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The Crackman Podcast

This podcast provides expert wall and basement crack repair tips for homeowners and businesses. A1 Foundation"s valuable insight and information will help avert the disaster of a flooded basement and save you money.

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Episode 410 - The consequences of not repairing a...

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2025/03/05

In this episode, Adam shares case study about a house with a serious termite problem and the consequences of not fixing a wall crack.

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Episode 409 - Should I worry about my non-structural...

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2025/02/24

Some cracks obviously need fixing because there’s water pouring through them. Other cracks are tiny and have sort of a capillary type of bleed. Does a homeowner need to be concerned about those tiny cracks? Adam explains why even non-structural floor cracks need to be addressed sooner rather than later.

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Episode 408 - Do I have a leaky pipe in my basement...

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2025/02/20

In this episode, Adam explains how he detected, diagnosed, and fixed a leaky pipe penetration.

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Episode 407 - Why you don’t spray foam insulate your...

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2025/02/03

In this episode, Adam explains why professional basement spray foam insulation will not fix a leaking wall crack and why it’s necessary to fix those leaks BEFORE you use spray foam.

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Episode 406 - Why A1 Foundation Crack Repair is a...

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2025/01/21

We saw a review posted yesterday on A1's Google Business Profile from a realtor who praised their support as if they were a super hero. Why do realtors keep A1 on speed dial? Adam shares his thoughts.

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Episode 405 - I have cracks in my concrete...

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2025/01/07

A1 Foundation Crack Repair gets a lot of pictures of feet. How does that relate to concrete floor cracks in your basement? Adam shares some unique insight.

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Episode 404 - What are the various types of basements...

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2024/12/22

A1 services quite a bit of the New England area, and they run into all kinds of basements and foundations. In this episode, Adam explains the various types of basements and foundations A1 works on AND the areas they service.

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Episode 403 - What basement foundation conditions can...

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2024/12/03

Those dang underwriters and appraisers can make it pretty difficult to get loans at times. In this episode, Rich, The Crackman, explains how basement foundation issues can affect your refinancing goals.

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Episode 402 - The devastating effects even a small...

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2024/12/02

Winter is fast approaching and cold weather brings new concerns for even the smallest of cracks in a basement wall. Adam explains the effects freezing temperatures have on basement walls cracks and what should be done about them.

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Episode 401 - Self-healing concrete: could this put...

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2024/11/18

Have you heard of this self-healing concrete? Is this really a thing? Adam explains the science behind it and sets the record straight on the future of self-healing concrete.

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Episode 400 - The top 3 things homeowners can do to...

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2024/11/12

To celebrate the 400th episode of the Crackman Podcast, Adam shares the top 3 things homeowners can do to avoid costly foundation repairs.

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Episode 399 - My contractor is using a crack repair...

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2024/11/01

A1 Foundation Crack Repair runs into unscrupulous contractors who claim to be foundation crack repair specialists, but can it be true? Can contractors simply use an online crack repair kit to fix a foundation crack? In this episode, Adam explains why it’s important to select an experienced and fully vetted foundation crack repair company to fix your foundation issues.

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Episode 398 - Should I have a foundation crack...

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2024/10/16

There are 2 certainties in life: death and concrete will eventually crack. So when a crack appears in your foundation wall, do you need to get it repaired even if it isn’t leaking? The Crackman explains in a special appearance.

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Episode 396 - How A1 helped homeowners avoid a...

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2024/09/24

A1 Foundation Crack Repair has a long history of saving homeowners money on foundation repair jobs simply because they are reputable, experienced, and fair, not to mention the 10-year warranty and long track record of outstanding workmanship. In this episode, Adam shares an interesting case study on how A1 saved homeowners in Leominster Massachusetts bigtime on a block foundation repair job.

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Episode 395 - How to turn a simple foundation crack...

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2024/09/10

If you have money to burn, it doesn’t hurt to ignore small repair jobs until they become very expensive repairs. In this episode, Adam shares an interesting case study on how a customer turned a small repair job into a very expensive fix.

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Episode 394 - The case of the block foundation and...

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2024/09/01

In this episode, Adam shares an interesting case study about a block foundation and leaky pipe penetration.

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Episone 393 - Why are lally columns so important?

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2024/08/21

If a lally column has integrity issues or is improperly installed, can it cause problems with the structure of the house? Adam shares a cautionary tale about an improperly installed lally column.

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Episode 392 - Why is there water coming into my...

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2024/07/30

Why would water start pouring into your basement after a water line upgrade? Did the plumber screw up or could it be something else entirely? The Crack Daddy explains what it could be and how A1 Foundation Crack Repair fixes problems like these.

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Episode 391 - Is there a DIY fix for my stone...

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2024/07/23

Stone foundations are often found in old homes and when things age, they often need repair. Is there a low-cost fix for most stone foundations issues? Adam discusses the issue.

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Episode 390 - What happens if you let a basement wall...

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2024/06/25

In this episode, Adam shares an interesting story about a wall crack that went unrepaired for 40 years.

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