Though brick and concrete are extremely robust building materials, they are not indestructible. Walls can crack from weather, moisture, foundation movement, and over time, from daily use. Some are cosmetic, others may be structural damage and require professional attention.

Knowing the causes of cracks is the first step towards protecting your investment.

In many instances, walls crack due to the movement of the building’s foundation. The foundation will naturally shift over time as the soil settles, causing pressure on the brick and concrete work above the foundation.

You may notice:

• Cracks in brick walls that are shaped like steps.
• Cracks around windows and doors running diagonally.
• Sticking or improperly closing doors.
• Uneven floors

If these symptoms occur, it is advisable to have them checked out before the problem becomes more serious.

1. Water has infiltrated into the walls.

One of the most critical factors in damaging any masonry structure is water. Moisture can be trapped between brick and concrete, due to rain, leaky gutters, cracked mortar joints, or inadequate drainage.

As the temperature falls, the water in the cracks solidifies and increases in size, thus enlarging the cracks even more. This cycle over time can have a serious impact on the strength of your walls.

One of the most effective methods of preventing expensive water damage is to keep your masonry properly sealed and repaired.

2. New York Weather Takes Its Toll

In New York, you have to endure the summer heat, winter cold, torrential rainfall and snowfall each year. The continuous temperature fluctuations result in the expansion and contraction of brick and concrete.

These can be identified before they turn into a costly repair job with regular checkup.

3. Badly constructed or poor materials.

Sadly, not all buildings are built the same. If the materials used were poor quality and/or if the installation was not done correctly during construction, cracks can begin to show up much earlier than the anticipated time.

Masonry repairs can be professionally done to make weak wall sections stronger and restore the toughness to your walls.

When is this issue to worry about?

While not all cracks are a crisis, there are some signs that can’t be ignored.

If you see signs of a problem, call a masonry contractor.

• Cracks that are widening with time.
• Cracks that occur in bricks walls in a stair-step pattern.
• Horizontal cracks
• Inward movement of walls, or leaning walls.
• Cracks that allow water to pour in.
• Cracks around windows and doors that are continually expanding

The better these issues can be fixed, the sooner they will be fixed.

 How White Marble Construction Inc. Can Help

We at White Marble Construction Inc. think that all repairs should be done to fix the problem and not merely to cover it up.

Our skilled masonry experts can offer:

• Brick wall repair
• Concrete wall repair
• Avoiding the need to tuck-point or repair mortar joints.
• Waterproofing services
• Foundation crack repair
• Brick replacement
• Facade restoration
• Preventive masonry maintenance

Years of experience and proven repair techniques, combined with quality materials, make the restoration of your property’s strength, safety and appearance a reality.

Small cracks can become big problems if they are not addressed. If not addressed, small cracks can be a big problem.

If you see cracks in your property, don’t delay in taking action until the cracks get worse.

 Select the best masonry repair service from White Marble Construction Inc. We have done many masonry projects in your area.

Your home is worth the best of experts. At White Marble Construction Inc., we can handle repair work as well as full masonry restoration projects, and we are dedicated to providing reliable workmanship and excellent customer service for all of our clients.

We are dedicated to providing homeowners and businesses in NYC with honest advice, quality work, and lasting solutions to their problems.