Stabilization of cracks and deformations in load-bearing structures
A problem you forget about with Uretek
Technologies that enable the elimination of cracks in foundations and walls of buildings and structures without excavation work and without the need to stop operations or the use of the property. A process that does not disrupt the natural workflow or existing utilities. максимально fast, cost-effective, and reliable. Cracks in walls of commercial and industrial buildings. Methods for leveling load-bearing structures (brick, block, concrete, and monolithic) used by Uretek make it possible to lift buildings of almost any size. Extensive practical application across numerous projects has led to the global success of these technologies. The solutions we provide to the commercial and industrial sectors for correcting the consequences of foundation and subsoil settlement are in demand for many reasons. An important factor is how efficient these processes are in terms of time and cost. Buildings that are “out of level” often suffer from wall cracks, which can appear both inside and outside. However, as the building is returned to its design level, these cracks typically close, leaving only minor surface repairs required. Most importantly, structural damage can be resolved, and the building and its occupants have a secure future.
How to fix large cracks in walls The best long-term solution for stabilizing and subsequently repairing cracks is lifting with re-leveling (so that the cracks close) or stabilizing the foundation first and then repairing the cracks as a second stage. This crack correction process is known as strengthening. As the building is leveled, cracks in the walls may close or reduce, making them ready for plastering or other finishing. Windows and doors usually begin to function properly again.
Traditional methods of foundation strengthening or leveling include soil excavation or digging out parts of the foundation, pouring concrete (or cement grout), waiting for it to cure (which is not always easy to monitor), and then lifting the building using jacks on concrete blocks (if this is even possible). In any case, traditional methods do not guarantee results and can be labor-intensive and unreliable (often taking weeks or months), and are inevitably messy. This usually means that part or all of the building must be vacated while the work is being carried out.
Cracks are a headache for any manager or maintenance team
Don’t face this challenge alone. Get as much information as possible to make an objective decision. From our experience, 2 out of 3 clients who contact us choose to carry out an inspection and review the recommendations.
Don’t put it off — trust the experience and professionalism of our team, and we will help you save and restore what matters to you.
If you’ve reached this section, it means you are ready to take responsibility for the future of your property. We value your care and invite you to take the first step toward saving your valuable asset that is undergoing deterioration. However, don’t rush your decision — your well-being and safety matter.
Start with a minimally required inspection of your building at a reasonable cost to avoid risks and make an informed decision. By obtaining a clear picture of the scale of the problem, you will be able to decide on the next steps. You have three options:
Carefully monitor the progression of damage using professional tools, identifying the “point of no return”
Develop a solution plan taking into account structural, financial, and practical constraints, and implement it
Seek alternative solutions from third parties based on the conducted inspection
Get a free consultation with a geotechnical engineer to discuss your specific case and identify the best solutions