Step-By-Step Guide to Fix Foundation Cracks Witnessing foundation cracks is one of the inevitable things the property owners need to face. But you cannot just overlook these problems, you need to do something to fix it. So, unless you are okay calling the professionals to help you out from such tricky situations, DIY is your solution. So, here is a step-by-step guide for you to fix the foundation cracks. Inspect the Crack The first step you need to start with is inspecting the crack. Check whether it is dry or not before you even start the procedure to seal it up. If the crack holds moisture, make sure that you wait till the crack naturally dries up. Once it is dry, clean the surface of any loose concrete or paint using a wire brush. Block Ports for Injections The next step is to put nails in the crack to hold it wider so that you can use the sealant in the gap. Tap those nails nearly 12 inches away from each other to keep the gap constant. This will help you in aligning and completing the foundation crack repair smoothly. Mix Epoxy Sealer Now is the time that you mix the sealants together. Make sure that you do not mix the components before the inspection phase as keeping them unused for a long time can lose their adhesive properties. Remember to follow the instructions of mixing the epoxy sealer with the help of a clean knife and scraper. Apply Sealer Fill the gap with an epoxy injection sealer with the help of the nails we used earlier. Once you are done with it, spread the remaining sealant over the crack surface on the foundation wall. This should completely fill any remaining gaps in the crack. If you are not sure how to proceed with the procedure, you can call up the foundation crack repair Toronto services to help you.
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