Over time, foundations and walls tend to develop cracks. The important thing is to determine whether those cracks found in the bricks of your home are serious and require immediate attention. Vertical cracks that stem from the ground up are typically considered the most serious and indicate the soil underneath the home may have shifted significantly. When a home shifts, it causes uneven floors. Sometimes cabinets and doors become difficult to close completely. These signs are major red flags.
Non-serious cracks are smaller cracks that stay within just a few bricks and don’t spread all the way down to the soil. Mortar around the bricks that show signs of cracking are not usually considered a serious problem.
Horizontal cracks are caused by the soil under your home pushing against the home’s foundation. The result of this action is occasionally seen in bowed walls, which can be repaired at the same time as the cracks.
Stair-step cracks are an indication that a house is settling unevenly, usually from unstable soil. This is a potentially serious problem because if left un-repaired, stair-step cracks can cause drywall inside the home to also crack, which can mean significant and often costly repairs.
If you have discovered cracks in your home, it’s important to act quickly before more damage results. The professionals at Intech Anchoring offer the following solutions:
Your home is a significant investment. To protect that investment, it is important to call a company that can provide superior customer service, ensuring your repairs are implemented correctly the first time. Intech Anchoring has built a reputation of excellence within the industry, and our knowledgable staff offers professional-grade products.
Some homeowners might be tempted to seal a crack temporarily themselves, but it is important to remember that temporary fixes can lead to potential problems down the road. To eliminate worry and ensure your home is protected from damage, let the professionals at Intech Anchoring determine if the cracks you see may lead to serious problems. Repairing your home right the first time can make all the difference.
At Intech Anchoring, we not only guarantee our work, we offer a transferable warranty. One phone call to Intech Anchoring Systems is all it will take to make worrisome foundation problems go away – permanently. Contact Intech Anchoring Systems at 800-223-7015 for a free quote and consultation.
Tim is the President of Intech Anchoring and has 25 years of experience in the Civil Engineering and Geostructural Industry. Tim has developed extensive industry knowledge by working to support the needs of specialty contractors at each and every business level. Tim’s diverse industry background has given him exposure to a wide variety civil construction projects, ranging from the simplest residential applications to the most complex commercial and industrial projects. Coupled with a highly skilled and educated team, Tim focuses on providing the highest quality products and solutions to Intech Anchoring’s customers in order to consistently exceed expectations.