Bowing & Buckling Foundation Walls in the Southeast
We repair bowing foundation walls, leaning retaining walls and more, by stabilizing the problem and relieving pressure that causes walls to bow, lean or crack over time.
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Identifying & repairing issues related to foundation wall failure
Signs Of Bowing Foundation Walls
Foundation walls move inward primarily due to expansive soils and hydrostatic pressure on the walls from outside. However, foundation walls may also crack due to many other outside causes, including foundation settlement. Our foundation experts will accurately identify the cause of your home’s foundation problems.
Below are images of several foundations that are showing damage from hydrostatic pressure and expansive soils outside the structure.
What Causes Cracked & Bowing Foundation Walls?
Saturated soil putting pressure on foundation walls
Saturated soil putting pressure on foundation walls
When soil around the foundation becomes oversaturated, it grows heavier and pushes inward against foundation walls. This constant pressure, known as hydrostatic pressure, can cause walls to crack, bow, or lean over time.
Expansive clay soil or freeze-thaw cycles
Expansive clay soil or freeze-thaw cycles
Clay soils expand when wet and shrink as they dry, creating repeated movement around the foundation. Freeze and thaw cycles can intensify this movement, increasing stress on foundation walls and leading to visible damage.
Poor drainage or improper grading
Poor drainage or improper grading
Improper grading, clogged gutters, or downspouts that release water near the foundation allow moisture to collect in the soil. As the soil absorbs water, pressure builds against the wall, increasing the risk of cracking and bowing.
Tree roots pressing against foundation
Tree roots pressing against foundation
Tree roots growing near the foundation can displace soil and add uneven pressure to foundation walls. Over time, this shifting soil can contribute to wall movement, especially when combined with moisture related expansion.
Aging or weakened construction materials
Aging or weakened construction materials
As foundation walls age, materials can weaken or lose strength. When walls are no longer able to resist outside pressure from soil and moisture, cracking and inward movement become more likely.
Benefits of Our Bowing / Leaning Wall Repair Systems
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The Best Solution For The Problem
We permanently stabilize and restore walls using Supportworks’ GeoLock® Wall Anchors, or the PowerBrace™ I-Beam bracing system.
GeoLock® Wall Anchors
The GeoLock anchor system permanently stabilizes your foundation wall and, in many cases, can straighten your wall back toward its original position. Heavy-duty earth anchors are embedded in stable soil away from your foundation wall, and are then connected to steel anchors with long, galvanized rods. Once tightened, the anchors will hold the wall securely in its current position without any further adjustment. However, a unique benefit of the system includes the ability to tighten the anchors during dry seasons, meaning you can improve and even completely straighten your walls over time.
PowerBrace™ I-Beams
The PowerBrace system permanently stabilizes your home’s foundation walls. Zinc-plated steel beams are custom-fit to your basement wall height and secured tight against your basement wall with brackets anchored to your basement floor and floor joists. PowerBrace’s unique, patented design allows the system to be tightened over time, potentially reversing wall failure without any invasive drilling or digging on the property.
BOWING / Leaning WALL REPAIR PROCESS
Free Inspection
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Customized Repair Plan
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Installation
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Wall Straightening
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Drainage Evaluation
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Why Choose Cantey to Repair Your Wall Repair?
Regional Expertise
We bring decades of structural repair experience specifically tailored to the unique soil and construction conditions of the Southeast.
25-Year Warranty
You can rest easy knowing our wall anchor and bracing systems are protected by a comprehensive 25-year warranty.
Respect for Your Home
We take pride in our clean and respectful crews, who ensure your home and yard are left in great shape after installation.
Flexible Financing
We believe safety should be accessible, which is why we offer financing options to help fit permanent repairs into your budget.
Nationally Backed Solutions
Our team utilizes proven, warrantied repair methods that are supported by a nationally trusted network of foundation specialists.
Free, No-Obligation Inspections
We assess your specific wall movement issues and provide a complimentary project estimate so you know exactly what to expect without any upfront cost.
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Cantey Foundation Specialists offers flexible, easy to understand financing options for homeowners. During our in-house visit, your specialist will help you find the financing options that work for YOU!
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