The Problem
Causes of Basement Cracks and Leaks
Floor Seepage
New York and Connecticut weather is often
severe, and it can take quite a toll on your home, especially by
causing leaks and cracks in your foundation. The weakest part of
your foundation is where the wall and floor meet. The walls are
installed over what is known as the footer before the floor is
poured, causing cold seams where the concrete has voids. The
floor also shrinks when it cures, causing gaps between these
separate parts. The force of ground water is strong enough that
it can seep in through these spaces, oftentimes resulting in
serious flooding.
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Wall Seepage
When water seeps down into the ground, either
through the soil or out a downspout, the first part of your home
that it comes in contact with is your foundation walls. Existing
waterproofing membranes break down over time, making your home
susceptible to seepage. Concrete is a very porous material and
is capable of absorbing large amounts of water. When put in
contact with water for an extended period of time, it will lose
its structural strength.
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Cracks
Whether they are on the wall or the floor,
basement cracks pose a serious structural threat to your
home. Cracks, even those from the normal settling of the
foundation, indicate that water is flowing under your foundation
and eroding the soil around your home.
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Efflorescence
This white powdery substance results from a
chemical unfolding of the foundation. In places where the
efflorescence occurs, the wall actually begins to flake
away. This is most noticeable where the walls have been painted.
In these places, the paint will peel or flake away from the
wall, exposing the foundation damage.
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