Carbon Fiber Floor Crack Repair for Alabama Homes

• Cracks that are widening or separating
  A growing crack signals active movement. Carbon fiber stitches bridge the gap and stop it from spreading.
• Uneven floors or cracks with height differences
  If one side of the crack is higher than the other, it’s a sign of slab movement beneath.
• Moisture or radon entering through floor cracks
  Cracks that let in water or vapor can increase humidity and invite health risks. Noticing these issues may suggest cracks in your concrete floor.
• Planning to finish the space
  Before installing flooring or remodeling a basement, it’s important to seal and reinforce any cracks to prevent future problems.

Not all floor cracks mean structural trouble, but some do. Knowing the difference can save you money and stress.

Heaving from Expansive Soils

If the soil beneath your floor absorbs moisture or freezes, it can expand and push the slab upward. This is common in Alabama’s clay-rich soils, especially after heavy rains or poor drainage. Heaving often causes uneven cracks where one side of the floor is higher than the other.

Settlement and Sinking

The opposite of heaving, settling happens when soil beneath the slab dries out, shrinks, or washes away. Plumbing leaks, poor grading, or even HVAC ducts beneath the floor can lead to voids under the concrete, causing it to crack and sag.

Natural Concrete Shrinkage

Hairline cracks can appear as concrete cures and shrink shortly after being poured. These are typically harmless, but if they widen, shift, or allow water in, they need to be reinforced.

Our floor repair method uses strong carbon fiber stitches, a modern alternative to outdated steel rebar. These stitches are embedded across the crack and sealed with epoxy for a permanent, low-profile fix.

Here’s what the process looks like:

1. Evaluate: We assess the crack type, size, and cause.
2. Cut: Small channels are made perpendicular to the crack.
3. Install: Carbon fiber stitches are embedded and secured.
4. (Optional) Seal: Epoxy is applied for strength and a smooth finish.

Once complete, the floor is ready for any type of finish, carpet, vinyl, tile, or hardwood. No maintenance needed.

Ignoring cracks in your concrete floor may seem harmless at first, but over time, even minor cracks can lead to serious issues beneath and inside your home.
Moisture seeps in

Floor cracks allow water vapor and runoff to rise into your basement or slab area, increasing humidity, fueling mold, and damaging storage or flooring.

• Radon and soil gases enter
  Cracks give radon gas and other soil-based contaminants a direct path into your home, especially in low-ventilation spaces.
• Insects, rodents, and pests find a way in
  Gaps in your slab can become entry points for ants, termites, spiders, and even mice or small animals seeking warmth or shelter.
• Dirt and debris accumulate
  Fine soil particles can enter through floor cracks, leaving behind dust and grime that spreads throughout the space.
• The crack gets worse
  Changes in moisture, pressure, or soil movement will often cause unreinforced cracks to widen or shift. What starts as a hairline fracture can eventually become a trip hazard or signal deeper foundation issues.

Fixing cracks early is more affordable, less invasive, and protects your basement from all of these long-term risks.

• Stronger than steel
  Carbon fiber is 10x stronger than steel but weighs far less and won’t rust or degrade over time.
• Low profile
  Once sealed, stitches lay flush with the concrete and don’t interfere with the flooring.
• No demolition
  Avoids the cost and mess of replacing large sections of slab.
• Permanent reinforcement
  Prevents existing cracks from growing and adds strength to the surrounding concrete.