{"id":5703,"date":"2023-11-06T17:13:24","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T17:13:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/octagoncapital.co.uk\/?p=5703"},"modified":"2023-11-06T17:13:24","modified_gmt":"2023-11-06T17:13:24","slug":"filling-the-gap-an-introduction-to-crack-injection-for-homes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/octagoncapital.co.uk\/guides\/filling-the-gap-an-introduction-to-crack-injection-for-homes\/","title":{"rendered":"Filling The Gap: An Introduction To Crack Injection For Homes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Seeing the damage to your home is tough. If you suddenly spot a crack you’re sure wasn’t there before, it can feel like the world is crashing down around you. Don\u2019t worry; We\u2019ve all been there. There is a solution.<\/span><\/p>\n

Most cracks are non-serious and easy to repair. Crack injection is a fast, affordable way to fix wall and floor damage. Knowing when to contact an expert lets you address problems before they become serious. An expert can help you choose the repair plan that suits you and your house.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is crack injection?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Crack injection is an affordable way to stabilise a cracked wall or floor. It involves repairing the damage using a concrete solution. An expert may fill gaps with various substances depending on the situation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

An epoxy crack injection can bond any crack larger than 0.5mm and can be applied to a home’s exterior and interior. The goal of an epoxy crack injection is primarily to repair an area’s structural integrity and improve its water resistance. A quality epoxy crack injection should last for at least five years.<\/span><\/p>\n

The different types of crack<\/b><\/h2>\n

The first step to assessing whether your wall needs to be urgently repaired is understanding whether a crack is structural or non-structural. Let’s look in more detail at the difference between the two types.<\/span><\/p>\n

Non-structural cracks<\/b><\/h2>\n

Also known as cosmetic cracks, non-structural cracks may be visible, but they aren’t a serious threat to your home. They are typically small (less than 3mm wide) and follow little to no recognisable pattern.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Non-structural cracks are usually the result of internal pressure on building materials. They can form in response to several factors including, but not limited to:<\/span><\/p>\n