Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

Brandon & Shelby of Marshall, MN were in the process of selling a home when they noticed a section of the basement wall was bowing inward.  

Overtime block foundation can develop cracks due to hydrostatic pressure against the foundation wall which can cause bowing.  The solution is our patented PowerBrace support system to stabilize the wall from further movement.  Our customer can now sell the home given peace of mind.

A homeowner in Marshall, MN noticed a horizontal crack running down one of their basement walls. At first, it didn’t seem like much, but over time, the crack grew, and the wall began to bow slightly inward. This was a sign that the foundation wall was under pressure from the surrounding soil.

Understandably, the homeowner became concerned. They wanted to protect their home and make sure the problem didn’t get worse. That’s when they reached out to our team for a professional evaluation and some helpful guidance on what could be done.

After a thorough inspection, we recommended installing our PowerBrace Wall Support System. This system uses strong, zinc-coated steel beams that attach securely from the basement floor to the floor joists above. The PowerBrace system immediately stabilizes the wall to prevent any further movement, while also allowing for adjustments over time to help bring the wall back toward its original position.

Once the system was in place, the homeowner felt a huge sense of relief. Their basement wall was now supported, their foundation was protected, and they could feel confident knowing the problem had been properly addressed.

At the end of the day, our goal is always to help homeowners understand their foundation issues and find the best, most reliable solution for their home’s long-term safety and stability.

This Lakefield Business had many challenges with the crawl space, ranging from flooding to radon risks.  With our patented CleanSpace product, this concrete crawl space is now fully protected.

This homeowner had block walls in the basement that were bowing. They were concerned that if they let it get too much worse they would end up with major foundation issues. Which is a completely valid concern. If not corrected, the walls can bow to the point that they collapse. Obviously, this is a major structural issue. Our PowerBrace System is a series of beams that are custom fit to your basement. They are designed to be tightened over time to actually push the walls back to their upright position.

Let us help your bowing walls with our patented PowerBrace System. Give us a call today to set up an inspection with our Certified Design Specialist.

These homeowners purchased a home that had a crawlspace that needed some updating. It had the very common pink fiberglass insulation that was once thought to be the best option for insulating a crawl space. We have learned that that is NOT the case. This insulation fails if it is not air-sealed or if it gets wet, so a damp, underground space is not the environment for it. Not to mention, it can retain moisture and become a great place for mold to grow. We knew exactly how to help.

Our crawlspace encapsulation creates a bright, healthy, and pest-free space. The CleanSpace System is a heavy 20mil-thick-liner- like a pool liner. It's is manufactured in layers, a blend of high density polyethylene for puncture resistance, low density polyethylene for flexibility, and polyester cord reinforcement for brute tear resistance. It is manufactured with an antimicrobial additive called "UltraFresh" that is molded right into the material. The white finish brightens the space so you can see that your space is staying dry, free of mold, and pest free!

Let us know if you need to update your crawlspace. It will lower humidity in your home, make your floors warmer, and make a healthier home.