Masonry Foundation Repair & Waterproofing

Your foundation keeps your entire home stable. When it starts having problems, you cannot ignore them. Small cracks turn into big ones. Water gets in where it should not. What starts as a minor issue becomes a major repair job if you wait too long. At CDM Concord Masonry, we fix foundation problems before they get worse.

Water is usually the main culprit. When water sits against your foundation, it slowly breaks down mortar and damages brick or block. Over time, this leads to cracks, leaning walls, and settling. California does not get tons of rain, but when it does rain, water needs somewhere to go. If your foundation is not waterproofed properly, that water ends up inside your basement or crawl space.

Foundation problems also affect your home value. When buyers see cracks in the foundation, they either walk away or offer less money. Real estate inspectors flag foundation issues immediately. Getting repairs done now saves you money and stress later. Plus, it keeps your family safe. A stable foundation means a stable home.

We see the same problems show up again and again in Concord area homes. Knowing what to look for helps you catch issues early. Here are the most common foundation problems we repair.

Foundation Problems to Watch For

• •Horizontal or vertical cracks: These indicate movement or settling that needs professional assessment
• •Water seepage and dampness: Wet basements or crawl spaces signal waterproofing failure
• •Bowing or bulging walls: Pressure from outside soil pushing against foundation walls
• •Crumbling mortar joints: Old mortar breaks down and needs tuckpointing and repointing
• •Uneven floors inside your home: Foundation settling affects floor levels throughout the house
• •Doors and windows that stick: Shifting foundations cause frames to go out of square

Each problem has its own solution. Some cracks can be filled and sealed. Others need more extensive work like wall stabilization or underpinning. We inspect your foundation thoroughly and explain exactly what needs to be done. No surprises, no upselling. Just honest assessments and quality repairs.

Fixing foundations takes experience and the right approach. We have repaired hundreds of foundations in the Concord area. We know what works and what does not. Here is how we handle foundation repair and waterproofing.

We start with a complete inspection. We look at the exterior and interior of your foundation. We measure cracks, check for water damage, and identify what is causing the problem. Is it poor drainage? Soil pressure? Age? Once we know the cause, we can fix it permanently instead of just patching symptoms.

For cracks and damage, we use proven repair methods. Small cracks get filled with specialized epoxy or polyurethane injections that seal and strengthen. Larger structural issues might need carbon fiber reinforcement or steel braces to stabilize walls. When mortar has failed, we remove the old material and repoint joints with fresh, weather-resistant mortar.

Waterproofing involves several steps. We apply waterproof coatings to foundation walls. We install or repair drainage systems to move water away from your home. Sometimes we excavate around the foundation to apply exterior waterproofing membranes. We also make sure your gutters and downspouts direct water properly. The goal is to keep water away from your foundation completely.

After repairs, we test everything to make sure it works. We want to see that water drains correctly and that repaired areas are solid. Our work comes with a warranty because we stand behind every job. If you are also dealing with brick repair or restoration needs, we can address those at the same time.