Foundation problems are probably the biggest structural concern for any homeowner or potential buyer, so it’s no surprise that we tend to get a little panicky about seeing cracks in basement walls.

Homeowners and home buyers may not notice a small crack in their foundation, but that tiny flaw could lead to serious problems if it’s not addressed. While every homeowner would certainly be aware of ...

All concrete foundations crack. Concrete is brittle, and shrinks after initial installation. We all live and work in buildings with foundation cracks. Shrinkage cracks are not a problem. But what’s a ...

First things first, we’d like to overcome four misconceptions. Myth #1: Foundation Cracks Are a Sign of Normal Settling and Do Not Require Fixing Although there’s some truth in it, not all foundation ...

Foundation cracks can be the stuff of nightmares for homeowners. They conjure visions of excessive repair bills or worse–turning a once-functional structure into a teardown. But not all foundations ...

There are many factors that lead to concrete cracks and foundation cracks. Homeowners may only be focused on the damage they can see, while it’s the contractors’ responsibility to go several steps ...

Q: We just learned our foundation is failing. What the heck do we do? A: Your home is one of your largest investments, so it’s important to have a stable foundation. Over time, a home’s foundation may ...

Learn how to tell when a foundation crack might indicate a serious structural problem—and when you can repair it yourself and ...

Not all foundations are created equally. That space we build into the ground and call a basement is unique to our area of the country and statistics tell us 98% of them will, at some point, leak water ...