Xpert Excavation: the solution for foundation repair in 2023
For over 15 years, our company has been renowned as the specialist to call for foundation repair. We know how unpleasant a crack on your property can be and how quickly it can become a source of stress. Our expertise guarantees you an impeccable and professional service. Call us right away for an estimate or for any other questions about foundation repair.
Your foundation: the cornerstone of your home
The foundation is an essential aspect, for it is the backbone of the stability of any house or building. A crack at its level, be it serious or not, often causes serious concerns to owners. Knowing the causes of this damage can help prevent it from happening.
What causes a foundation crack?
Generally, it is the earth that moves and causes the structure to collapse that leads to cracks in a foundation. Certain types of soil, such as clay soils, swell when they receive water and leave a vacuum when they are dry.
Our foundation repair procedure
- Verification of water marks inside the building;
- Excavation of the area located outside of the water marks;
- Excavation around the foundation (footing);
- High pressure washing of the foundation;
- Check and repair of the French drain;
- Prepping and sealing of the crack;
- Installation of a waterproofing membrane;
- Backfilling of the excavated area;
- Finishing with top soil upon request;
- Cleaning of the premises.
Specifications
The two main types of work we carry out are waterproofing and strengthening of the foundation. We use hydrophilic products such as polyurethane and epoxy. The polyurethane will form a waterproof barrier while the epoxy will serve as a sealant for large cracks. The reinforcement of the foundation will be done by steel anchoring.