How to Fix Cracks in Your Basement Floor to Prevent Flooding and Moisture
Nearly every single basement that has a crack in the floor or wall is because of water that is coming in. Water is an unstoppable force that only needs a very small hole to begin entering your basement. That small hole eventually becomes a major crack. Think about the Grand Canyon…it started with a stream of water many years ago. If you don’t address the crack in your basement floor then sooner or later you will have standing water in your basement.
Another danger sign in your basement is the presence of a damp floor (no actual standing water). A damp floor simply means that water is beginning to seep in through tiny pores in the concrete. This water is putting extreme pressure on the foundation floor of your basement and will eventually erode the concrete. If you are experiencing dampness or standing water you should immediately seek expert foundation repair. This condition will not go away and WILL get worse in short order.
If you are having an issue with cracks and moisture in your basement, this is something that definitely needs some attention. This is one of those situations that only gets worse with time. The cracks tend to get large and the moisture gets worse. These leads to a musty odor and buildup of mildew. Eventually, this can lead to rotting floor joists and/or supporting beams. With the environment along the Gulf Coast (frequent rainfall and extreme humidity) it is imperative that you keep your basement dry. You don’t have to live with this problem. It can be corrected. We have helped a number of homeowners in the Mobile Alabama area with this same problem. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to use your basement again? Give us a call today to schedule a free foundation inspection. Let us take a look to determine the amount of damage. It may be an easily correctable situation, but if you delay it may become much worse quickly.
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