In most homes, the garage floor is left bare, allowing for a nice view of what is occurring in the concrete slab underneath. And while it’s not uncommon for you to find cracks in your garage floor, it’s important to distinguish what sort of cracking you have, as well as whether or not you are in need of foundation crack repairs.

Disclaimer: This is just for informational purposes. We strongly recommend you have a foundation crack repairs specialist come in and perform a professional diagnosis on your concrete cracks.

2 Types of cracks you may find in your garage floor

  1. Settlement cracks—This indicates that when your foundation was laid, the soil underneath was not properly prepared. This could result in more serious cracking in the future.
  2. Shrinkage cracks—As concrete ages, it can shrink. These cracks are not typically of any concern, although you may want to double check with a professional.

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