Foundation Repair Photo Album: Foundation Stabilization in Nevada, OH

Patrick D. in Nevada, OH called Mid-State Basement Systems because the church building he owned had several severe issues that needed to be repaired. Some of the concrete blocks on one of the walls had shifted inward more than two inches. This was especially troublesome because the damaged wall lined the handicap-accessible ramp and the blocks were obstacles for feet and wheels. We sent out one of our inspectors, Steve Davis, to provide a free estimate. Our crew, led by foreman Byron Salinas, was able to use Geo-Lock Channel Anchors to permanently pull the wall back into its original position. These are galvanized steel anchors with one side embedded in the earth outside the building and the other bolted to the inside of the foundation wall. We also replaced a drain in front of the front door because the old one was highly damaged. The church owner is happy with the results and he knows that the congregation will be safer with these updates and repairs.

Wall Before Repair

Some of the blocks of the concrete wall had shifted inward more than two inches.

Wall After

We were able to pull the wall all the way back to its original position with the Geo-Lock Channel Anchors.

Replaced TrenchDrain

This is the new TrenchDrain that will collect any water that gets in under the door.

Drain Before

This is the dirty and falling apart drain before we replaced it.

Geo-Lock Channel Anchor Installation

This is a view of the anchor installation during the process. The dirt needed to be excavated and then the anchors were attached inside the earth and on the inside of the wall. These were tightened to pull the wall back into place.