Before & After Photos

Check out the before & after on this Phoenix, Arizona stem wall repair!  

In Phoenix, Arizona, a homeowner reached out to Arizona Foundation Solutions with a recurring problem: cracks in their stem wall, despite a repair conducted less than two years ago. Amanda, our Customer Care Representative, booked an initial consultation with John, aka Bo, our Design Specialist, to assess the situation. Upon review, Bo identified significant issues, with rusting rebar being the primary culprit behind the cracks. The previous repair methods used by other contractors had only provided a temporary fix, failing to address the root cause—rust-induced expansion caused by chloride ion migration within the concrete.

The homeowner was frustrated, as the horizontal cracks had reappeared, potentially threatening the structural integrity of their home. They needed a long-term solution to prevent future damage, something more than just patching the cracks. Bo outlined a comprehensive plan following industry-standard methods, ensuring that the repairs would not only fix the visible damage but also halt the rusting process within the stem wall.

After Project Description:

Following Bo’s assessment, Arizona Foundation Solutions implemented a thorough stem wall repair strategy under the supervision of Greg, our Foreman. The team started by removing the deteriorated concrete, exposing the rusted rebar, and sandblasting it back to its original, clean state. A specialized ion-blocking epoxy coating was applied to the rebar, followed by the use of an anodic-based repair mortar to seal and protect the wall. This advanced technique, endorsed by the International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI), ensures a lasting solution by targeting the root cause of the cracks—rusting rebar—rather than just masking the symptoms.

The homeowner, relieved to finally have a permanent solution in place, can now rest assured knowing their stem wall is fortified against further damage. Arizona Foundation Solutions’ expert approach, led by Bo’s precise evaluation and Greg’s meticulous execution, has restored the foundation’s integrity. By using industry-standard methods, this stem wall repair will stand the test of time, providing long-term security and peace of mind.

The Homeowners of this mid-century single-family ranch home noticed some flaking, concrete cracking, and concrete crumbling along some areas of the home's concrete stem wall. Also to concrete stem wall repair services, we also specialize in concrete step repair in Mesa, Arizona.

Corrosion is one of the worst problems that could happen to a concrete stem wall because the oxidation will destroy the stem wall completely from the inside out. This family down in Phoenix, Arizona, was facing some serious oxidation problems all along the stem wall of their house, so they decided to get help from a professional on the matter. After a little research for concrete repair experts in the valley, they found us and decided to call us to put an end to their corrosion problem once and for all.

Our Crack Stitching process not only repairs cracks in concrete, but it will also allow for some minor movement to prevent new cracks from forming in the same area!