Stairstep Crack in Granite City, IL
Cracks are common in foundations for many reasons, namely settlement. While some settlement is normal, certain cracks can indicate serious foundation problems that should not be ignored. Thankfully Mitchell and Mark E. of Granite City, IL decided to contact Woods Basement Systems to evaluate the stairstep cracks they noticed in the brick of their home. It was determined that the foundation was settling unevenly and needed foundation piers to be stabilized.
Uneven Settlement of Garage Floor in Granite City, IL
Along with the stairstep cracks on their home, they noticed that a section of their garage floor was also settling. This caused an eyesore of a crack in the floor as well as an uneven floor. The best solution for this issue is our concrete leveling system, PolyLevel. It is an environmentally friendly urethane foam injection that is minimally invasive and permanent.
Foundation Pier Installed in Granite City, IL
Pictured here is a fully installed foundation pier, which is hydraulically driven deep into bedrock (or stable soils) for permanent stabilization. Our piers have a fully transferable, life-of-the-structure warranty.
Foundation Piering Complete in Granite City, IL
Once the piers are fully installed, Woods crews will fill the holes with new concrete as pictured here.
Garage Floor Leveled in Granite City, IL
This section of garage floor that was settling unevenly has been raised back to its original position and the crack lessened. Woods also offers NexusPro, which is a silicone-based sealant for joints and cracks (not pictured).