Foundation Crack Repair in Edmonton
Stop basement leaks at the crack. Send a photo for a free assessment, and get straight answers and clear prices before you spend a dollar.
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Is my crack serious?
Find the drawing that looks most like your crack. Not sure? Send us a photo.
Hairline vertical
Monitor or seal
Small hairline cracks may not be a concern. Mark the ends and check each season.
Wider vertical, leaking
Inject
Wider cracks that let water in are sealed, usually from inside with crack injection.
Stair-step
Get it assessed
Steps along mortar joints can mean movement. Send us a photo.
Horizontal or bowing
Structural: get it assessed soon
Horizontal cracks may relate to soil pressure and are particularly concerning.
Four ways to fix a foundation crack
| Option | Best for | Mess | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface sealing | Small, dry hairline cracks | Minimal, inside only | $300 to $800 for minor crack repairs (Canada) |
| Interior injection | Leaking vertical or diagonal cracks | Low; no digging. Finished walls may need a strip of drywall removed | $500 to $1,500 per crack (Edmonton) |
| Structural reinforcement | Horizontal cracks and bowing walls | Moderate, inside the basement | $5,000 to $15,000 for broader foundation repair (Canada) |
| Exterior excavation and waterproofing | Several cracks, a whole leaking wall, or no inside access | High; digging beside the house | Quoted after a free on-site assessment |
Typical ranges, not quotes. Final price confirmed after inspection. Sources: HomeStars Edmonton, HomeStars crack repair guide, HomeStars foundation repair guide.
Why Edmonton foundations crack
Edmonton has clay-rich soils and freeze-thaw conditions. Clay holds water against your foundation, and frost heave pushes the soil upward and stresses the walls. Winter creates the stress, and the spring thaw reveals it, which is why so many homeowners notice cracks, sticking doors and basement moisture in spring.
Snowmelt and heavy rain then raise water pressure against basement walls and push water through the cracks. More on the spring thaw.
You'll likely pay for this yourself
The City of Edmonton lists infiltration through basement cracks as a main cause of basement flooding, and says insurance generally doesn't cover damage from it. So get it done right, once. We quote the smallest fix that will work and explain why.
Our services
- Crack injectionYes. For most leaking vertical cracks, we inject the crack from inside the basement, with no digging.
- Leaky basement repairYes. We find exactly where the water gets in, a wall crack, window well or the floor joint, and fix that spot.
- Horizontal cracks & bowing wallsHorizontal cracks are the ones to take seriously. Send us a photo or call, and we'll arrange an assessment soon.
- Exterior crack repairYes. When a crack can't be reached from inside, or the wall needs a membrane, we repair it from the outside.
- Window well leaksYes. Water under a basement window usually means the window well is filling up. We fix the drainage so it can't.
- Basement waterproofingYes. We start with the cheapest fixes that work, like grading and downspouts, and only recommend bigger drainage work when it's needed.
- Free crack assessmentYes. Send us a photo of your crack and we'll tell you what it looks like and what we'd recommend. If it needs a closer look, the on-site visit is free too.
How it works
Send a photo
Text it to 780-996-7950 and fill in the form. Put a tape measure beside the crack for scale.
Free assessment
We tell you what the crack looks like: watch it, seal it, or have it assessed.
Written quote
If it needs work, you get the fix for that crack and a clear price.
Repair
Injection, reinforcement or exterior work, done by our vetted, insured crews.
Questions people ask
Is my foundation crack serious?
Small hairline cracks may not be a concern. Larger or widening cracks suggest movement, and horizontal cracks are particularly concerning.
How much does foundation crack repair cost in Edmonton?
Foundation crack injection typically runs $500 to $1,500 per crack in Edmonton. Broader foundation repair in Canada typically runs $5,000 to $15,000.
Does insurance cover foundation cracks?
The City of Edmonton says insurance generally doesn't cover damage from infiltration through cracks. Most homeowners pay themselves.
Do you have to dig up my yard?
Not for most leaking cracks. Interior injection is done from inside the basement. Exterior repair means digging, and we only recommend it when it is the better fix.
Why did my crack appear in spring?
Winter creates the stress and the spring thaw reveals it. Snowmelt also raises water pressure against basement walls and pushes water through cracks.
Is the assessment really free?
Yes. The photo assessment and any on-site assessment are both free.
Who does the work?
Edmonton Crack Repair takes your job directly and sends our own crews. Every crew is insured and professionally vetted.
Got a crack?
Send us a photo of your crack for a free assessment.