Symptom guide
Crack In Wall Or Floor Leaking Water
Not every wet crack is the leak, and not every leak is structural. How to tell.
A crack that weeps may be a water path, or may simply be where water exits. Structural assessment and leak detection answer different questions.
What to check yourself
- Note whether it weeps after rain or continuously
- Check for efflorescence and staining
- Photograph and date the observation
Likely causes
- A water path using the crack as an exit
- A structural movement issue
- Hydrostatic pressure below grade
What the investigation does
- Leak investigation to find the water source
- Engineer review where structure is in question
- Repair sequencing: water first, then structure
Methods often used
Quick answers
What should I do first about this?
Leak investigation to find the water source
Can this be fixed without opening everything?
In most cases the investigation narrows the target before any finish is opened. Small access points are sometimes needed to confirm a finding, and that is discussed before anything is opened.
How do I arrange an investigation?
Call 604-239-9934 or email [email protected] with the symptom and when it appears. You will get a reply within one business day with a fixed quote.
Call 604-239-9934 or email [email protected]