09 Jul Foundation Cracks & Spots

Foundation Cracks & Spots

When you call your waterproofing contractor to perform a basement inspection, one of the first things your contractor will look for is cracks in the foundation.

What Are Foundation Cracks and how do they occur?

Foundation cracks are more common in older structures compared to newer homes. A foundation crack may appear due to concrete that has not settled properly. This happens due to the soil freezing, expanding, contracting, and thawing.

There are many reasons a foundation crack can occur. Poor construction, acts of god, and soil conditions all play a role in foundation cracks.

Poor Construction:

Poor construction happens when the job isn’t done correctly. Some problems in relation to poor construction are;

• Backfilling not done correctly.
• Bad concrete mix.
• Equipment damage.

Acts of God:

Acts of god are randomized, and no one has any control over them. They may re-open existing cracks or create more cracks.

Soil conditions:

Due to different soil conditions, cracks may occur in various ways based on;

• Saturated soils
• Very dry days
• Flooding
• High water tables.

What to do if you notice foundation cracks?

Having a well maintained healthy foundation is crucial for the health of your home.

As soon as you notice foundation cracks, or discolored spots, you should research and hire a professional waterproofing contractor who has experience with these types of repairs.

What to look for:

There are certain things to look for on the inside and outside of your foundation and basement that require an inspection by a licensed waterproofing contractor.

• Moisture and mildew problems.

• External cracks on your foundation.

• Interior cracks.

• Crumbling spots on the foundation walls including; concrete that’s crumbling.

• Water stains near or on the baseboards and ceiling.

• Changes in the structural level of the basement floor.

The basement waterproofing specialists at acclwaterproofing.ca know how to repair your basement and foundation walls and keep moisture out of your basement. We would be pleased to develop a guaranteed unique solution to keep your basement dry.

When you choose ACCL Waterproofing, you have the peace of mind, knowing that you have a trusted name in basement repair and waterproofing working to keep your basement dry.