HELPFUL TIP #8: Cracks in your basement walls are a sign of settling. Cracks can be an easy way for water entry into your basement. Cracks can compromise the structural integrity of your foundation. Large cracks, cracks that have visibly grown over time, or bowed or buckling walls need immediate attention. The average house places over 50 tons of weight on its foundation walls, so the integrity of the walls must be maintained. |