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Bowing Basement Wall Repair Services in NC & SC

Serving Charlotte, Asheville, Greenville-Spartanburg, Greensboro, Raleigh & Wilmington

If you see cracks within your basement walls or if your basement walls are bowing or leaning, please contact us for a free evaluation. These issues are often indicators of structural issues and require the services of a foundation repair specialist.

How We Repair Bowing or Cracking Basement Walls

The best way to repair a basement wall that’s bowed or cracked depends on the materials used to construct the walls, the height of the walls, the height of the back-filled soils, and the extent of the movement or damage.

The most common and most effective methods of repairing bowing basement walls in the Carolinas are installing carbon fiber reinforcement straps and/or installing helical tieback anchors (wall anchors).

Contact our team of basement repair specialists today at (877) 770-7050 to schedule repair service!

Carbon Fiber Reinforcement To Fix Bowing Basement Walls

The installation of carbon fiber reinforcement straps is a common and effective method of repairing basement walls in the Carolinas that are bowing inward due to lateral forces. The carbon fiber reinforcement straps are applied directly to the face of the wall and provide reinforcement and stabilization.

Carolina Foundation Solutions specializes in the installation of Fortress Stabilization Systems carbon fiber reinforcement material. The Fortress Stabilization Systems product consists of a woven grid of carbon fiber and Kevlar that is corrosion proof and more rigid than steel.

Benefits of installing carbon fiber reinforcement include:

  • Quick repairs with immediate results
  • A cost-effective solution and provides immediate results
  • Won’t interfere with future installation of wood framed walls, wall paneling, waterproofing systems, etc.

We provide a 10-year warranty for the repairs consisting of the carbon fiber reinforcement systems, but an additional warranty is offered by the manufacturer, Fortress Stabilization Systems.

Learn more about carbon fiber reinforcement systems by giving us a call today at (877) 770-7050.

Helical Tieback Anchors To Fix Bowing Basement Walls

Another effective technique for basement wall repairs in the Carolinas is tieback anchors, which “anchor” a wall that leaning or bowing.

Carolina Foundation Solutions specializes in the installation of CHANCE helical tieback anchors, as well as other soil screw and wall anchor systems. We are a certified CHANCE Installer and use only the best materials in the foundation repair industry. The helical anchors manufactured by CHANCE are ICC-ES certified and made in the U.S.

In addition to the “Life of Structure Warranty” offered by Carolina Foundation Solutions, the helical anchors are also covered by a “30 Year Peace of Mind Warranty” by CHANCE.

Call us at (877) 770-7050 to schedule an inspection.

Signs of Bowing Basement Walls

Common signs of the walls bowing inward are the formation of cracks within the wall materials. The cracks can be found in various areas of a wall and can span in different directions. Cracks that run horizontally through the center of the walls are a common sign of lateral movement that may indicate foundation problems.

If you notice cracks in your wall materials, give us a call at (877) 770-7050 ASAP to schedule a free inspection.

What Causes Bowing Basement Walls?

Here in the Carolinas, soil pressure due to expansive clay soil against the foundation is among the most common causes of bowing basement walls. The most common material used to build basement walls in the Carolinas is concrete masonry units (often referred as CMU or concrete block). Concrete block is popular with builders because they can build a foundation quickly and finish home construction faster than they can with poured concrete. However, this type of wall is exceptionally vulnerable to the lateral pressure that causes bowing walls.

Changes in the conditions of the back-filled soils on the outside of a basement wall are often the root cause of basement wall damage. The changes within the back-filled soils are commonly a result of poor drainage conditions along the areas surrounding a house. As moisture and water content builds up in the back-filled soils, they become heavier and exert excessive pressure on to the walls (often referred to as hydrostatic pressure). Over time, this lateral pressure on the basement walls will cause them to change shape and bow inward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Choose Carolina Foundation Solutions?
Why Choose Carolina Foundation Solutions?
Unrivaled
Experience

We provide hassle-free guidance, support, and customer care to take your project from start to finish.

Affordable
Solutions

We know making a major repair can be daunting, so we offer transparent pricing and tailored solutions to fit your budget.

Reliable Products
& Solutions

We select only the most trusted products and systems for superior reliability.

Accountability

Our work reflects our commitment to excellence: we hire and train only the very best technicians.

Family-Owned
& Operated

Our family is deeply committed to our communities in North and South Carolina.

Guaranteed Work

We do every job right the first time and back that up with our work guarantee.

Unrivaled
Experience

We provide hassle-free guidance, support, and customer care to take your project from start to finish.

Affordable
Solutions

We know making a major repair can be daunting, so we offer transparent pricing and tailored solutions to fit your budget.

Reliable Products
& Solutions

We select only the most trusted products and systems for superior reliability.

Accountability

Our work reflects our commitment to excellence: we hire and train only the very best technicians.

Family-Owned
& Operated

Our family is deeply committed to our communities in North and South Carolina.

Guaranteed Work

We do every job right the first time and back that up with our work guarantee.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Just had a great experience with Carolina Foundation Solutions. Andrew provided a clear overview of the options for a bowing basement wall and settling corner. Robert, Wesley, and Marvin did the work. Andrew knew the pros and cons for…

Robert Perkins

Crack in foundation causing my brick to crack. Excellent customers service and great work perform by the crew. I highly recommend them for everyone. Jim Hurd was the crew foreman. They worked fast and didn't fool around while working…

Jerry Jessup

I have used the folks several times in the last 5 years and have found them honest, reliable, and reasonably priced. If you have a structural situation and need to work with an engineer Carolina Foundation Solutions can put…

Brent Morris

I used Carolina Foundation Solutions to repair my foundation. This was a great experience. They were timely and professional. Britany was very professional and great to work with. John Warner saved me almost $2000 dollars by working around an…

Karen Allison

Highly recommended. They give honest quotes and reliable advise. They fixed my leaning chimney the correct way with an independent engineer's assessment. Other companies want to use their own engineer and over charge. The crew that performed the work…

Michael Rynk