Foundation Cracks
What Do Foundation Cracks Mean?
If you do an inspection of the exterior of your home and find cracks in your foundation, you obviously would be concerned. All foundation cracks should be inspected by a professional foundation repair company to see if they are severe enough to need foundation repairs.
Understanding the Causes of Foundation Cracks
Foundation cracks often point to underlying issues beneath your home. Most foundation cracks develop because the soil beneath and around the structure shifts or loses stability. Common causes include:
- Moving or shifting soil that expands, contracts, or settles unevenly
- Soil pressure changes that create stress on foundation walls
- Moisture fluctuations that cause soil to swell when wet and shrink when dry
- Uneven settling that leads to structural stress throughout the home
- Long-term foundation movement, which can worsen cracks over time
These issues can lead to additional symptoms such as sticking windows and doors, wall cracks, uneven floors, bowing walls, leaning chimneys, and overall structural instability. The longer foundation problems continue, the more costly— and hazardous—they can become.
In order to keep your home in top condition, contact one of the experts here at Matthews Wall Anchor & Waterproofing Services to assess your situation and provide you with a free estimate. We are more than happy to give you the best foundation cracks solutions. Contact us for a free estimate today.
Solutions for Foundation Cracks
Foundation Underpinning to Stabilize and Lift the Structure
Foundation cracks often stem from shifting or unstable soil beneath your home. Matthews Wall Anchor & Waterproofing Services installs ECP helical piers and push piers to stabilize the foundation, prevent further movement, and help close or reduce existing cracks. Underpinning solutions help:
- Support settled sections of the foundation
- Lift the structure toward its original position
- Prevent continued cracking and interior damage
- Provide long-term structural stability using engineered ECP systems
Wall Anchors for Lateral Movement
Some foundation cracks are caused by lateral soil pressure pushing against the foundation walls. Matthews Wall Anchor installs wall anchors to stabilize and straighten cracked, bowing, or leaning walls. These systems:
- Counteract pressure from expanding soil
- Reinforce and stabilize cracked walls
- Prevent further inward movement
- Restore strength to damaged foundation sections
Carbon Fiber Reinforcement for Crack Stabilization
For certain types of foundation and wall cracks, carbon fiber repair provides a strong, low-profile reinforcement. This method strengthens the cracked area and prevents further spreading—all without major excavation or structural disruption. Carbon fiber reinforcement:
- Permanently stabilizes cracks
- Works well for interior wall reinforcement
- Blends easily into finished or unfinished basements
- Provides clean, fast installation
Professional Foundation Assessment
Foundation cracks can indicate soil instability, settlement, or structural movement. Matthews Wall Anchor conducts a full foundation inspection to identify the root cause and recommend the most effective repair. Our evaluation identifies:
- Settlement patterns beneath the home
- Lateral wall movement or bowing
- Soil-related causes such as moisture swings
- Areas needing structural reinforcement or underpinning
Related Services
Foundation Repair
Moisture problems in a crawl space can signal deeper foundation issues such as settlement, sagging floors, or wall movement. Matthews Wall Anchor & Waterproofing Services provides professional foundation stabilization using helical piers, push piers, wall anchors, and structural supports to protect your home from long-term damage.
Crawl Space Repair
From sagging floors and rotted joists to failing support posts and moisture-damaged structures, our crawl space repair solutions address the underlying problems that contribute to mold growth. We reinforce, stabilize, and restore your crawl space to ensure structural integrity and a healthier environment throughout your home.
Waterproofing Solutions
Excess moisture is the root cause of most crawl space mold and mildew. Our interior and exterior waterproofing systems, sump pumps, drainage solutions, and vapor barriers work together to redirect water away from your home, reduce humidity, and create a dry, healthy environment under your house.
Hydroblox Residential Drainage Systems
Hydroblox panels provide high-efficiency drainage without the clogging issues of traditional pipe systems. Installed around crawl spaces or problem moisture areas, Hydroblox moves water quickly and consistently—helping keep your crawl space dry and preventing mold and mildew from returning.
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