Types Of Basement Cracks and What To Do To Avoid Further Damage
                     Types Of Basement Cracks 
and What To Do To Avoid 
Further Damage
You can panic when you notice 
cracks in the basement of your 
house in Toronto. It is 
sometimes normal to have 
basement cracks; however, 
some cracks can let in water, 
moisture or dangerous gas. If 
you notice such, then it is wise 
not to waste time but call 
professionals to have the best 
concrete basement cracks 
repair in Toronto.
Let us know about a few types 
of basement cracks and what 
they should mean to you.
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Cracks with heaving
If you notice that the basement crack has a combination with heaving, 
this can be a cause of concern. When you see heaving, it is wise to 
understand that the soil underneath the basement is expanding. If you 
stay in an area with clay soil, you will notice heaving. As the soil becomes 
wet, it develops pressure to lift and even crack a concrete floor. If you see 
such a crack, it is wise to call a professional contractor to have the best 
possible concrete basement cracks repair Toronto. They have the 
experience and knowledge to assess the soil and concrete slab condition 
to recommend the perfect solution and undertake those.
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Cracks due to uneven surface
If there is a foundation settlement, there can be cracks in the concrete 
slab, and a part of the slab may sink into the depression. This results in an 
uneven surface, and one may trip while walking on such a floor. If you call 
a professional contractor, they will level the uneven part. They may use a 
high-density polyurethane compound to lift and stabilize the slab. They 
drill small holes into the slab and inject structural-grade polymer into the 
open space. As the polyurethane compound expands, it raises the slab 
and levels it.
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Water seeping from the joint between the wall and 
the floor
The area where the basement floor meets the walls is the place from where 
water can seep in. It is that during construction, the contractors internationally 
leave a gap between the wall and floor. If the water level rises, the saturated soil 
develops hydrostatic pressure to apply force to water to enter through the gap 
between the floor and wall.
It is wise not to try repairing such on your own. Instead, you need to call a 
professional, and they will apply a basement waterproofing system to release 
the hydrostatic pressure. However, they do not seal the gap as that can crack 
and not offer a solution to the problem.
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Not necessary to repair hairline cracks
There can be minute cracks on concrete slabs in the basement due to 
shrinkage when the concrete dries. You may notice that within a year after 
completion of the basement floor. If you see such cracks, it is unnecessary to 
repair them immediately. However, it is always wise to call a professional 
contractor to inspect the crack to determine the actual nature of the crack.
If you notice such cracks, do not waste time calling Accurate Construction Ltd. 
They have the expertise to ascertain the cause of the crack and undertake 
professional ways to rectify it. So, call them at 416 729 0787 to have an 
estimate.
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Contact Us
ACL Accurate Construction Ltd.
Address: 8949 Mississauga Road, Brampton, Ontario, L6Y 0C2, Canada
Phone: 416-729-0787
Website: basementcrackrepair.ca
Email: [email protected]
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