Foundation problems are probably the biggest structural concern for any homeowner or potential buyer, so it’s no surprise that we tend to get a little panicky about seeing cracks in basement walls.

Your home’s foundation—the concrete walls surrounding a basement or crawl space—supports the entire weight of the house, so it’s natural to be concerned if you discover cracks in the concrete.

As we are approaching what is supposed to be the rainy season, now would be a great time to go into your basement and examine the walls. What exactly is it you are looking for? Well, water leaking in ...

Basement problems rarely stay small. A faint musty smell, a thin crack, or a damp corner can quietly grow into a structural ...

How to Tell If , Foundation Cracks , Are Minor or Major Problems. Lifehacker recently offered readers some tips for ...

Imagine yourself walking into your basement after a long time, and as you scan the walls, the first thing you see is a large crack, begging for attention. Although you may think this is a good time to ...

You may have heard the expression “If these walls could talk...” While walls may not express themselves in words, the truth is that they can actually send you messages — at least, about your ...

Q: We moved in to a new walkout basement home two years ago, and I’m noticing a crack in the front basement wall. The crack is in the center of the wall from top to bottom. I then found a small crack ...

Foundation repair typically costs between $2,164 and $7,793, with the national average foundation repair cost at $4,974. Some of the main factors that affect foundation repair cost include the type ...

Q: We moved into a new walkout basement home two years ago, and I’m noticing a crack in the front basement wall. The crack is in the center of the wall from top to bottom. I then found a small crack ...