Is a cracked concrete wall or foundation allowing water to enter your basement or living space? Here at City Residential Foundation Repair, we get asked all the time what causes to those cracks and what can be done once you’ve spotted them in your home. So, let’s take a look.
Concrete is made of three primary components: cement, water, and one kind of aggregate, such as rock, sand or gravel. As the water in the mixture evaporates, the remaining ingredients turn into a hard, monolithic slab. Unfortunately, this inevitable process causes the concrete of your property to shrink slightly, often resulting in hairline cracks. Larger cracks can occur, for example, when a house settles or the ground beneath it shifts.
These types of cracks might not necessarily threaten the entire structural integrity of the house, but they do create an entry point for groundwater, insects, and radon gas, which ultimately will result in much bigger long-term problems for your property’s concrete foundation.
Therefore, if you do notice large, recurring cracks or bulging walls in your house, don't try to fix them yourself. The cracks might indicate a more serious structural problem, so your first step should be to call in a concrete foundation expert for an in-depth evaluation.
Crack injections certainly present the first-aid solution to small concrete cracks but, really, they are a short-term fix for a long-term problem. Often a crack is just a symptom of a larger problem, rather than the root of the issue itself. Which is why, at City Residential Foundation Repair, we believe in doing the job right the first time, by repairing your concrete foundation with external excavation, so that your results last for years to come and you can enjoy your home worry-free once again.
Why we’re the right fit for your problem
At City Residential Foundation Repair, we make it easy and affordable to repair your cracked concrete and protect your basement from water intrusion. By actually repairing the concrete foundation, we’re able to prevent future water seepage, which will protect your home’s structural integrity and preserve its value. We care about earning your trust. In everything we do, we conduct ourselves according to the very highest standards of integrity, attention to detail, and workmanship.
Don’t let that crack grow
A basement leak can quickly become a big problem. Don’t let a cracked basement wall or foundation lead to property loss or structural damage. Protect your Ottawa, Kanata, Orleans, Bells Corners, Manotick, ON and Surrounding Areas home from water intrusion with a long term repair rather than crack injections from City Residential Foundation Repair. Call today to request an estimate!
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