Repair Services for Wall Cracks & Pipe Penetrations Available Near Post Falls, Coeur d'Alene, and Spokane
Guaranteed & Warrantied Repairs for Leaking Wall Cracks & Pipe Penetrations
Frequently encountered in homes across Idaho and Washington, small cracks in foundation walls are typically an outcome of concrete’s natural curing process and pose minimal threat to the foundation’s integrity.
Nevertheless, even minor cracks can escalate into significant issues if they permit groundwater infiltration into your basement or crawl space.
For a complimentary quote on our warrantied crack repair system, feel free to reach out to us via phone or email today!
Seal Wall Cracks. Repairing and sealing wall cracks will prevent future leaks.
Installing the FlexiSpan® Wall System involves several key steps:
Premier Basement Systems recommends the FlexiSpan® Foundation Crack Repair System for addressing leaking wall cracks. This patented, warrantied repair offers a permanent solution. Here are the five steps we follow to repair a flooding or leaky wall crack:
If you're waterproofing your basement with WaterGuard® or another interior drainage system, FlexiSpan® can be seamlessly integrated to channel any potential leaks to your sump pump. Alternatively, if no interior drainage system is present, a compact dry well, typically 5-10 gallons in size, is established at the crack's base.
Our process begins with applying a high-viscosity polyurethane polymer to seal the crack. This material penetrates deeply into the cracks, forming a resilient and flexible seal.
To ensure a comprehensive repair, we incorporate a secondary layer of drainage on the basement wall in the event of any rare failure of the polyurethane polymer seal. This secondary drainage system effectively redirects water to your basement drainage system or dry well, ensuring that even in the unlikely event of seal failure, approximately 95% of water intrusion is prevented.
For a polished finish and aesthetic appeal, we top off the sealed wall crack with a layer of polyurethane sealant. This light gray sealant not only enhances the repair but also provides a professional and seamless appearance to your foundation walls.
Once the wall crack repair is complete, we meticulously restore the concrete floor to a flush condition, ensuring there are no gaps or openings. Our commitment to cleanliness means that we leave the work area tidy and organized.
The culmination of the FlexiSpan® installation is a basement wall crack repair that not only looks professional but also performs exceptionally well. Each repair is accompanied by a written warranty, providing you with peace of mind and assurance of the quality of our workmanship.
Choosing FlexiSpan® Instead of Injection:
Unlike hydraulic cements and certain epoxies, the specialized polyurethane polymer sealant employed in FlexiSpan® remains resilient over time, resisting drying out or re-cracking caused by the natural movement of foundation walls.
Moreover, hydraulic cements, epoxies, and even urethane injections lack the flexibility to adapt to the shifting of your foundation. When concrete walls undergo slight expansions and contractions due to freeze/thaw and wet/dry cycles, these materials’ bonds can weaken, resulting in re-cracking or the development of new cracks further along the wall. This susceptibility to failure leads to renewed leaking over time.
While addressing leaking wall cracks is crucial before finishing your basement, it’s equally important to protect your finished basement walls from water vapor that permeates through concrete.
To combat this moisture, consider installing a vapor barrier on the basement walls before proceeding with finishing. Many of our vapor barrier systems offer dual functionality, serving as insulation or enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your basement space.
With the FlexiSpan® System, the bond remains intact despite any movement in the wall, ensuring a permanent seal for the crack—backed by warranty! This reliability allows you to confidently utilize your basement as dry, functional space, or prepare it for transformation into a new living area.
Rigid foam insulation is best for basement and crawl space walls
Foam Insulation From Dr. Energy Saver – New life for old walls.
Injection foam has the perfect consistency to flow into wall cavities. It can stop uncomfortable drafts due to air leakage, making the home’s building shell much more energy efficient.
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Most existing wood-frame walls will either have no insulation installed in wall cavities (between studs) or fiberglass insulation that isn’t performing well. In either case, energy efficiency and comfort can be dramatically improved by filling wall cavities with injection foam, a special kind of spray foam designed specifically for use in building cavities. This water-based foam insulation has the consistency of shaving cream when it’s injected into walls through access holes. It flows around obstacles and existing insulation, filling gaps completely to seal air leaks and provide more complete insulation coverage. It hardens after a few minutes and will not settle, shift or compress like fiberglass insulation.
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