Cracks in your home's foundation can be scary, but in certain cases, they're completely harmless and can be repaired with a few basic items.

From water damage and increased heating bills, to unwelcome critters (furry or insect) and other long-term issues — leaving holes or cracks in your home’s foundation, walls or roof untended can lead ...

If your basement leaks when it rains or is damp and smells musty in the summer, don’t throw in the towel. There are all kinds ...

Foundation problems are most commonly a result of soil conditions. Over time, foundations crack and shift, visibly damaging properties.

Foundation crack repair costs can range from $250 to $800, while leak repairs can cost as much as $7,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Older homes or homes built on shifting ground are more ...

The soil along the San Francisco Bay, which includes clay mixed with poorly drained silty clay loam, sandy and gravelly loam and bay mud, can cause ground movement that can lead to foundation problems ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. The foundation of a commercial building has an important function: supporting significant ...