Cracked foundation slab?

Question

I have a basement that is an aquatic h**l.

There is a crack in one of the foundation walls and I get pooling when it rains.

There is also a crack in the foundation slab and water seeps up through that as well.

Being the grade A geniuses we are, we didn't realize the water stains in the basement were water stains and the sellers assured (screwed) us that there was only slight leaking during the heaviest rain storms.

Is there anything I can do to repair the slab?

Answer 1

your best way out is to dig out side were the wall leak all the way down to the bottom were the concrete stop. clean the wall from dirt or loose object. then check this web site to follow answer that march your  problem.

/www.askthebuilder.com/596_Repair_Crac...

Answer 2

You need to install a sump pump, that will releive the water pressure pushing up and out the crack in your floor. Check that your gutters arent clogged and divert the water from the downspouts away from the house especially in the areas where you have the leaking.

Answer 3

Well you can repair the slab 100 times and with all likelihood It will do it again.

First of all lets look at the cause of the wall cracking.This could be from several reasons,from soil to bad drainage.I would look into home warranty and perhaps consult legal council.

I will say here on the west side on Denver there are numerous problems and lawsuits against builders.

I would most likely consult a soils engineer and have him/her look at what you have going on.If you can search out the neighbors and they will testify willful neglect you have a chance.

Most newer homes with a known soil problem either use spread footers or caissons.

Consult an engineer

My Best