Another Crack fixed by Radonseal - DIY Foundation Hairline Crack Repair
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ต.ค. 2024
- Thinking to let the builder finish your basement? I'd wait to see what settling does to your foundation first.
This is my second crack in the foundation of my Ryan home since it was built in 2017. This one was leaking even worse than the first. I fixed the first one using Radonseal a year ago and it has held up since. No moisture coming in whatsoever. So naturally I went with the same brand for this second crack that actually leaked much more water than the first.
Here is a link to the product I used: www.radonseal.... (not sponsored)
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Well done in applying and in doing the video. I also drilled a hole where each port was placed( 1/8" ).
I ran just a little short of the sealant but it did expand to all ports and out the top of the foundation.
I still wonder if I should have used the Epoxy sealant instead of the Poly-sealant, just for the added strength it gives.
Prep-work is the hardest part.
Thanks for your comment. Ya, I agree, prepping is the hardest, but I guess it pays off. Too bad you rand out of sealant - should still hold though, right?
Thanks for explaining the removal of the foam top nozzle opener. Directions are GARBAGE for the most important step.
Glad it helped!
Hi, im thinking of using this product as i am seeing cracks in the basement wall and floor of this house we just purchased. Also after the radon mitigation system was installed, the guy told me that there are marks that its flooded before. My question is, do you have to wait for epoxy mixture to dry before pouring the water? (To make sure the water goes inside the walls and not leak out) Also, what is the water for?? Also, how is the wall you did on part 1 holding up? Does this product really give strength to the foundation?
Hi Rica. Yep, you need to wait for the epoxy to dry for the reason you mentioned. The water should run down from the top and out the ports below. That shows there is space for the foam to spread and you haven't closed off any part of the crack with epoxy. You want foam IN the crack, and epoxy OVER the crack - if that makes sense. It also shows any spots where you may have holes in the epoxy layer - you'll see the water come out those spots.
As for giving "strength" - I can't tell from a scientific standpoint, but it is holding up really well on both walls still. I remember watching someone use this (or a similar product) on This Old House and they mentioned that it's stronger than concrete. That's what I'm going off of.
It's pretty simple once you get to it. Just remember to put plenty of epoxy over the crack. Any holes will make it a bit more messy when it comes time to pump the foam. Slow easy pressure when pumping it in too. Just be patient with it.
Best of luck on your project!
How long did you let the adhesive dry?
It's been a few years since I did it, so I'm not sure, but I think I waited a couple hours (made dinner, washed up, came back and injected it). The instructions that come with it should specify though.
I let mine dry for 75 minutes before adding the water to each port. I too found a leak with the water, dried, reapply epoxy , and then waited another hour.
During injecting sealant, I got a couple more leaks and just continued.
Did you try to file a claim with foundation company? I recently built (NOT with Ryan) and have a warranty.
Well, I checked. Thank you for bringing it to my attention, because I didn't even think to file a claim for a hairline crack, but because this is the second one and this one actually allowed water to seep in and pool on the ground, I thought I'd give it a try. Unfortunately, the crack needed to be 3/8" wide for at least 12", vertically, in order for it to be covered by warranty. Ryan homes doesn't really care about doing what's right, as long as they are saving money.
hey, just looking for an update?
Hello. Still holding strong. Zero additional separation and zero moisture.
The company is telling me i don't need to drill....do you think that made a difference?
I just had 10 cracks repaired/sealed w/polyurethane injection. Not a cheap endeavor...but the company guarantees/warranties that those crack won't leak for as long as I own the home. Plus they offered & I bought a one-time transferrable warranty from them. Those were all exterior wall cracks susceptible to rainwater. I have 2 more cracks that I will tackle on my own located on the basement walls that are interior garage walls. Figure if I screw them up...no biggie because they're not susceptible to any water. Like your home, all my cracks were present from day one of construction. Poured walls are a scam, imo.
Geez, that sure is more cracks than I have, but yea, these poured walls just aren't holding up very well. The sealer has been working so far though. Hope yours don't leak either.
@@realryanhomes6858 Yep. My home was built in 1999...the cracks have always been there...they've never gotten any bigger & no wall shift. I just got around to fixing them because they're not structural & only half of them leak...not much but enough. I would like to sell the house in the next 5 yrs, so...I figured it was time. They poured the foundation in February...in NE Ohio.
Exactly. I live in Ohio too, so I know the struggle with the freezing and thawing. Mine was poured in 2016, and already 2 major cracks with leakage. Going to wait another couple years before we decide to finish the basement, hopefully any major cracks will have revealed themselves by then.
What was the cost to have 10 cracks repaired?
@@rondail5675 $500 per crack = $5000. Going on 3 years now & stiII no Ieaks.