Foundation Crack Repair in Rochester, NY

We repair both structural and non-structural cracks, and we’ll tell you honestly which one you have.

What Kind of Crack Do You Have?

• Hairline vertical cracks — common in poured concrete, usually shrinkage. Often just need sealing.
• Horizontal cracks — can indicate serious wall pressure from Rochester’s clay soil. Get these inspected promptly.
• Stair-step cracks in block walls — classic sign of settlement or lateral pressure.
• Leaking cracks — any crack that’s actively letting water in needs repair regardless of type.

The honest truth: most vertical hairline cracks are cosmetic. Horizontal cracks and stair-steps are the ones that keep engineers up at night. We’ll tell you which is which — free.

How We Repair Foundation Cracks

• Epoxy injection — for structural cracks in poured walls. Bonds the concrete back together, often stronger than the original wall.
• Polyurethane foam injection — flexible seal that moves with the wall; ideal for actively leaking cracks.
• Carbon fiber straps — for bowing walls under soil pressure. Stabilizes the wall without excavation.
• Wall anchors — for severe inward movement; anchors the wall to stable soil outside.

Why Rochester Foundations Crack

Monroe County’s clay-heavy soil is the culprit behind most foundation damage here. Clay absorbs water and expands — pushing against your walls with thousands of pounds of pressure — then shrinks when dry. This constant push-pull cycle, combined with freeze-thaw, is why Rochester has more foundation issues than cities with sandy soil. Any repair that doesn’t account for this cycle is temporary.

When to Call Us Immediately

• A crack that’s growing — mark the ends with pencil and check monthly
• Water actively coming through a crack
• A wall that’s bowing or leaning inward
• Cracks wider than 1/4 inch
• Doors/windows sticking on the same side of the house as the crack

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