Foundation Repair Photo Album: GeoLock Wall Anchors Installed Near Sumerduck, VA
A home near Sumerduck, VA, had a horizontal crack all the way around the basement. The homeowner had ignored it for a long time until a family member pointed out the importance of having it checked and recommended Fortress Foundation Solutions. They were happy to discover they could get a free estimate scheduled, at a convenient time, with one quick phone call! A system designer was soon at their home completing a thorough inspection, helping them learn about foundation settlement. Through videos, discussion and questions answered, they were relieved to know there was a solution - GeoLock Earth Anchors. The GeoLock Anchor rods are driven from a trench on the outside to inside the basement and secured to the wall with plates. Once installed, the foundation wall will be stabilized. Do you have cracks in your basement walls? If so, call for a free estimate. This homeowner is glad they did!
Horizontal Crack
This horizontal crack extended around the entire basement. The wall is beginning to bow and will only get worse over time.
Trench for GeoLock installation
A trench is carefully dug outside the home. Steel rods are driven from the trench to the basement wall. After plates are attached on both ends, the anchors secure the wall keeping it from further movement. Once the trench is filled in, grass seed and straw are put down. When the grass grows, the anchors will be undetectable from the outside.
Inside Wall Plates
These wall plates secure the GeoLocks that secure the wall and keep it from bowing. They can be covered so the space can be refinished and used for living space.
