The retaining wall between the Convent of Maternity BVM Parish and the neighboring two and a half story brick structure was failing. The neighbor’s foundation was on the brink of collapse.

Work Included:

  • Careful demolition of existing wall

  • Underpinning of neighboring foundation

  • Construction of new retaining wall, drainage system, and walkway with stairs

Architect: N/A

Location: Chicago, IL

Engineer: Forefront Structural Engineers Inc.

Service: Structural Repairs & Forensic Work