How to Repair a Large Basement Wall Crack | Stop a Leaking Wall Permanently
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- In this video, we will show you, step-by-step, how we repair a large basement wall crack. This wall crack runs from ceiling to floor and leaks anytime there is a downpour of rain. Superficial repairs or even a patch job (we have to remove one in this video) are not enough for a crack of this size. We have a permanent solution to make sure it doesn't happen again.
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that "patch" job is exactly what some company is trying to sell me. unreal. thank you for the video
Well done! I thought I was going to have to dig a hole outside because the crack goes all the way though. It's a slab in the house but my attached garage is half way underground on one side and that is where the crack is. Thank you so much for this video! There isn't much of a load on the wall so, I am contemplating on the material you use (super slurry) or maybe epoxy injections. I guess I will make up my mind by this weekend. I'm leaning toward the super slurry.
I've been in construction for 35 years. This guy knows his business!
Quite good and well explained video. Thank you, Maurice
Great vid. I wish I could hire you in west Asia.
Look at all that efflorescence along the top of the wall 😱
Informative video thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
@AmericanDryBasementSystems what materials (I.e epoxy and grout slurry) are you using and is that a standard grease gun?
i like how painting on the slurring is a job that makes it look like you are pretending to work lol
Hey hey just saw this video for the first time. Do you happen to know of companies that do this technique in the state of MN?
The guy that's doing the work is like "What am i getting myself into". "I'm supposed to be trading at home. Oh boy, i guess i have to keep my cool infront of camera."
It appears you are also installing a french drain. If that is so, why are you installing a french drain if this crack-fix will stop the leak?
That was the most professional way I've ever heard somebody say that the guy before had no fuckin clue what he was tslking about or doing. Furthermore, that they should stoo what theyre doing and quit while theyre ahead.
Do you know of a good company in Eastern PA that you would recommend for similar service ?
Give American Waterproofers a look. (717) 938-2272
Does anyone know equivalent products to use in Europe?
I know someone already kind of touched on this, but what would your plan of attack be for permanently repairing cracks in hollow foundation block style houses?
Place rebar in the hollow core of the block wall near the crack and fill with cement. Afterward, repair and seal the crack.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems I just had my full block wall core filled with rebar and cement a few weeks ago. What is the best way to fill in the cracks that run along the joints so then I can repaint the wall? What type of paint can go on top of previously painted block wall? I do not know what was put on the wall 20+ years ago, but there is no peeling or flaking.
@@bigbarkingdog2943 Cores must be straightened with rebar or carbon fiber rods and filled with cement before proceeding with our crack repair approach. If the paint is looking good after 20 years, most likely waterproof and cannot be painted over. You must strip to repaint or just paint over the repaired area.
Are there products on the market that work the same as the super slurry and also the superCrete?!!
No.
I've got a problem with my Basement water keeps on coming in and when you touch the basement wall you can feel the water spraying on you at certain times but I have more issues with the sump pump and water is everywheres so what should I do?
Hire a waterproofing to inspect your basement. You don't want this problem to get worse.
Looks like a lot of phosphorescence on the upper section of the wall.
Not phosphorescence. More like efflorescence.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems that’s the word I was looking for Thank you
I know who your talking about. Larry janesky that guy is a joke! Actually met him and I also installed his systems for a few years working for different companies. Glad to say I own my own waterproofing business and do NOTHING like that.
The larger problem is the efflorescence on that wall. That needs to be sorted as to why. Could be failed weeping tile or sprinkler against the house. That can should also be treated with a sodium silicate product.
Even the crack its self could have been surfaced ground lightly and then injected. No need for the other work.
At least your crack wont leak! I can’t believe a person did that previous repair. They should be ashamed of them selves for being so dumb.
The subfloor drainage is 100% necessary. We want to prevent new cracks from forming on another part of the wall. You have to relieve the hydrostatic pressure on the outside walls. This is the most affordable way to do it and get it right.
The guy that wrote the book doesn’t know how to waterproof a basement
His book is like a diet book that does not allow you to lose weight. It says a lot of things that sound right, but it does not work in real world situations.
Thank you. I have been researching and getting estimates for years. This is the first crack waterproofing video that made complete sense. I believe I know the "patchwork" company. They wanted to do a similar service here. It never made sense to me to cover the wall and allow the water to drip down into the sump pump. My thinking has always been why not prevent the water in the first place? I wish you were in Maryland. I could really use your expertise.
Yes I currently have someone that wants to do the same thing drill a hole let the water drain out so the wall can dry and then put the concrete over the wall and then put sealer over it but I said isn’t there pressure behind that wall I’m in Maryland also
I apologize Siri flip my words it sounds like I have no education
@@konaparham9202 If it's an underground basement wall you have to seal the crack throughout the thickness of the wall. Due to the groundwater level there allways will be water pressure and water will find the easiest way and will end up in your basement if the crack isn't repaired well.
This is a job for a professional. I life in a country that's for 2/3rd's under sea level. We depend on having our concrete foundations beeing poored by serious crews.
Waterproofing a leaking basement isn't cheap so best to have it done well the first time.
Does randomly came up on my TH-cam short feed and I got to say this is a great video
A really effective cement wall crack and leak repair and we'll demonstrated. Would this be the extent of the repair or will you also address strengthening the rest of the basement walls from cracking an the exterior issue also? If the section you repaired is strengthened and waterproofed, it could be reasoned that the water that caused that damage would travel elsewhere along the wall to do similar damage? Or do you call it repaired and wait and see? Thx for the videos. Definitely demonstrates your desire to do it right and pride in your work.
As a home inspector, I can say this man knows what he's talking about. As a fan, I can say Iove how he shits on his competitors!
Thank you for the detailed explanation!
Great information guys! Thanks!!
Definitely a better solution than what was there. The first repair was a total hack. It's always best to remove rot and/or compromised materials and install/apply an appropriate material. This is, in my opinion, an acceptable fix for this problem. However, the cause of basement problems most often originate from the outside due to poor drainage, so that will likely need to be remedied. Good job though from the inside!
Awesome video. I’m looking at a home I want to buy with a crack like that . I now have confidence it can be fixed
How much would this be to do in the same situation?
This video freaking rocks. Love to see good work on TH-cam baby
Great video. As a waterproofer in the Midwest, I might have to try and find a similar system. I'm not a huge fan of the one we have now, but it seems to be the most popular in the industry. Your guy there REALLY looked like he was enjoying being in the video too!
He is camera shy. 😀
were you able to find similar products that are on the market?!
Can you please tell me where I can buy grease fittings and hydro active gel
Saw the video, after you remove some of the concrete in the crack, do u pump in the hydro gel before you seal the crack up? What’s the order ?
Looks like they back-filled the crack with their slurry and then pumped the hydro-gel.
He most likely injected the crack prior to the slurry application. If he did it after the slurry the pressure from the injection might blow out the mud.
Incredible how contractor do a half of a job..
My basement wall that is partially exposed on the outside has a vertical crack, and water leaks in when it rains. What's the best way to fix? Or do you service NH area?
We don't serve in NH. I'm more worried about the crack. Fix the leaking afterward. If the vertical crack is no wider than one inch, you must stop it before it gets wider and bows inward with carbon fiber straps.
Thanks Dude! We owe you a beer!
I'm a building contractor from Belgium. 1 question. When you inject the hydrogel, isn't it necessary to have waterinfiltration at that moment you inject to have a reaction (water and injection material) ? Thanks! Good job !
The crack must be dry during installation. When it rains water will enter concrete pores and hit embedded hydrogel. The hydrogel will activate and grow every time moisture touches it. This goes on for months.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems, Thanks for answer. Its different then here in Belgium. But the result should be the same, dry basement and happy client.👍🏻
Dang only if you was in Dallas Texas
i would first manage the water outside if you havnt already
In almost all cases. The homeowners have already attempted a mitigation from the outside with no good result. We always check the outside for any unusual perimeter problems, grade, window wells, outside drains, downspouts, or surface runoffs. Sometimes the problem runs deeper.
I have a crack from top to bottom like that, and I was sucking the water up with a shop vacuum. I was dumping as many as 4 gallons of water every 15 minutes for a couple hours, and as few as 4 gallons every 6 hours for days .
Great job. Thanks for sharing lots of information.
Glad it was helpful!
The "Slurry" chemical sealant you mentioned, is there any reason why the outside of basement walls are not coated with this at the time of new construction?
I have a crack in a basement a couple of them were the walls are separating from each other 2 inch cracks ones out farther than the other crack. Does that make sense? How can I fix it? Can I get your product? Will that work?
do you have a part that deals with foundation coming in 2 inchs and how to remdey that ,I understand ever crack is diffrent lol sorry I said crack, still would be use full say a 1935s foundation repir with a oak tree out side about 4 feet away
Can i cover the whole basement wall with slurry? Hope it’s not a dumb question. Thank you.
What is this product you are calling (super slurry)? And where can it be purchased??
As a construction professional myself where can I buy these products to do similar repairs myself?
I currently have a leak in my wall my outside PVC pipe was laying on the ground during the heavy hurricane storm and damage anything that was in front of the wall with the water it’s hairline cracks but it’s in the middle of the wall to the floor someone wants to do patchwork should they do that yes or no without drilling the wall they just want to put Concrete over and then seal it
I am looking for smaller cracks to fill. But same concept work ? And can I buy n do the project myself? Thanks
Is it possible that i use the sealing solution that used to seal internal pvc pipe leakage in this application?
That sealing solution is more like a watery substance that sips through pvc crack into the crevices of concrete and dries up after some time
Awesome video. I need help with my basement. Do you know anyone here or do you do any work in NJ? I have similar problem as this video.
I'm no genius, but I know a patch is not the answer🙄😳. Whatever happened to the slogan, "Quality is job one?"
Someone did this repair on the house we just bought. It leaks. Been told this hydro gel weakens the wall overtime. As he said, it will break somewhere else. Once you start, it doesn’t stop.
First and foremost if the crack (without repair) leaks and you notice efflorescence along the wall, then you have hydrostatic pressure. You need to stop the water from building up pressure against that wall by using a drainage system. Afterward, the crack can be repaired. If the job is done correctly, then you should not have any more problems.
Hydro gel will not weaken the wall whatsoever. That is actually considered and engineered repair. Good work!
Can you do my basement for free and write it off on your taxes?😭😭😭😭😭
so why not use that bonding in the actual concrete pour when building the foundation?
This video is very helpful. Would you apply the same technique for a large horizontal basement wall crack with a bit of bowed wall? or would you recommend using steel plates to secure the foundation?
It the bow is very subtle. Then carbon fiber straps are the perfect choice before the wall moves any more. I would not use a crack injection.
Where can I find the materials in this method to fix a similar crack. Ty
I wish you can come to Staten island NYC.
Sir, how best can I fix my cracked wall (not basement) without using grease fitting and gel and slurry? Additionally, in this video, did you remove the grease fitting after pumping the gel in?
You can use something like DryLok Fast Plug, but it may not work or would be temporary until you get the wall fixed correctly. The fittings remain in wall. Just like rebar.
Do the grease fittings stay in the wall? Or are they removed?
Can this method be used for a floor in an apartment above yours in the Caribbean and be just as effective? Thanks
If you mean 2nd-floor apartment with "above yours" then, no. The apartment must be on the ground floor and sharing a part of the building's foundation.
I've seen those "patches" in our basement and I always wondered what they were. Well, with a current foundation leak in the wall, now I know, and now I know how to fix it lol Thanks for this video, seriously. Now the only cost is some materials, a rented hammer drill, and some time.
Those patches are so unreliable. Good luck with your crack repair.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems Thanks! By the way, do you have a source for those grease pins/anchors you're putting in the wall? I'm not sure what to call them to search for them. I know the tips are Zerk fittings but I'm not sure about the actual anchor.
@@CursedLemon They are called mechanical packers. You can't get the ones we have... they come from a private commercial distributor that sells in bulk. Yet, you will find other brands online. They are not cheap and they stay in the crack after you are finished.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems Thanks guys, seriously appreciate you.
Very informative and professional! Thank you
What if you have an older foundation with hollow concrete blocks? Would a tile drain system be the solution?
Absolutely.
How well does that work for horizontal cracks
Good job
I think I would use a good drainage system exterior then membrane gel the blue one an all cracks will be fixed exterior not interior!
That’s only way things are safe for home owners all water comes from out not inside
Hey can I have tools here in Canada too to do that? I own construction company
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Hi, I have a question about swimming pool wall reparations, it cracked, can I use this technic to fix it ?
I would also use Inox clamps to make that part better connected.
I don't see anything wrong with that as long as you apply a finish to seal from the elements and being submerged. Adress the root cause for the crack and remedy or reinforce before applying the seal.
Can you refer anyone in Logan Utah?
Hello! Could you give an example of a product similar to the slurry you use in this video? Thank you!
Nothing like it out there. We mix our specifically for either block, poured concrete, or lime mortar in stone walls. You can concoct your own brew by searching for crystalline concrete.
Excellent this is just what I needs to repair my basement, Do you have someone in Lansing MI do the same as you do?
No, sorry
Can this method be done on a block wall?
Not exactly. The approach is somewhat different. It involves rebar and filling the block cores with a concrete mix. We will show how we do it in a future video.
What did you do with the floor once you removed “their drainage fix”? Just patch back in with concrete?
We installed a subfloor drainage system below the crack and around the entire perimeter of the basement. Here is video that shows a bit of what we did in the same basement. th-cam.com/video/uzaVb2bXR8Y/w-d-xo.html
Great video things need to be done right
Always!
Do you guys sell the product if a customer wants to do the project their self
No.
How do I find someone in my area near Atlanta that will repair a crack this way instead of installing something with weep holes? Also, is this repair something you would suggest trying on my own or do I need a professional? It doesn't seem like the products you use (super slury, etc.) are available.
Ask if the waterproofing company if they inject epoxy and seal with a watertight concrete mixture. Unfortunately, they will not have the option of getting our proprietary concrete mixture. Don't count weep holes or drainage out. The reason you may have the crack could be caused by lateral hydrostatic pressure. You have to stop that first, or you will get another crack. Only an inspection can uncover if that's the cause. Its a matter of trusting the contractor. Try to get a referral from someone who used a trustworthy company to do that type of job. Good luck.
Does this method work if the crack is in the corner of the foundation?
Yes.
you guys sell this product for diy project? i'm here in CT as well
No. It is only available to our customers. We are not a third-party reseller.
@AmericanDryBasementSystems if there is a hairline crack from the top of a newer poured foundation wall to the bottom of the floor....does that also mean there is a crack on the outside? If there is a crack on the inside does that also mean there is a crack on the outside or not necessarily? TIA
In most cases it is a surface crack. You will not find a crack on the opposite side.
Thank you for your reply! We had a basement poured in August and at the seams of one of the panels that makes the form there is a hairline that ran from the top of the wall to the bottom ..on the interior side. I went outside and dug down about 3ft and that hairline crack is actually on the outside too in my scenario. I discovered this because one day seen some slight water coming in through the interior crack as the grade was very low on the exterior. So this means that wall is actually cracked all the way through on both sides? Its about 1/8 wide continuous maybeeee a little less. Do you recommend digging down while I still can from the exterior, retarring and placing a dimple board to prevent this from becoming a larger issue? Thank You!@@AmericanDryBasementSystems
Do you guys sell the material that grows into the concrete .. I believe you called it super slurry..
We do not. It's our own in-house mixture.
Nice tecnifique. Well done sir
Thank you for sharing your knowledge
Thank you for watching. I'm glad I can help.
I have a slightly smaller cracked wall. There is no water leakage, though the previous owner was sold a French drain/sump pump (which has never turned on in the 10+ years I've lived in the townhome & is a dry as a bone). I had a professional engineer inspect the crack & concludes the crack was due to the design of the foundation (i.e., a change in height of the concrete wall near the place the crack developed & was probably there at the time of construction). I want to repair the crack. Since there is no noticeable water leakage is the solution to use a fast set concrete foundation crack repair product?
Fill the crack with hydraulic cement. If it cracks again and no leaks consider reinforcing it with a carbon fiber strap.
foundations settle over time and tend to crack where the weakest point is. Its going to happen no matter what. Water will eventually compress soil around foundations. You can see the line on the outside of foundations where the original soil level began when the house was built. My concrete foundation has a few cracks now after 30 years or more.The line outside is 5-6 inches lower now. I just got a leaky crack from the first Noreaster storm. Now I have to decide what to do with it and what product to go with. Its very confusing to say the least. Reviews are very biased. Its a gamble to chose one. Hope I maked the right choice.
Quick question...what about outside of the house? isn't that needed to dig where the crack is outside of the house and also apply sealant or some kind of screen able to strengthen what was done in the inside?. A company mention that to me. It is going to cost me around 2400 dollars
If your crack looks as wide as the one in the video then you don't need to do anything outside. You can apply a superficial amount of concrete mix on the outside where it is visible above ground. Only for cosmetic reasons. If you can stick your finger inside the foundation crack additional exterior support will be necessary.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems THANK SOOO much for getting back to me. You know as much as I'd like to save these 2400+tax ..at least, guess I will have no choice but to hire this company to fix it. I try to be handy but this type of problems if they are not fixed properly I guess they can become a nightmare. I noticed that the crack was repaired already with foam around 10 years ago, so I guess the water is coming from there. Guess the fix has to happen pretty much outside
Great video! Thanks a lot. This was very to the point and obviously sound professional advice.
I appreciate that!
Hello do you guys service Albany NY?
We only service in Westchester, Dutchess and Putnam counties in NY.
Where can i get this tool and parts in Canadian?
First fix from outside Wall problem solved
This particular crack did not require any invasive, expensive exterior repair. An outside repair would have accomplished nothing.
Does the same procedure work for a cinder block foundation?
No. Two step approach: Solve the water problem creating pressure on your block walls. Then patch or reinforce walls depending on the severity of the crack.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems Is there ever a situation where the WaterGuard rectangle gutter-style are appropriate? Or is the larger, round piping that you use always the better option?
Where do you get the Supper Slurry and Epoxy? can you share links to order from?
The SuperSlurry is unavailable. We don't sell it. We only use it for American Dry Basement or Crawl Space installations. You can buy similar epoxy at any Home Depot or Lowes.
Do you have an office in Maryland
americandry.com/service-areas/
Can you help us in North Carolina? This is exactly what we need.
So sorry. We only service Connecticut and New York, and we don't have a reference in North Carolina. Wish we could help.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems Me too. I don't think they know how to do this down here. Great service video. Keep up the great work.
Is your super slurry happen to be a xypex material? I use Xypex for repairing cracks as well, along with elevator pits, vaults, tunnels, etc. for 30+ years. Awesome to see you using a crystalline product. Very rare and highly effective and superior solution when combined with injection like you are doing. I would bet you have well over a 90% success rate with that. Kudos!
This is not the product we use. We use a proprietary, in-house mixture that has worked perfectly for us. Xypex appers to offer similar results. I just can't say if it does or doesn't work as well as ours.
Thanks for the response. Love that crystalline!
Thanks for the gem! I have been wondering what crystalline additive could be used. @@jbexpress4039
can you provide us names of the material you used?
They are mentioned in the videos and on our website.
Do you do whole basement wall
Yes.
What did it look like dry?
Watch this video: th-cam.com/video/uzaVb2bXR8Y/w-d-xo.html
Why not dig out the other side and put the proper drainage in?
We find interior waterproofing to be the better choice 9 out of 10 times. We turn away jobs we know will not work, which is very rare. We want homeowners to benefit the most from their hard-earned money.
He won't have future repairs on other parts of the wall.
The pitch of the exterior soil needs to be addressed.