Home » Services » Foundation Repair » Problem » Cracking Walls Cracking Walls Richmond Are The Walls In Your Basement Cracking? Kefficient Can Help Often seen as "stair step" cracks in concrete block foundations, cracked walls are amongst the most common forms of foundation damage. While this type of foundation issue may not appear as threatening as a bowing or a leaning wall, it still indicates your foundation is under external pressure and should be seen by a professional sooner rather than later. Why Are My Basement Walls Cracking? When it comes to repairing cracks in your basement wall, it's important to understand why it happened in the first place. Below are some of the most common reasons why your basement has cracking walls: Hydrostatic PressureHydrostatic pressure is the leading cause of a cracking basement wall. This is essentially the interaction of water and soil around your foundation. The more water builds up – the more pressure it puts on your foundation, causing damage.Sinking & Settling FoundationA sinking and settling foundation is another common cause of wall cracks. This is essentially the soil underneath or around your home, giving way over time, causing your foundation to shift and manifest itself in bowing and cracked walls. View AllPoor DrainageFoundation issues don't happen overnight; it takes years of constant abuse for problems to appear. For many homes, poor drainage causes water to build up and manifest in foundation damage (hydrostatic pressure.)Wood RotFor older homes, wood rot can be a culprit for foundation damage. When combined with high humidity & moisture, wood tends to become infected with rot. This weakens the vital supports that frame your basement, causing leans, bows, and cracks in your basement walls. View Less Kefficient’s Solutions For Cracking Basement Walls In RichmondAt Kefficient, we have the tools and experience necessary to repair even the most troubled foundations. Our services provide solutions for your cracking basement walls. Services such as: Structural Repair At Kefficient, no two foundation issues are the same. That is why our structural repairs are all-encompassing and focus on repair and replacement. They can range from sealing cracks in your basement walls to excavation that replaces portions of a foundation with new material. Learn More Wall Braces & Anchors Wall braces & anchors (also known as I-Beams) are braces that push a damaged wall back into place. Placed every 5 to 6 feet and bracketed into your foundation floor and ceiling, this is Kefficient's standard for foundation repair. Learn MoreView All Carbon Fiber Basement Wall Repair A less invasive alternative than steel beams, carbon fiber straps are stronger and weigh a fraction of a steel beam. Each strap is anchored at the top and bottom and secured with a water-resistant adhesive. Learn More Helical Piers Piering is the technique of driving essentially oversized screws into the bedrock underneath a home to stabilize it. Once in place, the piers are adjusted with a hydraulic jack to raise the foundation back into place. Learn More Foundation Waterproofing Foundation issues all have one thing in common: water. That is why at Kefficient, we focus on repair and prevention. Our foundation waterproofing services are all-encompassing and include interior and exterior solutions for your home. Learn MoreView LessKefficient’s Solutions For Cracking Basement Walls In RichmondAt Kefficient, we have the tools and experience necessary to repair even the most troubled foundations. Our services provide solutions for your cracking basement walls. Services such as: Structural Repair At Kefficient, no two foundation issues are the same. That is why our structural repairs are all-encompassing and focus on repair and replacement. They can range from sealing cracks in your basement walls to excavation that replaces portions of a foundation with new material. Learn More Wall Braces & Anchors Wall braces & anchors (also known as I-Beams) are braces that push a damaged wall back into place. Placed every 5 to 6 feet and bracketed into your foundation floor and ceiling, this is Kefficient's standard for foundation repair. Learn More Carbon Fiber Basement Wall Repair A less invasive alternative than steel beams, carbon fiber straps are stronger and weigh a fraction of a steel beam. Each strap is anchored at the top and bottom and secured with a water-resistant adhesive. Learn More Helical Piers Piering is the technique of driving essentially oversized screws into the bedrock underneath a home to stabilize it. Once in place, the piers are adjusted with a hydraulic jack to raise the foundation back into place. Learn More Foundation Waterproofing Foundation issues all have one thing in common: water. That is why at Kefficient, we focus on repair and prevention. Our foundation waterproofing services are all-encompassing and include interior and exterior solutions for your home. Learn More Concerned about financing? Kefficient understands that home repairs can be sudden and costly. That is why we offer flexible financing options to our customers for all of our home repair services. Learn More Learn More Concerned about financing? Kefficient understands that home repairs can be sudden and costly. That is why we offer flexible financing options to our customers for all of our home repair services. Learn More Reviews from Our Satisfied Customers At Kefficient, we deliver lasting solutions for our customers. Let them tell you why they trust us as their preferred foundation, crawl space repair, and waterproofing specialist. View All Reviews Write a Review Pam Westvery great people , answered all questions and concernsPam WestJanuary 20, 2023 Mark BlakeneyKefficient replaced my sump pump from a botched JES job. The discharge pipe was spraying water under my house and...Mark BlakeneyJanuary 26, 2023 Barb LewisThe whole experience of getting this project done was wonderful. All of our questions were answered when we had them...BBarb LewisJanuary 27, 2023 Vickie DodsonKefficient is a very professional company and they provided a quality service. Brad was prompt and efficient when providing a...Vickie DodsonJanuary 27, 2023 Rena LoganWas very happy with the remediation and encapsulation they did to my walk in attic and crawlspace. Communication was great,...Rena LoganJanuary 23, 2023 Ryan TrappWe were recommended to Kefficient from a friend of ours, and couldn't have been happier with the results. From scheduling...Ryan TrappJanuary 30, 2023 Jack BurgessCompetitive pricing, very responsive and professional. Scheduling was well coordinated, crews arrived right on time as did the supervisors. Care...JJack BurgessJanuary 27, 2023 Morag WeatherheadI’ve had a lot of work done, on numerous homes, over the years but I’ve never been more impressed with...MMorag WeatherheadJanuary 28, 2023 Max NortonKefficient did a great job on our crawl space encapsulation. Their sales associate was knowledgeable and courteous, explaining each step...MMax NortonJanuary 31, 2023 Joe ChodkiewiczThe crew and management were attentive to every detail of our basement waterproofing. We couldn’t be more pleased with the...JJoe ChodkiewiczFebruary 17, 2023 SandyWe are so very happy to find Kefficient. This company takes the time to listen to your needs and they...SandyFebruary 18, 2023 View All Reviews Write a Review Gross Crawl Space Or Basement? Set Up A Consultation Kefficient is here to help. Call us today for a free inspection. 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