that was causing the pooling in these areas. The crew decided that the best solution would be to use a buried downspout extension. Downspout extensions are a more efficient way to carry water away from your home's foundation, they provide a continuous path for the water to flow to an area safely away.  

After the installation of the downspout, this customer no longer has to worry about damage to his patio or foundation and can enjoy the space without the pooling water. 

Tanner Syfert Thrasher Foundation Repair's team leader installed wall supports in an Ames IA basement. The red brick was bowing in, when the homeowner ran out of ideas to support the wall he reached out to Thrasher Foundation Repairs experts for a proven solution to stabilize the wall from bowing in. 

This client contacted us out of concern for the deterioration of a previous support system installed by another company, as they wanted to ensure the maintenance of their property value. The existing support jacks, which were initially installed, were showing signs of rust at the top, and the support beams made of old, rotting wood were no longer reliable. These jacks were intended to provide support for the stoop area.

Recognizing the urgency and the need for a more robust solution, we installed two Smart Jacks along with a durable metal beam to effectively support the stoop. It was essential to address the deteriorating wooden beams, as they would have continued to rot over time, compromising the stability of the support system. By replacing them with galvanized Smart Jacks, we have ensured that the stoop is properly supported and secure.

The client expressed their satisfaction and relief, as they no longer have to worry about the stability of their support system. This improvement not only safeguards the integrity of their property but also contributes to the preservation of its value.