Learn How to Repair Cracked Concrete - HWDIY

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by The Handy Woman DIY
On this episode, Kim demonstrates how to repair cracked rotting concrete, to help fix damp and dusky basements.
If your basement is feeling a little bit damp, you may need to get some water proofing done. A damp basement can lead to all sorts of costly problems. Luckily, parging is a cost effective task that can save you, and your sinking basement, from going under.
Cracked Concrete can compromise the water seal of your basement.
The hammer has so many handy uses!
No need to be gentle here! Really push the parging in there!
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  • P.  Collier P. Collier on Oct 01, 2016
    What is parge, concrete?
  • Mari Mari on Jun 21, 2019

    Hi, thanks for the informative video! I have a stone firepit that is cracked on the bottom. Basically it has a 3-4 inch hole. How would I fix that? If I just follow your video the parge will fall through the hole. Thanks!

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  • B. Enne B. Enne on May 31, 2015
    Thanks :)
  • Beni Beni on Jun 14, 2024

    Hello to all! I don't want to sound too pessimistic, but when it comes to fixing cracked concrete on my own, it's like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole - tricky! I tried, and I tried, but I always had to return to fix the same cracks no matter what solution I applied (such as Concrete Expansion Joint Filler or Polyurethane Construction Crack Flexible Sealant). My tip? Sometimes, it's best to bite the bullet and call in the pros. Trust me, I learned the hard way. A professional touch can make all the difference, saving you time, sweat, and tears. So, grab that phone, dial up a skilled concrete repair expert, and let them work their magic. Your future self will thank you! Happy fixing!

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