Structural cracks are generally horizontal in nature. They crack for 2 main reasons. The first is the lack of vertical reinforcement steel bar that are now standard building code in houses today. Homes built in the 1960's and about mid way into the 1970's did not have any vertical rebar. Hydrostatic pressure and/or freeze thaw cycle of the soil. The second main reason being Hydrostatic pressure and/or freeze thaw cycle of the soil that cause excess pressure on the foundation walls.
Most times yes. The concrete steps are tied into the house with steel. This creates a lot of stress on the concrete wall due to the weight. A small step can even cause a large crack to a complete sheer of the concrete wall. A small step can even cause a large crack to a complete sheer a concrete wall. We recommend removing the concrete and replacing with a lighter option such as wood or composite steps.
Yes. We have the ability to stop actively leaking water and do take emergency calls if necessary.
For the most part yes. These types of repairs cannot stand up to the pressures of water coming from outside the wall. Cracks must be filled with either a polyurethane or epoxy resin in all directions for a proper repair to last.
We do excavate window wells when necessary. If water is coming in from the between the window well frame and the concrete foundation, repairing a crack directly below it will not solve the problem. It will require excavation from the exterior.
Yes. Corner cracks can also be injected and are very common.
Whether it's epoxy or polyurethane injection, we offer a 10-year transferable warranty on most injection work unless otherwise specified.
When time permits, we will do some smaller repairs yes.
Yes, we can inject snap ties to permanently stop water from penetrating into the building.
We usually do not drill into walls to perform injection work unless the crack is patched over or there is actively leaking water.