Basement wall issues come in all shapes and sizes. That being said, the cause is usually pressure on the wall coming from groundwater in the soil surrounding the home’s foundation. Precipitation and temperature changes cause water in the soil to swell which, over time, can exert enough pressure on the wall to cause cracks. Other causes of basement wall cracks include creeping tree roots, shifting in the soil surrounding the foundation, less-than-ideal building materials, and wearing down of the wall over time.

In almost all cases, cracked or buckled foundation walls can be repaired. The right solution depends on the scale of the damage: small cracks might just require filling and patching, while larger ones may need to be fixed through excavation of the exterior of the foundation and installation of steel beams to reinforce the wall. When the damage is extensive, the right solution may be to remove and replace the wall entirely. No matter what your basement requires, the pros at AccuLevel can find the right solution.

While some foundation issues can be fixed entirely from the inside of a basement or crawlspace, other issues (often the more serious ones) require access to both the interior and exterior of the foundation wall. In these cases, the foundation repair expert will need to perform an excavation, or removal of dirt surrounding the exterior of the foundation wall. This allows them access to perform solutions such as exterior waterproofing and steel beam installation. Excavation is a big undertaking and, if performed incorrectly, can jeopardize the structural integrity of the entire home, particularly when a basement is in bad shape. So you will always want to hire an experienced foundation repair team to address serious foundation issues.

Unfortunately, no foundation issue has ever fixed itself. Even the smallest cracks or holes in your basement wall allow moisture to seep in, which can cause a whole host of structural problems and be hazardous to your family’s health. Ignoring a foundation problem also means the eventual solution (and you will need to address it eventually) will be even more expensive and invasive than if you address the issue right away. If you’ve started to notice signs of basement moisture or cracks in your foundation, call AccuLevel today.

If you have experienced a basement flood with standing water on the ground, cut power to the basement and get out of there. Then, call AccuLevel. If your water issue is minor - say, leakage, minor pooling, or condensation - calling AccuLevel to come take a look should be your first step. We have innovative solutions to all types of foundation issues and will work closely with you to find the right fix for your specific situation. Waterproofing is not one-size-fits-all, and no home’s foundation is exactly the same. So you need a foundation repair expert who will find the right solution rather than the easy one to ensure your basement gets and stays sound and dry once again.

The answer is simple: because we put our customer’s needs first. Over many years of providing expert service to families across greater Louisville, we have learned everything there is to know about foundation repair and basement waterproofing. The foundation is critical to the health of your entire home, and you should trust no one but the best. At AccuLevel of Louisville, the best service at a good value is exactly what you can expect.