Cracks in the foundation walls can cause water to enter the basement, and this causes the basement to become damp and moldy. Items that are stored in the basement will smell like mildew and mold growth in the home is unhealthy. Before these problems begin in your basement, contact an experienced company that specializes in Basement Waterproofing in Frederick. Read the questions and answers below to learn more about foundation cracks and waterproofing.
Q.) What are the reasons why a concrete foundation wall cracks?
A.) As the ground shifts and settles underneath a home, it can cause the foundation to move. This movement puts pressure on the foundation and causes cracks in the concrete. The ground can shift because of too much water in the soil or if the ground is extremely dry. An excessive amount of water in the soil often occurs because of drainage problems. Water that doesn’t properly drain away from the house will soak the soil next to the foundation. This continued saturation of the soil will cause the ground to move under the weight of the foundation. In areas that haven’t had enough rain, the dirt will completely dry out and crumble underneath the weight.
Q.) How does a professional company repair cracks in a foundation wall?
A.) One method for repairing foundation cracks is to inject urethane into the crevices in the foundation walls. A professional company drills holes into the concrete on both sides of a crack. The holes are drilled, so they cross the path of the crack. Ports are placed into the drilled holes, and an injector tool is used to force the urethane into the holes. As the urethane enters the holes and flows into the crevice, it expands to fill in the wall crack. This process that’s performed by a company that specializes in Basement Waterproofing in Frederick, seals the crack and prevents unwanted moisture and water from entering the basement.
Keystone Foundation Repair, Inc. is an experienced company that specializes in residential and commercial structural foundation repair, concrete leveling, and basement waterproofing.
