Horizontal cracks, bowing basement walls, and inward wall movement can all be warning signs of foundation pressure problems. One increasingly common repair solution for certain types of wall movement is carbon fiber reinforcement straps.
What are Carbon Fiber Straps
Basement carbon fiber straps are lightweight yet exceptionally strong materials to fortify and stabilize concrete foundations.
They are made of carbon fiber fabric, come in strips, and are designed to be applied to add strength to basement walls to counteract cracking, bowing, and/or shifting.
How do Carbon Straps work
Basement carbon fiber straps work by distributing and redirecting the forces that may cause foundation walls to crack or bow.
When appropriately applied, they create a robust solution against structural damage to ensure proper foundation repair.
To install, epoxy adhesive is applied to the surface of the basement wall, the carbon fiber straps are placed onto the adhesive, and after that dries, a final coat of epoxy adhesive is applied, providing a durable bond.
What are the benefits of Carbon Straps
Basement Wall Problems in North Carolina
Homes throughout the Charlotte, Hickory, and Lake Norman areas often experience foundation pressure problems due to clay-heavy soil and changing moisture conditions.
In many cases, hydrostatic pressure from water-saturated soil places force against basement walls over time, contributing to cracking and inward movement.
How Dry Otter Can Help
At Dry Otter we evaluate both the structural movement and moisture conditions contributing to basement wall problems. Dry Otter is able to use Carbon Fiber straps, drainage improvements, sump pumps and other stabilization methods.
If you are ready to detect any of the problems in your home. Set up a Free Inspection today!
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