Before & After Photos

This crawl space in Williamstown, New Jersey had unstable floor joist in their all dirt crawl space. John Maas, a System Design Specialist for Quality 1st Basement Systems recommended our SmartJack Support System to provide additional support to the sagging floor joist. Securing each wooden floor joist in place prevents movement to the flooring above which will prevent any gapping in the molding. 

When signs of bowing walls and persistent dampness began to appear, this Vineland, NJ homeowner knew it was time to take action before the problems worsened. Concerned about potential foundation damage and long-term moisture issues, they reached out to the experts at Quality 1st Basement Systems for a permanent solution.

During our inspection, we identified both structural pressure from the surrounding soil and ongoing water intrusion as the main culprits. With this information, our team developed a customized stabilization and waterproofing plan designed to address the homeowner’s specific concerns from the ground up.

To permanently stabilize the foundation, we installed our GeoLock Wall Anchor System, which uses heavy-duty steel anchors to secure the bowing walls and gradually restore them to their original position. To combat water seepage, our crew added our TripleSafe Sump Pump System, providing triple-layer protection and continuous drainage even during power outages. Finally, we installed our SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier to control humidity levels and prevent mold, odors, and future moisture buildup.

With these powerful systems working together, the basement is now fully stabilized, dry, and protected, giving the homeowner lasting peace of mind and a safe, healthy living space.

When the homeowner noticed vertical cracks in their basement wall they called Quality 1st to do the job. System Design Specialist, Ken Peare, did a full inspection of the basement to make sure that these cracks were the only cracks in the foundation of the home. Foreman, Melvin Cardoza, installed FlexiSpan into the cracks sealing them to prevent water from coming through. First bead of Sealant is placed inside the crack to stop crack leakage. A FlexiSpan Foam Drain Strip is then placed over  as a second form of protection against water leakage through the first seal, followed by the permanent seal overlay. 

This homeowner in Mount Laurel, New Jersey noticed their basement wall was bowing inwards. This occurs because poorly compacted and saturated soil around the foundation creates hydrostatic pressure against the walls. The homeowner contacted Quality 1st Basement Systems and our System Design Specialist, Javier Romero, provided an inspection and suggested they use a wall reinforcement system. Our foreman, Esau Aquino, installed the CarbonArmor Wall Reinforcement System which is made from a fiber-reinforced polymer that is 10 times stronger than steel. The straps are attached to the wall and secured with heavy-duty steel brackets. The straps will stabilize the wall and begin to pull it back to its original position. 

A homeowner in Flemington, New Jersey needed their foundation stabilized and contacted Quality 1st for a solution. Helical Piers were installed in order to restore the foundation. Helical Piers have helical plates welded to the pier shaft. These plates help to pull the pier into the soil and provide an anchor as the weight of the foundation or structural element is transferred to the pier. Helical Piers are a fast, effective installation and can help lift settled foundations back to the original level.