Crumbling Basement Walls and other Common Foundation issues
Your home often sends clear signs when its foundation is failing. Crumbling, cracked or buckling walls is a clear sign of stress in your home’s foundation and support system. Basements in the Pacific Northwest often have cracked and crumbling basement walls and floors.
Not all signs are symptoms of serious damage, but these signs are strong signals that it is time for a professional evaluation:
- Leaking from your basement walls
- Spelling and rust-colored cracks indicating corroding rebar
- Efflorescence on concrete or cinder block walls
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Foundation Repair Homeowner Questions
Are cracks in a basement floor normal?
Cracks in concrete are common. However, cracks are symptoms of potentially larger issues. The size, placement, and direction of cracks in your basement floor or walls can give insghts into the nature of the issue. Schedule your free in-home inspection with TerraFirma to learn more.
When should I worry about cracks in my basement floor?
You should be concerned about foundation cracks if the cracks in your basement floor are wider than 1/8 inch, spread to and up the foundation walls, appear in a circular pattern, are wet or show signs of water intrusion, have mold around them, have a white flaky substance around them
Are foundation repairs covered by homeowner’s insurance?
Insuance policies vary from home to home and company to company. The best action is always to speak with your insurance company to understand what is covered under your specific policy. Generally, home owners insurance will cover repairs if the damage can be tied back to an event e.g. leaky water heater, tree fell on house etc.
Does foundation repair affect/increase home value?
Yes. A damaged foundation can cause significant loss in property value, as well as potentially scaring off interested buyers. Repairing a damaged foundation helps restore the lost value in a home, and can even increase value when the repairs carry a transferable and long term warranty.
How long does foundation repair take?
Scope, size, and type of repair can vary, as will the amount of time a repair can take. However, most repairs can be made within a few days.