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TYPES OF CRACKS

VERTICAL CRACKS

VERTICAL CRACKS

VERTICAL CRACKS

The most common type of crack. Does not pose a structural threat. Typically caused from settlement or improper curing. Important to have repaired to guarantee your space will remain dry. Any crack wider than 1/4" is serious and may be a structural issue

HAIRLINE CRACK

VERTICAL CRACKS

VERTICAL CRACKS

Nearly the same as the common vertical crack and is also usually caused by settlement or improper curing technique. Hairline cracks are likely to leak over the course of the foundations life but do not pose a structural threat

DIAGONAL CRACKS

VERTICAL CRACKS

DIAGONAL CRACKS

Diagonal cracks are normally safe and don't pose a threat to the structures integrity as long as they dont run more than 30 degrees. If left unaddressed there is a good chance that it will allow water into your home,.

HORIZONTAL CRACKS

FOUNDATION SLAB CRACKS

HORIZONTAL CRACKS

Horizontal cracks along your foundation are serious. This type of crack should be dealt with ASAP. Often due to poor soil and hydrostatic pressure

STAIR STEP CRACK

FOUNDATION SLAB CRACKS

HORIZONTAL CRACKS

Block foundations are prone to this and pose a serios threat to the structural integrity of the home. Common causes are foundation settlement or moisture related problems outside your foundation

Crack in concrete floor slab

FOUNDATION SLAB CRACKS

FOUNDATION SLAB CRACKS

FOUNDATION SLAB CRACKS

Concrete slabs are prone to developing cracks over time. The cause is likely due to incorrect concrete curing, settlement or frost heave. If your home has radon 

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Why do Cracks Form in Concrete?

 

There are many factors that cause concrete to crack. Some of the factors that can cause concrete cracks are:

  • Drying Shrinkage – as concrete cures and goes through it’s chemical reaction between the water and cement particles it begins to “dry” out. As with most materials that dry out they begin to shrink causing hairline cracks to appear.
  • Thermal Shrinkage – all materials shrink and expand with changes in temperature. As concrete cools down (the chemical reaction that’s created when water and cement is mixed creates heat) it shrinks. The shrinking from cooling down can also cause hairline cracks to appear.
  • Restraint – This topic is a bit harder to explain but it’s caused when concrete is confined and prevented from moving due to the structure. If the concrete wants to move due to loading, thermal or other effects and it’s restrained from doing so it will crack.
  • Settlement – If the ground around a foundation settles it can cause the concrete to crack. Settlement can cause significant damage under certain circumstances.
  • Loads – As I mentioned when concrete is subjected to loads that cause tension it will crack the concrete. Tension can be caused by many different loading conditions and it’s best dealt with by designing reinforced concrete that uses rebar.
  • Corrosion – When steel rebar corrodes inside of concrete it expands and causing the concrete around it to crack.

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CRACKS WHEN LEFT UNREPAIRED

 Cracks in your foundation, no matter how large or small, provide an easy route for water to enter your home. Water can enter multiple ways too – from rain to melting snow and high humidity levels. 

Once water enters your foundation, it can begin deteriorating its structural integrity quickly. If that isn't bad enough you can also expect foundation cracks to grow larger as water flows through. So even the smallest crack or gap can lead to major foundation and structural repair problems if left untreated. 

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Applying drainage board
Sheet Membrane Being Applied
Crack Repair Around Hydro Wires
Crack Repair and Clean Out
Interior Crack Repair

TYPES OF CRACKS

 

Vertical Cracks

Of the foundation cracks you are likely to encounter, vertical cracks are generally the most common and least severe type of crack you will come across. Vertical cracks are cracks that go straight up and down, or maybe on a slight diagonal of within 30 degrees of vertical, and are a common occurrence in many houses. These types of cracks are usually the result of your foundation settling, and it is thusly not uncommon even for new houses to have this type of foundation damage as a home’s foundation can settle greatly in the first few years. Fortunately, this type of crack is usually the easiest and least expensive to have sealed. 

Diagonal Cracks

Diagonal cracks run along your foundation or basement wall at a 30-75 degree angle. This type of crack may be a thin hairline crack, but will likely be wider at one end than the other. Diagonal foundation cracks are caused by differential settling of a foundation, which is where one side of a home’s foundation settles lower than the rest of the foundation. This type of uneven tension then causes diagonal cracking. Differential settling can be the result of the house being built on a hill, or due to the expansion or contraction of the soil under a portion of the home. This type of crack can be more costly to repair than a vertical crack since it may be necessary to address the cause of the differential settlement after the crack is sealed. 

Horizontal Cracks

Foundation cracks that run sideways (horizontally) are the most serious type of crack to look out for, as they can signal serious damage to your home’s foundation and structural integrity. While these cracks are sometimes seen in homes with poured concrete foundations, they are most common in homes with concrete block or brick foundations. Several things can cause this type of foundation damage including soil pressure outside of your foundation, and hydrostatic pressure that can cause your basement walls to bow. If you discover this type of foundation damage it is important that you have it repaired as soon as possible before the structural integrity of your home becomes compromised. This type of cracking will require the most extensive repairs, which will likely include reinforcing your foundation in order to secure it and prevent further damage.

Knowing what types of cracking you may discover in your home can help you to determine the severity of the damage to your foundation. Ultimately, however, any cracks you discover in your home’s foundation should be taken seriously and professionally inspected and repaired so that you can ensure the structural integrity of your home. Contact A1 Waterproofing to learn more about what you need to know if you encounter cracks in your home’s foundation.

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