Sure-Dry Before & After Photos

Stabilizing Cracked, Bowing Block Walls with PowerBraces™

Before: Wall Cracks Getting Worse—and So Was the Water

This Wausau homeowner had been watching their block foundation walls develop severe stairstep cracks for a while, but recently, things took a turn. As the wall continued to crack and shift inward, water began seeping through, and mold started forming in the damp corners of the basement. They knew they needed to act fast—before structural issues or water damage got worse.

After: Foundation Stabilized and Protected with PowerBraces™

We installed a series of PowerBrace™ Wall Stabilization Systems, engineered to halt inward wall movement and keep the structure from getting worse. The fully adjustable braces can even be tightened over time to potentially reverse wall deflection.

By addressing the cracking and movement, we also helped eliminate one of the primary sources of water intrusion—protecting the basement from future leaks and mold growth.

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Before:
A homeowner in Wausau, WI, wanted to finish their basement but was limited by small, outdated windows that did not meet egress requirements. The lack of natural light made the space feel closed-in, and without a compliant exit, the area couldn’t safely be used as a living space. The homeowner wanted a dependable solution that would bring in more light and ensure safety compliance.

After:
Sure-Dry’s team excavated outside the foundation and installed a complete egress window system, including a large, code-compliant window, a durable window well, and a clear cover designed for both drainage and protection from debris. The new system was sealed and fitted to ensure water stays out while allowing abundant natural light and ventilation inside.

The result was a bright, open, and code-compliant basement space that now feels like a natural extension of the home.

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Before: This Wausau, WI, home had a damp, unsealed crawl space with exposed soil and poor insulation. Moisture and cold drafts entered freely, leading to musty odors, chilly floors, and high humidity levels inside the home.

After: Sure-Dry completed a full crawl space encapsulation using the CleanSpace® Vapor Barrier System and RimTight™ insulation. The vapor barrier now keeps out ground moisture, while RimTight seals the rim joists to stop drafts and improve energy performance throughout the home.

The homeowner now enjoys a warmer, healthier, and more energy-efficient home with lasting protection against moisture and air leaks.

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Before:
The homeowners in Wausau were dealing with musty odors, high humidity, and cold floors above their crawl space. During inspection, the space showed exposed soil, moisture intrusion, deteriorated insulation, and substantial air leakage at the rim joists. These issues were being amplified by Marathon County’s mixed soil conditions and seasonal temperature fluctuations, causing condensation and heat loss throughout the home.

After:
Sure-Dry encapsulated the entire crawl space using CleanSpace® to seal off ground moisture and create a controlled environment. RimTight™ air sealing was used along the perimeter to stop outside air infiltration and improve overall thermal performance.
The finished system now delivers a dry, energy-efficient crawl space with improved comfort and reduced humidity inside the home.

To remove the damages and moldy residue left from water soaking through, we encapsulated the basement walls in CleanSpace. This gives the walls a new, bright, clean look!