How To Repair Foundation Cracks

If you notice a pattern of cracks in the walls of your home, then it is time for it to be professionally inspected.  The appearance of cracks may portend damaging water issues and possibly structural issues with the home. NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair has the solutions you need to keep your home’s foundation secure and stable. Our expert foundation repair services begin with a free quote where our experienced professionals will visit, evaluate your home, and provide you with a free estimate of the services that will need to be done. Below are a few of the ways a professional may repair foundation cracks in your home:

Fill Cracks with a Polyurethane or Epoxy Product

These two classes products can be very effective to apply on your flooring, sealing, paints, and more. Epoxy seals are exceptionally strong and durable for sealing a foundation wall crack. Polyurethane products provide ongoing flexibility that can be helpful.  Both must be carefully applied to a dry surface, so that they are able to cure correctly.  

Carbon Armor

This state-of-the-art, military grade solution is perfect for stabilizing your cracking foundation walls. While it’s often used for the stabilization of basement walls, this system includes flexible carbon fiber fabric straps that provide up to 10 times more tensile strength than steel, meaning that it is incredibly resistant to break apart under extreme pressure. Using epoxy, we bond these straps to the interior of the walls to prevent any or further bowing of your foundation walls. 

Replacing the Soil

It is important to get to the heart of the problem to prevent it from happening again. Constant repairs on cracks in your walls could mean that something may be wrong outside of your foundation. In some cases, the issue is the soil surrounding your home, which is the loose soil that was excavated when your foundation was first dug up. This soil is more susceptible to absorbing excess water, and since it is closest in proximity to your home, the water will easily build up against its foundation, forming cracks around it. In order to avoid this from happening, you can replace the soil or install a drainage system so that the foundation isn’t surrounded by damaging wet conditions. 

NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair: Dependable & Efficient Foundation Repair Services

Recurring cracks are signs that there may be an issue with the foundation of your home. In order to get to the heart of the problem and avoid future unnecessary costs, talk to our skilled professionals at NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair. We will carefully evaluate your home and determine which reliable foundation repair services will be beneficial to you. Our numerous services can also help you prevent future water damage in your home, such as drainage installation and waterproofing services. Contact us today for a free estimate at 1-703-690-3889 to protect your home and prevent future cracking.