Foundation Wall Straightening & Replacement
Fix Bowed Basement Walls
Over time, the pressure of expanding soil around a home’s foundation can cause unsafe inward movement. As soils swell, this puts pressure on foundation walls forcing them inward. At John Norris Foundation Repair, we suggest that a structural engineer examine the foundation and determine if the wall requires straightening.
Bowing walls are common in the Kansas City area due to the clay soil. The expansion and contraction of the soil can wreak havoc on the walls of a home.
Wall Straightening Process
When a foundation wall has an inward movement of more than 4 ½ inches, a structural engineer requires wall excavation to the footing, after which the wall has to be returned to a vertical degree of plumb. Additional vertical wall restraints may be required to prevent further movement of the foundation walls.
Install Vertical Wall Restraints
After pressure is relieved, then the wall is excavated and straightened. The exterior of the wall is cleaned and any cracks are then filled. The wall is then waterproofed and the insulator board is applied. Interior vertical wall restraints are installed as needed, returning the wall and foundation to its original structural integrity. Call today to learn how we can assist you.
