Crack Injection Repair and Waterproofing

Cracks in foundation walls and floors are all too common, but that does not mean they are safe or should be overlooked. Cracks in your foundation can occur for a number of reasons, some can leak water, some may not. Ultimate Crack Repair uses an variety of advanced materials when we apply crack injection as our repair method. Resin, polyurethane, or epoxy injections are most common forms of repair, but we don’t stop there! We use a multifaceted approach to be sure the fix is done the correct way the first time! This is particularly important if you plan to cover the walls with finished materials. You’ll want to have these cracks addressed prior so you avoid any unnecessary future issues and costly damage. ( *Did you know most insurance companies do not cover water damage from water seepage? ) 

Potential for Further Damage

Any cracks that are leaking need to be repaired immediately, even if they’re only hairline cracks. Some dry cracks are only cosmetic, but it’s a good idea to seal and repair all cracks because most of them will begin leaking at some point, bringing water through the foundation and causing further (and more expensive) damage, not to mention the smell and potential for bugs to make their way in. 

 

 

Repairs for Other Types of Cracks

Some cracks are caused by structural issues like settling or stress that occurs after the structure has been built and cannot be permanently repaired with a simple injection. These types of cracks can be indications of structural failure and should be repaired immediately, especially any structural foundation cracks wider than one-eighth inch. There are also different types of foundations still in use that will require a different approach. A crack repair professional from Ultimate Crack Repair can tell you if the crack you’re dealing with can be repaired with epoxy and urethane or if it requires more advanced repair techniques.