Repairing foundation cracks from the inside
Just like the roof or walls of a building, foundations are not immune to the appearance of cracks. In order to protect your home, repairing cracks in your foundation is important.
The Injection Procedure
The procedure for repairing a crack consists of:
- Drill holes along the foundation crack (foundation) at intervals of 4 to 12 inches (10 to 30 cm) at a 45-degree angle to reach the crack through the middle of the concrete foundation wall:
- Cleaning holes and cracks on the surface of the concrete:
- Sealing the crack on the surface with epoxy plastering, in order to contain the injection liquid:
- Pre-insertion of mechanical metal injection ports in each of the holes:
- High-pressure injection of flexible polyurethane along the entire length of the concrete crack, from the bottom to the top of the foundation (soling).
Would you like to see the process in action? Watch our video on repairing cracks from the inside.
What are the causes of cracks on your foundation?
Cracks in your foundation can be mainly due to weather factors and the harshness of the climate where your building is located. The quality of the concrete and soil at the time the foundation was built are also factors that explain the appearance of cracks on the foundation.
It is also important to know that the existence of cracks on your foundation is normal, regardless of the age of the house. Not all cracks need to be repaired. However, if a crack appears to extend below the surface of the ground, it may require the intervention of an expert, especially if there is water runoff through the ground.
the crack. It could then damage the interior of the house.
Techniques for repairing foundation cracks from the inside
High Pressure Injection of Flexible Polyurethane
This technique consists of sealing a crack in the foundation by accessing it from the inside of the house. This way of proceeding allows the work to be carried out at any time, year-round, and even if there is water infiltration at the time of repairing the foundation crack.
This particular technique guarantees the complete repair of the crack, more precisely from one end of the concrete foundation (foundation), regardless of the thickness of the cement wall (8, 10, 12 in / 20, 25, 30 cm).
Our expertise at your service
You will be able to benefit from all the expertise of Groupe Fissure Expert and see all the difference in quality existing on our repairs!
For any question or repair on the cracks in your home, contact one of our experienced technicians at Groupe Fissure Expert inc.
Processes
The Benefits of Injection
This technique can be done at any time, regardless of the season. It is therefore effective in all conditions, even if there is water infiltration.
The result of the repair is instantaneous and the crack on your foundation is completely sealed thanks to high-performance products (great flexibility, excellent adhesion and high tractive force).
The repair of the foundation crack (foundation) is done without the need for excavation, therefore the intervention time is very fast.
The Fissure Expert Foundation Group Warranty
At Groupe Fissure Expert Fondation, you will be dealing with true experts in the repair of foundation cracks, and we also offer you a 10-year WRITTEN WARRANTY* transferable on all our crack repairs made with high pressure injection of flexible polyurethane.
In order to avoid problems with your foundations and to be sure to obtain a complete and fast repair, remember to contact one of our experts as soon as possible.
