Foundation Crack Repair Cost Factors

One frequently encountered symptom of a foundation in need of repair is foundation cracks. While all concrete foundations will develop harmless shrinkage cracks over time, certain cracks indicate a larger structural problem. Common warning signs that the cracks in your foundation are cause for concern include:

Cracks that exceed ¼ inch in width
Horizontal cracks
Vertical stair step cracks
Cracks that are wider at the top than at the bottom.

If you have noticed any of these types of cracks in your foundation, you should contact a professional immediately to discuss options for preventing further damage to your home. When it comes to repairing cracks in your foundation, there are a variety of methods that can be used. We offer two foundation crack repair injection systems: urethane and epoxy. Both urethane and epoxy injections are flexible, strong, and prevent further deterioration from occurring in your foundation. In addition, we can also use woven carbon fiber to increase the strength and effectiveness of our injection systems. While injection systems for foundation crack repair are economical solutions, there are many potential factors that can contribute to the cost of your individual repair, including digging, clogged footing, and clearing the digging area.

Digging Costs

One potential factor in the cost of your foundation crack repair is digging. In contrast to basement wall crack repair, which takes place inside your basement, foundation crack repair takes place in the exterior of your home. This means it is necessary to dig a hole to access your foundation walls. Depending upon where the crack is located, we may be able to access it through hand digging. However, if the crack is difficult to reach, we may have to utilize an excavator to dig in the area. This is a more invasive process, and it can also increase the cost of your foundation crack repair because it requires digging up a larger area.

Clogged Footing

Another potential factor that can increase the cost of your foundation crack repair is clogged footing. When clogged footing is an issue, a blockage in your foundation drainage system causes water to flow back toward the foundation. This excess water can lead to serious damage and even cause flooding in your basement. In order to solve this problem, the entire foundation wall will have to be exposed to locate the leak. Again, this is a much more invasive procedure that involves digging up the exterior of your home to repair the foundation crack.

Clearing the Digging Area

Finally, depending upon the area in which we need to dig to locate the foundation crack, outside factors can also contribute to the cost of the repair. We may need to clear the digging area, which can involve foliage removal and fence removal. If trees, fencing, or other objects in the exterior of your home lie within the necessary digging area, they will have to be removed before we can proceed. This can also raise the cost of your foundation repair because it is a more invasive process. To learn more about the potential cost of foundation crack repair, contact Intech Anchoring today at 800-223-7015.