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Finished Basement Ideas :: Basement Wall Cracks
Basement Wall Cracks
If you are looking to prevent water seepage in your basement or foundation,
one of the key causes that need to be contained is basement wall cracks.
Most people don't realize that concrete, mortar or cinder blocks, all
materials that are used to construct basement walls and foundations are
porous in nature and allow water to seep through it. If you would like to
prevent seepage, here are some tips on fixing basement wall cracks.
The first thing to fixing basement wall cracks is usually to find them. If
you have anything covering your walls, make sure you temporarily remove it
to survey the wall properly. Many times lots of damage can occur from the
walls that are covered due to the lack of inspection and lack of action on
the part of the home owner. You should try to inspect your basement walls on
a regular basis.
There are two types of basement wall cracks, vertical and horizontal.
Vertical basement wall cracks are common and can be due to shrinkage from
difference in temperature. Vertical cracks are usually easy to fix depending
on their thickness. While most vertical cracks are slight, if the crack is
more than the thickness of a quarter, you should repair it.
A horizontal basement wall crack usually is very serious. If you spot a
horizontal basement wall crack, you should fix it immediately. A horizontal
basement wall crack can mean structural damage. You should consult a
professional on the action that needs to take place.
Depending on the types of materials used to create your basement walls can
also determine the likelihood of cracks forming. Cinder blocks usually have
more basement wall cracks than other materials such as concrete and mortar.
Cinder blocks are hollow inside and can capture water making it hard to for
water to dissipate.
One of the more popular products on the market to fix basement wall cracks
is Quickrete. Quickrete is a concrete type product that is easy to mix and
dries incredibly fast. Quickrete comes in either tube form for filling small
crevices and cracks in your foundation wall or large size bags for creating
large slabs of concrete walls or floors. Quickrete is relatively affordable
and is extremely easy to use for either professional contractors or do it
yourself home owners.
Besides Quickrete, there are other sealants and compounds that can fill in
cracks, crevices and chips quick and easily. Talk to a professional
contractor or visit a home improvement center for a wide range of tools and
products to fix basement wall cracks.
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