Basement Wall Crack Repair 

A basement wall crack, obviously, is a sign of failure caused by stresses, inadequate design, improper curing, etc. One of the dangers of a structural wall crack is the effect that it has on the reinforcing bar. The reinforcing represents one of the main structural values of the concrete.

Most concrete foundation cracks are strictly leaking problems, especially during heavy rains. Leaking basement wall cracks also have the ability to widen. While a particular crack may not necessarily be a problem at the time, that can change as soon as the next heavy rain storm arrives. If water leakage from a foundation crack is minimal now, the potential exists for the crack to widen, allowing further seepage into the basement.

In Illinois and Indiana these basement wall cracks, resulting from shrinkage, generally take place within the first 28 days after a foundation has been poured. As water within the concrete evaporates, the concrete shrinks. When extra water is added to the concrete, it makes it easier to install for the builder. Unfortunately, the wetter the concrete mix is, the more shrinkage is going to occur, which ultimately weakens the foundation. In addition, natural settling of the foundation also leads to concrete cracks.

For wet and leaking concrete foundation cracks, the preferred injection material is urethane foam. Urethane foam is a flexible material that easily injects into the crack. Upon contact with water within the crack, urethane foam reacts by expanding throughout the void, thus filling the crack.

Free Flow Solutions offers proven systems that can solve your crack repair issues and help you protect one of your biggest investments.  Email or Call Us Today to discuss how we can solve your leaky basement wall cracks.

Basement Wall cracks in Illinois and Indiana can also be an indication of structural damge.  Visit our Bowed Wall page for more information on this basement wall problem.