Foundation Crack Repair in Beaumont

Most foundation cracks in Beaumont homes, as elsewhere, are leak problems: annoying, worth fixing, but not structural. The one to take seriously is the horizontal crack. Here’s how to tell them apart, and what to do about each.

Vertical vs horizontal

Vertical and diagonal cracks are the most common. The usual problem is water getting through. Small hairline cracks may not be a concern at all. Wider ones that leak are sealed, usually from inside with crack injection.

Horizontal cracks run sideways along the wall. They may relate to soil pressure pushing on the outside of the foundation, and they’re particularly concerning. Over time a pushed wall can lean or bow inward.

If you’ve found a horizontal crack

1. Photograph it with a tape measure for scale.
2. Mark both ends with a pencil and the date.
3. Look for bowing. Hold a straight edge against the wall or sight along it.
4. Send us the photos and call. We’ll arrange an assessment soon.
5. Don’t patch it.

Our photo assessment and on-site assessment are both free, so there’s no reason to wait and see.

How it’s repaired

Sealing alone won’t stop a wall that’s being pushed. Repair usually means:

• reinforcing or bracing the wall to stop movement,
• sealing the cracks once the wall is stable, and
• reducing water pressure with drainage and grading.

Where the wall has moved, a structural engineer’s assessment may be needed. See horizontal cracks and bowing walls.

Cost

Broader foundation repair in Canada typically runs $5,000 to $15,000. Your price depends on your wall.

Nearby

We also serve Leduc and Edmonton.