Foundation Wall Crack
The horizontal crack in the foundation wall raised significant concern for the homeowners, prompting them to contact us for a comprehensive basement evaluation. Upon inspection, we confirmed that the wall was exhibiting approximately half an inch of inward deflection, which directly correlates with the development of the horizontal cracking observed. Given the structural implications of this movement, a durable and engineered stabilization solution was warranted to ensure the long‑term integrity of the foundation wall.
GeoLock Rods
GeoLock® earth anchor rods were advanced through the foundation wall and extended to a precisely excavated trench outside the home. These rods mechanically link the exterior GeoLock® earth anchors to the interior wall plates, creating a unified anchoring system that stabilizes the wall by counteracting lateral soil pressure.
GeoLock Anchors
The GeoLock® earth anchors were securely fastened to the anchoring rods, creating a continuous structural connection. These anchors are engineered to engage with stable, load‑bearing soil strata below grade, allowing them to effectively resist lateral pressures exerted on the foundation wall.
GeoLock Plates
The GeoLock® wall plates are then mounted onto the interior ends of the anchoring rods. Once installed, the plates are systematically tightened to apply tension along the rod assembly. This tensioning process draws the exterior anchors firmly into the load‑bearing soil, creating an active bracing system that stabilizes the foundation wall and helps counteract ongoing lateral earth pressure.
Crack Injection
A crack injection is applied after installing GeoLocks because, although the anchors stop further wall movement, they do not repair or seal the existing crack itself. Injecting the crack restores structural continuity and creates a watertight seal, preventing moisture intrusion and helping ensure a more complete, long‑term foundation repair.
GeoLock Backfill
After the GeoLock® wall anchor system is fully installed and tensioned, the exterior excavation is carefully backfilled to the proper grade, ensuring soil compaction and stability are restored around the foundation.
