Foundation Wall Crack Repair
A small crack in your basement can create growing concern. SafeBasements restores your peace of mind with long-lasting, expert wall crack repair. We address the cause of the crack for a stronger, more resilient foundation.
What Causes Foundation Walls to Crack?
The most common reasons that foundation walls crack include:
- Hydrostatic pressure: Wet soil from heavy rain or poor drainage pushes against the outside of the wall until it cracks.
- Soil movement: Clay soil in regions like Minnesota and North Dakota swells when wet and contracts when dry. This constant movement places stress on the foundation.
- House settling: Your home shifts downward as it pushes against the dirt below. Slight cracks are normal, but uneven settling can cause more serious damage.
- Poor soil compaction: If builders failed to compress the soil during construction, cracks could appear as the foundation shifts.
Signs to Call for Basement Wall Crack Repair
These warning signs warrant professional attention:
- Wide, horizontal or stair-step cracks
- Bowing or buckling basement walls
- Sticking doors and windows
- Gaps between walls, ceilings or floors
- Uneven or sloping floors
- Water infiltration or musty smells in your basement
Types of Cracks That SafeBasements Repairs
Common cracks we address include:
- Hairline cracks: These cosmetic, hair-like fractures appear during concrete drying or settling. While hairline cracks might not pose a structural threat, it’s best to get them checked out for your peace of mind.
- Vertical cracks: Vertical cracks can appear during settling, running straight up and down or at slight angles.
- Horizontal cracks: Outside pressure encourages your wall to bow or lean, causing cracks to run across the wall and requiring bowing wall repair.
- Stair-step cracks: The cracks resemble steps and often form along mortar joints. Moisture issues or uneven settlement cause stair-step cracks and can threaten your foundation’s integrity.
Our Proven Foundation Crack Repair Services
Addressing a minor crack early can prevent major property damage or foundation crack repair costs later. We offer these responsive solutions for long-lasting results:
Wall Crack Injection
Water entering your basement or foundation through a small crack can escalate into a serious leak. We use a liquid urethane or epoxy crack filler for a cost-effective, long-lasting fix. First, we clean the area around the crack. Then, a technician injects the liquid urethane to fill every inch of the fissure and prevent the crack from spreading. We smooth over the surface for easy repainting.
For large or widespread cracks, our team will provide a customized plan to get to the root of the problem.
Foundation Repair and Waterproofing Solutions
SafeBasements provides these permanent repairs to keep your foundation stable and prevent cracks from forming:
- Foundation settling fixes: Our skilled crew installs push piers or helical piers to stabilize your foundation. These rods provide support to stop the settling that can lead to cracks.
- Waterproofing services: We stop water damage at its source. Our effective basement waterproofing solutions include interior drain tile systems, sump pump installation and crawlspace encapsulation.
Why Choose Us to Keep Your Basement Safe?
SafeBasements has helped to keep homes structurally sound since 1991. We use a combination of innovative products, proven techniques and industry expertise to protect your foundation. Most of our services include a transferable lifetime warranty for your peace of mind. Transparent up-front pricing means you know what you’re paying for.
Our team prioritizes your satisfaction through high-quality workmanship and personalized customer care.
Schedule Your Foundation Wall Repair Service
Stop foundation wall cracks in their tracks. Call 800-430-5851 or contact us online to arrange a free foundation crack repair inspection.
