Not every crack is a problem
Thin hairline cracks from concrete curing are common. Width, direction, and whether a crack is changing matter more than the fact that it exists.
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A crack that's getting wider, doors that suddenly stick, or a floor that's started to slope. Tell us what you've noticed and we'll help you reach independent foundation specialists who serve your area.
What have you noticed?
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Track what you're seeing
Movement is usually slow, but a crack that's growing is worth evaluating early, while repairs are often simpler.
Have it evaluated soon if
- Cracks are wider than about a quarter inch or getting wider
- Basement walls are bowing or leaning
- Cracks are stair-stepping through block or brick
- Floors have noticeably sloped over a short time
If there's fire, a gas smell or any risk to someone's safety, leave and call 911.
- Photograph cracks with a coin or ruler for scale, and date the photos.
- Mark the ends of a crack with a pencil so you can see if it grows.
- Note which doors or windows stick, and whether it changes with the seasons.
- Check that gutters and downspouts carry water away from the house.
Before you hire.
Every provider is an independent business. A little context helps you compare estimates and choose with confidence.
Water is often involved
Poor drainage and soil moisture changes are frequent contributors to foundation movement. Many repairs include drainage improvements.
Questions worth asking a pro
- What do you think is causing the movement?
- What repair method do you recommend, and why that one?
- Should a structural engineer evaluate this first?
- Is there a transferable warranty on the repair?
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Should I call a structural engineer or a foundation company?
An independent structural engineer can assess the cause and recommend a repair without selling one. Many homeowners start there for larger concerns, then get estimates from repair companies.
What affects the cost of foundation repair?
It depends on what's wrong, how big the job is, access, materials and local rates. Independent pros set their own prices, so ask for a written estimate — and what could change it — before work starts.
How quickly can someone come out?
It depends on your area, the time of day and how busy local pros are. Say that it's urgent when a pro contacts you, and follow the safety steps on this page in the meantime.
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