Severely Cracked & Settling Foundation in Branchburg, NJ
The homeowner noticed the stair step cracks on the outside wall of their foundation and called Quality 1st. Stair step cracks are generally caused by the the concrete shrinking as it cures and by the soil expanding and contracting.
Getting Down To The Problem with Quality 1st Basements
In order to lift and stabilize the foundation, our team excavated the soil surrounding the foundation.
Installing Push Piers in Branchburg, NJ
Victor & his team installed our patent-pending PushPier System next to the footings of the home. The PushPiers were able to lift and stabilize the foundation, closing the cracks.
Thermal Barrier Installed by Quality 1st
Once the lift and stabilization were complete, a thermal barrier was installed to keep the cold and warm air from affecting the newly sealed cracks.
Cracks Closed & Sealed -Branchburg, NJ
Once the cracks were closed from by the PushPiers, Victor and his team sealed them to ensure that water and air would not penetrate the foundation.
Before Quality 1st
Another angle of the foundation, prior to the PushPier Installation.
After Quality 1st
Cracks were closed and sealed.
Before- Interior Crack
The foundation had settled so much, the cracks were large enough to allow light through.
After- Interior Cracks Gone!
After the installation, the cracks were closed and sealed.
Waterproofing The Basement with Quality 1st Basements
In addition to repairing the foundation, our team installed a full perimeter waterproofing system.
WaterGuard in Branchburg, NJ
Prior to installing the WaterGuard Drainage System, holes were drilled in the foundation to alleviate the pressure of water being stored in the walls.
TripleSafe Sump Pump Installed in Branchburg
The TripleSafe Sump Pump System provides three levels of protection for the basement.
