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Foundation crack repair is necessary to secure the stability of your house and foundation. The method of repair is mostly determined by the cause of the problem.
          
In a poured concrete foundation wall, the typical foundation crack will run vertically at a slight angle. This normally will happen within the first few years of construction of your home. This is caused by shrinkage in the concrete during the curing process. This foundation crack repair is normally a small repair job to do. To find out more on what methods are available to repair this foundation crack problem, click here

In a concrete block or brick foundation, the direction of the crack will tell the source of the problem and the type of concrete repair to perform. If you have horizontal cracks along the midpoint of the wall, or a stairstep crack following the mortar joints, your walls are susceptible to lateral pressure. When he ground around your foundation is wet it expands. When it is dry it shrinks back down. This back and forth pressure will cause cracking and bowing in the wall. This is a serious sign of movement in the foundation.

Another sign of needed foundation house crack repair are vertical cracks in a block or brick foundation wall. This is a sign of settlement. Unstable soil conditions can cause your house to sink down into the ground causing stress on many areas, including your basement walls. With this problem, you may also notice doors or windows that are hard to close, cracks in drywall, and/or cracks in the outside facing of your home

The recommended first step for concrete repairs is to have a certified concrete repair contractor examine the situation. Obtaining a professional opinion on the causes, costs and available solutions is a necessary step in securing your foundation walls.