Professional Foundation Repair and Rebuilding

In The Cleveland, Akron, and Canton Regions

LOCAL EXPERTS FOR BASEMENT WATERPROOFING, FOUNDATION REPAIR, CRAWL SPACE WATERPROOFING, AND MORE.

Engineered Waterproofing is a locally owned and operated business that wants to carry on our tradition of integrity and transparency, providing great products and service at a great price. Bowed foundations cause a number of problems to homes and offices, including basement water issues and structural cracking. This can lead to bracing the foundation wall and/or the need for a basement waterproofing system to be installed. If you have cracks in your foundation or the basement walls, do not hesitate to contact us before they get worse. Unlike many of our competitors, Engineered Waterproofing is not a franchise, so we don’t offer a one-size-fits-all approach dictated by a third party agenda and layers of fees. More importantly, our technicians are driven by helping homeowners – not commissions. We recognize that many homes are similar, but that no two homes are exactly the same. As a result, we design and install custom solutions for each home so that we can effectively solve the specific problems you are encountering, without selling you more than you need. Further, our experience, combined with our knowledge, resources, products, and work ethic will allow us to solve your foundation problems and save you money the first time, every time.

"Free inspections for foundation crack repair, so give us a call today!"

And because we believe in our work, we offer a transferable warranty on foundation repairs, which range in duration from 5 years all the way up to the lifetime of the structure, depending on the products and service, as well as your budget and needs.

Rebuilding the Foundation Wall

Walls with severe structural damage will show additional horizontal cracks, shearing, and bowing as time progresses, and in some cases, the only way to repair the problem is to completely remove and rebuild the foundation wall.

This process requires a lot of work, beginning in the yard. Before the foundation is excavated, the soil around the foundation is removed. This includes all landscaping such as gardens, steps, walkways, foliage, and everything else located along the foundation. Then, the foundation will be excavated with a perimeter trench along the entire length of the structure. Temporary supports will be put in place as the foundation walls are removed and replaced. When the job is completed, the landscaping and dirt can be returned. Over time the soil will compact and settle.

Replacement of walls is the most expensive and least desirable repair method, however, at times it cannot be avoided.

Foundation Crack Repair

A crack in your foundation wall could be caused by natural shrinkage of the concrete materials, or it could be a warning sign of a serious structural problem, such as a bowing wall. If you have cracks in your foundation, do not hesitate to contact us.

Buckling and bowing foundation walls is a result of hydrostatic pressure and is a common problem Ohio homeowners deal with. By being proactive on fixing bowed walls, you can avoid a larger and more expensive issue such as having to fix a collapsed foundation wall.

Types of Wall Cracks

Inward Wall Push Vertical

Diagonal crack at each end of wall.

Inward Wall Push Horizontal

Wall bows in & results in crack.

Rebar Pop

Rebar too close to concrete surface, moisture causing corrosion of rebar. Results in “pop-out.”

Vertical Settlement & Wall Push

Wall pushed in, note diagonal at each end. Horizontal & vertical crack from settlement.

Vertical Wider at Bottom

Settlement from center. Vertical settlement moving in center of wall.

Vertical Wider at Top

Settlement from sides. Vertical movement pulling crack wider at top as it moves vertically at corners.

Shrinkage Crack

Vertical, less than or equal to 1/16 inch. Common & non-threatening.

Stair Step

Settlement, downward vertical movement causing break in mortar joint in CMU.

Structural Damage Repair

One of the worst things that can happen to your home is to have its foundation, the main support structure, compromised. We excel at repairing any structural damage that could be causing your foundation to potentially be weak or unable to support your home. We will take care of these problems using wall bracing or strengthening techniques for bowed or cracked walls.

I-Beam Wall Braces

Interior bracing is a proven method of stabilizing bowed foundation walls. Strengthening the wall with steel columns is an economical stabilizing method. The foundation wall can be strengthened from the inside, avoiding excavation. I-Beam wall braces, along with clay block,

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Don’t let your foundation crack under pressure; let us help you restore the structural integrity of your home! If looking for a
contractor for cracks in the foundation. Please talk to one of our experts at 330-777-4795 or fill out our online form for one of our
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