The Family Handyman

Can I ignore a foundation crack?

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If you notice a crack, see if it changes over time. If there’s little or no change over a year, you’re probably safe to ignore it. If there’s significan­t change over a year (or less), consult with a foundation repair specialist. If the crack is letting in groundwate­r, take care of drainage problems on the exterior, then patch the crack. It may be helpful to patch any crack so you can more easily track any changes.

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MEET THE EXPERT Reuben Saltzman has been a home inspector since 1997 and is the president of Structure Tech, a home inspection company.

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