If you have a basement in your home, it’s important that you keep it dry and free from moisture. A damp basement will have a musty smell and so will everything that’s stored in there. Water enters through cracks in your basement wall and to solve this problem, you’ll need to have Basement Waterproofing in York. Below are common questions and answers about cracked basement walls and how they can be repaired.
Q.) What causes the small cracks in my basement walls?
A.) Basements crack for a number of reasons including stress cracks, shrinkage and soil conditions. The holes that are drilled through your basement wall for the electric or sewer lines causes weak areas in the concrete. It’s not uncommon for cracks to form nearby these areas. As a concrete foundation dries, it contracts and as it shrinks, it can cause cracks to form in the walls. Overly wet soil or soil that is too dry can cause shifts in the soil underneath and beside your foundation walls. This shifting can place pressure on your foundation and cause cracks.
Q.) How does a contractor fix the basement wall cracks?
A.) After an assessment of the cracks in your walls, the contractor will discuss his findings with you before he does any repairs. To repair the cracks, he will inject a urethane solution into the cracks in the walls to seal them. This sealant will not only keep the water out of your basement, but it will keep mold and mildew from growing as well. Depending on the source of the water, the contractor may also recommend exterior Basement Waterproofing in York. By installing drain tiles along your foundation wall, water will drain away from your home instead of right next to your foundation where it can seep in through the walls. By using both interior and exterior methods of waterproofing, your basement should be dry and free from the smell of mildew.
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