Epoxy Crack Injection in Winnipeg

Foundation Sealant Services provides epoxy crack injection services in Winnipeg and the surrounding area, repairing cracked foundations across the city.

What is epoxy crack injection?

Epoxy crack injection is a durable, non-invasive way of repairing cracks in concrete walls. If you have foundation cracks, water leaks, or shifting in your basement, epoxy crack injection may be a good choice for you.

Epoxy crack injection is:

• Quick: Leaks can be repaired in only a few hours.
• Non-invasive: Our team only needs access to the interior side of the cracked wall. No digging.
• Inexpensive: Since no excavation is needed, crack injection is typically cheaper than other waterproofing methods.
• Effective: Because of epoxy’s strength, it can be used to fix structural problems as well as leaks.
• Durable: Epoxy resin is impermeable and stronger than concrete.

Our Process

Step 1: Site preparation of the wall. We install injection ports, anchor them in the crack, and seal the surface of the crack with a fast-curing epoxy resin gel.
Step 2: Epoxy injection. We inject a liquid epoxy resin through the injection ports, filling the crack completely.
Step 3: Installation of steel wall-bracing (if required). This is sometimes needed for structural repairs.
Step 4: Clean up of the work area. After we’re finished, we leave the repair site clean and tidy.

When to choose epoxy crack injection

Much of the city of Winnipeg is built on clay soil, which expands and contracts a great deal with changes in weather and rainfall. This shifting often causes foundation damage, which ranges from hairline leaks to large, structural cracks. A variety of repair methods are needed to address all of these different issues.

Epoxy crack injection is best for foundations with:

• Water leaks
• Hairline cracks
• Symptoms of structural issues

Epoxy crack injection is well-suited for foundations that need structural repairs. Epoxy bonds strongly to concrete and is stronger than concrete itself. When used properly, it can fix structural problems, preventing more expensive foundation repairs down the line.

Symptoms of Structural Problems

Symptoms of structural problems include:

• Horizontal cracks
• Diagonal cracks
• Cracks wider than 1/2″
• Cracks wider at the top than the bottom
• Offset cracks where the two sides no longer align
• Walls that bulge or heave inward

If foundation cracks in your basement haven’t created structural issues, epoxy may not be the right choice. We also seal leaks using polyurethane crack injection, which is better suited to some leak repairs. Contact us for a free assessment, and we’ll determine the best repair method for your property.