Foundations

1.9

Cast-In-Place Concrete Foundation Wall Is Cracked

Acceptable Performance/Condition
Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage are acceptable; cracks in excess of 6 mm in width or that leak are not acceptable.

Warranty
One-Year Work and Materials
Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage of materials caused by drying after construction are excluded from the warranty.

Action
Walls with cracks exceeding the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Remarks
Concrete walls naturally crack during curing due to shrinkage. Where lateral or vertical movement is evident, further investigation may be required. The colour and texture of a repaired area may not match the surrounding concrete.