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Here’s what you actually get when foundation cracks are fixed right: no more water seeping through after a storm, no more wondering if that crack is going to split wider, and no more lying awake worried about what your home inspector’s going to say when you try to sell.
You protect your home’s value. A cracked foundation repair done correctly shows up clean on inspections and keeps buyers from walking away or lowballing your asking price.
And you stop small problems from becoming expensive ones. The longer a crack sits, the more water gets in, the more pressure builds, and the more you’ll pay to fix it later. Catching it now means you’re looking at a straightforward repair instead of a structural nightmare.
Del Val Basement Waterproofing is a family-run operation with four generations of experience keeping basements dry in Chester County. We’ve been doing basement foundation crack repair in East Goshen, PA and the surrounding area for over 15 years.
We’re not the biggest company you’ll find. We’re the one that shows up, assesses the problem honestly, and tells you what actually needs to be done. No scare tactics. No upselling you on work your house doesn’t need.
East Goshen sits on clay soil that expands when it rains and contracts when it dries. That cycle puts constant pressure on your foundation. We’ve seen it hundreds of times, and we know how to fix it so it stays fixed.
First, we come out and inspect the crack. Not every crack needs the same fix, so we figure out if it’s structural, if it’s leaking, and what’s causing it. That assessment is free.
If it’s a straightforward crack, we typically use polyurethane or epoxy injection. We clean out the crack, inject the material under pressure so it fills every gap, and seal it from the inside out. For exterior foundation crack repair, we excavate down to the problem area, apply a waterproof membrane, and make sure water can’t get back in.
The process usually takes a few hours to a day depending on the severity. When we’re done, the crack is sealed, the pressure is relieved, and you’ve got a lifetime transferable warranty backing the work. If something goes wrong, we come back and make it right.
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You get a full inspection to identify the type of crack, the cause, and whether there’s active water intrusion. We don’t guess. We assess it properly so the repair actually lasts.
The repair itself depends on what your foundation needs. For most residential foundation crack repair jobs in East Goshen, PA, that means injection-based sealing for interior cracks or excavation and exterior waterproofing for outside issues. We also address drainage problems if that’s what’s putting pressure on your walls in the first place.
You’re covered by a lifetime transferable warranty. If the crack reopens or leaks again, we fix it. And if you sell your house, that warranty transfers to the new owner, which makes your home easier to sell and worth more in the process.
Chester County’s freeze-thaw cycles are tough on foundations. Water gets into a crack, freezes, expands, and makes the crack worse. We see it every winter. That’s why our leaking basement wall repair process focuses on keeping water out for good, not just patching the surface.
Width matters. Hairline cracks under 1/16 of an inch are usually cosmetic and caused by normal settling. Anything wider than a quarter inch, or cracks that are growing, leaking, or running horizontally, should be looked at by a professional.
If you can slide a dime into the crack, it’s wide enough to let water through. If it’s leaking after rain or snowmelt, it’s already a problem. And if you see the crack getting longer or wider over time, that means the pressure behind it isn’t going away on its own.
The only way to know for sure is to have someone inspect it who’s done this before. We’ll tell you if it’s something to fix now or just keep an eye on. No charge for that assessment.
Probably not. Most homeowners insurance policies don’t cover foundation repairs unless the damage was caused by a specific covered event like a burst pipe, a storm, or a sudden accident.
If your foundation cracked because of settling, soil pressure, or general wear over time, that’s considered maintenance, and insurance won’t pay for it. Same goes for cracks caused by poor drainage or hydrostatic pressure from groundwater.
It’s worth calling your insurance company to check your policy, but in most cases, foundation work is out of pocket. The good news is that fixing a crack early costs a lot less than waiting until it turns into a structural issue or a flooded basement.
If it’s done right, it lasts as long as your foundation does. We back our cracked foundation repair work with a lifetime transferable warranty because we’re confident in the materials and the process.
Polyurethane and epoxy injections create a seal that’s stronger than the concrete around it. As long as the underlying cause is addressed—like drainage issues or soil pressure—the repair holds. If water’s still pooling around your foundation or your gutters are dumping runoff right next to the house, you’ll keep having problems no matter how good the repair is.
That’s why we don’t just patch the crack and leave. We look at what caused it and recommend fixes for that too, whether it’s regrading, installing a drainage system, or waterproofing the exterior. You’re not paying for a bandaid. You’re paying for a solution.
Interior repairs are done from inside your basement. We inject polyurethane or epoxy into the crack under pressure, which seals it from the inside out. It’s faster, less invasive, and works well for most cracks that aren’t actively leaking under heavy pressure.
Exterior foundation crack repair means we dig down to the outside of your foundation, expose the crack, and seal it from the outside. Then we apply a waterproof membrane and make sure water drains away from the foundation. It’s more labor-intensive and costs more, but it’s the right move for cracks that are leaking badly or caused by external water pressure.
Which one you need depends on the crack, the soil conditions around your house, and whether water’s getting in from outside. We’ll walk you through the options during the inspection so you understand what makes sense for your situation.
You can try, but it won’t hold. Surface sealants like caulk or concrete patch don’t stop water from coming through under pressure, and they don’t address what caused the crack in the first place.
A real repair involves injecting material deep into the crack so it bonds with the concrete and creates a waterproof seal all the way through. That takes specialized equipment and materials you can’t pick up at the hardware store.
If you patch it yourself and it fails, you’ve now spent money twice—once on the DIY fix and once on the professional repair you should’ve done from the start. And in the meantime, water’s been getting in, which can lead to mold, efflorescence, and more damage to your foundation. It’s not worth the risk when the cost of doing it right the first time is reasonable and backed by a warranty.
Most straightforward crack repairs run between a few hundred and a couple thousand dollars depending on the length of the crack, the repair method, and how accessible it is. Interior injection repairs are usually on the lower end. Exterior excavation and waterproofing cost more because of the labor involved.
If you’re dealing with multiple cracks, structural issues, or drainage problems that need to be fixed at the same time, the price goes up. But here’s the thing: fixing a crack early is always cheaper than waiting until it turns into a bowing wall, a flooded basement, or a foundation that needs underpinning.
We give free estimates. We’ll come out, look at the crack, explain what needs to be done, and give you a clear price before any work starts. No surprises, no pressure. You’ll know exactly what you’re paying for and why it costs what it costs.
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