How do you Fill Foundation Cracks?

diana Majzoub

2022-08-30

We hired Level Pro to level our property foundation. The team who worked on the house were on time and worked all day till the job was done. We did read couple of bad reviews on the company but what we experienced with Level Pro proved them wrong. Everyone was very professional from beginning to end and the crew cleaned up the whole area and took all the trash with them. They had a high tech machine that showed the house elevating till it reached to zero and all the cracks inside the house and outside almost gone. Doors used to be tight and now all do open and close easily. The owner Randy was very professional and stayed in contact throughout the work, came multiple times to check on the progress. We are very satisfied with the work and would highly recommend Level Pro for foundation leveling and will keep them in mind for future projects.

Melinda Lantelme

2022-08-17

They were so friendly and easy to work with. They did an excellent job and were very respectful with cleanup, etc.

Fix N Go Austin

2022-04-01

Cory came to my house at less then 24 hours, measured all the house, gave me he’s honest inspection about the house and was very friendly, informative and honest

Zena Cardman

2021-07-03

We needed our 120-year-old pier-and-beam house re-leveled, and had a great experience with Lee. He was straightforward and communicative, sent lots of photos of the progress, and as a courtesy bonus also inspected our foundation for termite damage and checked our plumbing for leaks while under the house.

Kimberly Reyes

2021-05-06

Y'alls customer service is excellent. You're more responsive than the company I intended to review (Pier Pro Foundation Repair). My sincerest apologies.

Stephanie T Evans Greenham

2020-06-19

Would hire them again and I HIGHLY recommend them! I was selling my home and wanted the work done after the closing. Not only did these folks work with the home BUYERS schedule, but also with me. They did fantastic work and even though they knew I was not in the home and I no longer had ownership, they sent me pictures of their completed work. I had experienced great customer service, from very professional and honest poeple. I trust them, I trust their work and would send family and friends their way, who needed it.

Randy Rose

2020-06-03

Excellence of course !

A foundation crack can be defined as a fracture or splitting the ground along the foundation line. This area is also known as “the dirt” or basement floor. There are three types of foundation cracks: Crack in the grade (foundation level), Crack that run perpendicular to the wall, and crack that run parallel to the wall.

What causes foundation cracks?

Some of the most common causes for foundation cracks are settlement and erosion of soil surrounding the structure, which can cause cracks in walls, floors and ceilings. Building settlement can be caused by construction on soft ground, overloading buildings or having one structure built on top of another. Sometimes the soil around the foundation may shrink due to poor drainage, which would cause cracking.

Why is Foundation Cracks Dangerous

Some foundation cracks require no attention. Others will need professional intervention. If the foundation is cracked, but the cracks are not leaking or letting out air or water, they can be ignored safely. Most of these types of cracks are hairline fissures, which typically do not grow larger over time and pose no threat to the home’s structural integrity.

On the other hand, if cracks are wide and letting out water or air or the foundation is settling, more than just cosmetic repair work is required to fix your foundation degeneration permanently. If you’re experiencing this problem, it’s time to repair those cracks.

Ways to fill foundation cracks

There are many ways to fill foundation cracks, and each is suited for a different type and size of crack. Here we will discuss some most common and effective ways:

Let the experts repair it – An ordinary man can’t identify or fix a foundation crack himself, so leave this job to those who know how to do it.

Another option is to inject a self-levelling, cementitious material. This quick and economical process deposits a liquid polymer into the crack without excavation or mess. The liquid polymer mixes with soil particles to thicken as it dries, ultimately forming a continuous mass that can help fill large cracks.

Inject epoxy resin into the foundation crack. This works well for very small cracks that are no more than 1/8 inch wide. Begin by drilling holes on both sides of the crack to provide a connection with each other, then inject resin until it starts coming back out of the hole. The resin will flow into the gap between soil particles, creating a firm block to prevent water infiltration.

You or your contractor can consider some other ways before opting for or during the repair process. The choice can depend on the size, length and type of foundation crack and your budget.

What is not recommended?

Many products on the market claim to fill foundation cracks, but most of them are worthless and lack the elasticity of authentic concrete or mortar material. Also, some materials used in home foundations may need expansion and contraction, or they may shrink and crack themselves, creating more cracks. Foundation cracks only get worse over time, so try to keep them from getting any worse while you’re waiting for help.

Conclusion

In conclusion, it is difficult to determine the cause of foundation cracks. It will be best to let your foundation repair contractor determine the type and exact location of the crack that needs attention. They may offer suggestions on filling foundation cracks if they are not severe or recommend a different course of action.

Looking for a foundation crack repair contractor? contact us at:

Level Pro Foundation Repair Inc
920 Murphy Road,Suite D, Stafford, Tx 77477
Phone: (832) 894-0781
https://www.levelprofoundationrepair.com/

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