

There are a number of potential causes of cracked and bowing foundation walls. The most common reason is pressure from the soil near the outside of the wall. When soil gets wet, it expands and puts pressure on the wall.
The wall can crack or break when the force exceeds the strength of the wall. This reduces the structural integrity of the wall, and when the saturation cycle is repeated, this further causes weakening and inward movement.
Thrasher Basement Systems uses a Wall Anchor System that permanently stabilizes foundation walls and offers the best opportunity to straighten foundation walls over time without the cost and disruption of foundation replacement. Strong, galvanized earth anchors are embedded securely in competent soil out away from the foundation wall.
The anchors are connected to heavy-duty, steel wall plates with long, threaded, galvanized steel rods. The anchors will hold the wall in its current position, without any further adjustment. A unique and important benefit is the ability to tighten the wall anchors when the soil shrinks. This enables possible improvement and straightening of the bowing foundation wall.
Case Studies: Wall and Helical Anchors/Tiebacks
"I appreciated the time that Aaron took to explain the system to us. I needed someone that I could count on since I had another company install i-beams in the basement that didn't work. Your professionalism and refferences helped me to have confidence in your solution."
Testimonial by Randy & Mary P. from Fairbury, NE
"We originally got your name from one of your competitors, and we are glad we did!! You were extremely helpful in explaining the problem, and you knew exactly how to solve and resolve our seemingly unsolvable problem. You are very fortunate to have such a dedicated crew- every one of them!!"
Testimonial by Annie S. from Lincoln, NE
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