Before & After Photos

Debbie H. of Monticello, Illinois noticed cracks in her home's brick foundation due to settlement. She did not want to ignore the issue and let it to get any worse, so she called Woods Basement Systems for assistance.

Design specialist Kevin E. assessed the problem and decided the best solution was to install push piers. Foreman Jose L. then headed to the home to start the job.

The push piers were installed next to the footing of the home and were then attached with steel brackets. The system helps stabilize and lift the home to its original level. The piers were then covered with soil after installation was complete.

Debbie H. no longer has to worry about her home's foundation cracking or settling. She now has a level and stable home.

Monticello, Illinois homeowner Randy noticed cracks in the ceilings of his first floor, he also thought the floors had to much give. He gave Woods Basement Systems a call and System Design Specialist Greg developed a plan for him. 

Foreman Josh and his crew installed 5 7' SmartJacks throughout the basement. The SmartJacks are steel assembly beams that will provide the extra support needed by the floors. They are anchored at the beam and at the floor to provide the strongest support. 

Randy no longer has to worry about the safety of his family. 

A brick foundation was shifting in a basement in Monticello, IL, causing cracks to form and the wall to bow out. To solve this issue, specialized GeoLock Wall Anchors were installed. These longer wall anchors are a customized solution for extreme foundation failure, as they will permanently stabilize the wall, straightening it to its original position and keeping it in place. The cracks will also be closed so that no water can leak through. This foundation will now remain stable and secure for years to come!

Support posts were failing in a basement in Monticello, IL, causing concern. To solve this issue, the SmartJack System was installed. These are steel support systems that can permanently stabilize and level the floor joists and girders in a basement. These add strength and stability to the existing columns and piers. They are unaffected by moisture, as they will not rust, weaken, or be affected by mold. These will lift the floors above back toward their original position, reduce floor “bounce” caused by excessive joist spans, and solve the problem once and for all!

Del A was concerned when he noticed that his basement walls were beginning to bow. So, he decided to call Woods Basement Systems. One of our System Design Specialists was able to come up with a solution to the problem.

Foreman Jeremy R Installed a Geo-Lock Wall Anchor, shown above, in Del’s Basement. The Wall Anchor has two ends, one will attach to stable soil away from the house. The other end will attach to the basement walls. The device can be tightened and over time will straighten the walls.