Foundation cracks · Complete guide
YOUR FOUNDATION IS CRACKING. HERE'S WHAT TO KNOW.
Recognize the warning signs, understand what is happening and choose the proper repair.
Chapter 1
FIVE COMMON CAUSES
Quebec freeze-thaw cycles
Soil movement and settlement
Concrete shrinkage or placement defects
Inadequate drainage around the foundation
Chapter 2
WHY DELAYING REPAIRS CAN COST MORE
Water infiltration and basement humidity
Mould and reduced indoor air quality
Loss of thermal efficiency
Progressive structural damage
Reduced property value
Chapter 3
PROFESSIONAL REPAIR METHODS
Flexible polyurethane injection
Structural epoxy injection
Exterior crack repair and waterproofing
Structural reinforcement when required
Drainage improvements that reduce water pressure
Warning signs
WHEN TO CALL A SPECIALIST
- The crack is widening or changing
- Water enters after rain or thaw
- White deposits appear on the concrete
- The basement smells musty or feels unusually humid
- Concrete is flaking or separating
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READY TO PROTECT YOUR FOUNDATION FOR GOOD?
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