What Causes Horizontal Cracks?
These common cracks are caused by excessive lateral earth pressure on block basements. Southeastern Wisconsin’s clay soil expands significantly when it gets wet, putting lateral pressure on the basement wall that can cause it to crack. The size of the crack is insignificant – the fact of the crack indicates the structure has failed and needs immediate attention.
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All horizontal cracks are serious enough that profession evaluation is warranted. By no means do all horizontal cracks require repair, but all horizontal cracking should be monitored for any movement over time.
Everyone at McCoy who worked on our home foundation repair operated with utmost integrity, precision, efficiency, and professionalism. In addition, their staff are skilled communicators, which helps the property owner understand the process and know what to watch out for in the future. If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of needing foundation work on your home or business, call McCoy. Special thanks to Bob, Bradd, Pablo, and Larry. Stay safe!
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