Out of sight, out of mind, right? We understand! So often homeowners may be aware of a problem (such as horizontal cracks in their basement walls), but don’t take action until the problem starts to affect them. The problematic foundation may be hidden behind stored items, paneling or drywall.
These homeowners noticed a horizontal crack in their Kent County home slowly appear over time. Very much like many homeowners, they didn’t feel the need to take action until they noticed other symptoms which were the result of the cracks, such as:
Difficult or hard to open doors and windows and/or visible misalignment
Sloping or bouncy feeling floors
Cracks in floor tiles or drywall
We’re so pleased these homeowners reached out to us, as horizontal cracks are often the most serious of all foundation cracks, and can result in total structural failure!
If you’re curious if the cracks in your foundation may be serious or if you’re starting to notice signs of foundation problems, we’d be pleased to arrange for a complimentary inspection and estimate for repair: please reach out to us at: 1-866-277-1277 or click here to submit your information to us online.
Hidden cracks?
It's easy to miss cracks hiding behind stored items - especially when they appear slowly over time.
Stabilizing the wall
Steel I-beams are secured to the joists above the wall with heavy-duty steel brackets. This system does not require any exterior excavation and can be installed within just a couple of days.