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Pioneer Basement
Tel: 508-674-5121
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Serving MA & RI
(Massachusetts & Rhode Island)
Servicing Massachusetts & Rhode Island


FOUNDATION DAMAGE & SOLUTIONS

There are many reasons why a foundation may be failing. Situations, such as soil shifting, excessive water / moisture, lack of proper water /moisture, and the general integrity of the structure are all things that could lead to a failing foundation. Pioneer Basement employs an experienced work force that is equipped with the most modern tools available enabling them to deal with any situation, brick, block, or poured concrete foundations. An inspection from one of our project managers will provide you with valuable information regarding your foundation. foundation repair
  • Foundation cracks
  • Cracks in concrete, brick, or drywall
  • Bowing walls
  • Water damage
When Hydrostatic pressure builds up in the soil, or the soils expand with water saturation, over time it can push against your wall and cause bowing.  If not solved having a bowing or a leaning wall can cause serious structural damage in the rest of the home.

Minor foundation wall cracks can grow larger and cause a loss of structural integrity or, more commonly, water leakage.

All of our Foundation Repair and Basement Repair solutions are open to all our service areas including MA, RI, and surrounding areas.


Foundation Wall Crack Repair System

CrackShield Foundation wall cracks result from soil expansion, settling, shifting, or movement under the foundation footing. Wall cracks can occur horizontally, vertically, and diagonally in the wall. Each type of crack is an indicator of a different type of stress. Cracks can allow insects, soil gases and water to easily enter the basement or crawlspace.??CrackShield - Dual Process Foundation Crack Repair System.
  • Stop water seepage
  • Strengthen foundation
  • Add stability
  • Minimize soil gas entry
  • Reliability (15 year warranty)
  • Peace of mind

Insects, soil gases and water can easily enter the basement or crawlspace through openings in the walls or floors.

CrackShield
CrackShield is a unique blend of two distinct processes, urethane injection and carbon fiber.

CrackShield seals a crack from water seepage and strengthens foundation reducing a repair failure. CrackShield is the only crack repair system that offers total protection.

Features

CrackShield Foundation cracks are typically caused by drying shrinkage or thermal movement and can cause minor problems. But over time, even minor cracks can grow larger and cause a loss of structural integrity or, more commonly, water leakage.

For many years, Poly Urethane Grout Injection was a typical repair for normal foundation cracks & pipe penetrations. How ever, due to wall movement and seasonal changes, contractors experienced some small percentages of failures. That is why we created our CrackShield Dual Process Foundation Crack Repair System.

CrackShield is a unique blend of two distinct processes, urethane injection and carbon fiber. CrackShield seals a crack from water seepage and strengthens foundation reducing a repair failure. CrackShield is the only crack repair system that offers total protection.

It will also serve as a second line of defense against water leakage.

CrackShield is the most technologically advance crack repair system on the market today.

15 Year National Backed Warranty.

Your local Authorized CrackShield Installer warrants your CrackShield installation for 15 years. During that time any leakage of water deemed to be originating from a foundation wall crack repaired with CrackShield will be covered under warranty. Any labor and materials to repair said crack will be at no charge to you.

If your Authorized CrackShield Installer, were to go out of business Grate Products, LLC the manufacturer of CrackShield, will cover your warranty. Grate Products, LLC will arrange to have a neighboring CrackShield Installer or a Grate Products National Technician to inspect and perform any necessary warranty repairs. These repairs will be at no cost to you.

This warranty can be transferred to any new owners by contacting Grate Products, LLC and providing the new owners names. There is a $50.00 fee for transferring any warranty after 6 months of installation. Transfers within 6 months will be done at no charge to you.

Things that are not covered by this Limited Warranty:
This foundation wall crack repair does not cover ground water leakage from the floor wall joint, this type of ground water problem is corrected by the installation of a GrateSump System. See www.GrateSump.com.

Grate Products, LLC recommend a full GrateDrain System be installed before you finish your basement in order to control any water and moisture in the basement space. See www.GrateDrain.com. Sealing foundation cracks is not a complete solution if you plan on finishing your basement. Contact your CrackShield Installer or visit www.GrateProducts.com for further information on making your basement healthy.

This Limited Warranty covers labor and materials to repair said crack only. Cracks not repaired, wall snap ties, and water coming over the sill are not covered. The warranty does not cover damages to any items in the basement like carpet, walls, personal items, etc. If a finished wall covers CrackShield repair it is your responsibility to remove and replace walls in order to access the crack for any necessary repairs.