Best Crackman Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 434: Episode 424 - How A1 Foundation Crack Repair detects water leaks 7:54

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If you have water in your basement, one of the first things you need to determine is where the water is coming from. In this episode, Adam explains how A1 Foundation Crack Repair detects water leaks using low cost techniques to quickly hone in on the source of the water.

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Episode 424 - How A1 Foundation Crack Repair detects water leaks

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If you have water in your basement, one of the first things you need to determine is where the water is coming from. In this episode, Adam explains how A1 Foundation Crack Repair detects water leaks using low cost techniques to quickly hone in on the source of the water.By crackman

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Episode 433: Episode 423 - The Home Inspector dinged my foundation for some issues. Is this a deal breaker? 5:57

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A1 Foundation Crack Repair saves a lot of real estate deals. If the home inspector finds a problem with the foundation, should the buyer run like the wind? Adam explains how most problems can be permanently fixed so the deal can go through.

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Episode 423 - The Home Inspector dinged my foundation for some issues. Is this a deal breaker?

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A1 Foundation Crack Repair saves a lot of real estate deals. If the home inspector finds a problem with the foundation, should the buyer run like the wind? Adam explains how most problems can be permanently fixed so the deal can go through.By crackman

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Episode 432: Episode 422 - What is the difference between basement waterproofing and water redirecting? 5:02

14d ago5:02

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In this episode, Adam explains the difference between basement waterproofing and water redirecting. Yes, there is a difference as one is treating the symptom and the other is the cure.

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Episode 431: Episode 421 - A1 prevents a home disaster days before a flash flood 4:14

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Adam received a really nice voicemail from an extremely grateful homeowner that reads like this. In this episode, Adam explains the circumstances surrounding the job they did. For homeowners with foundation problems, A1 is the answer to many prayers.

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Episode 430: Episode 420 - Are helical piers necessary to support my home? 5:57

14d ago5:57

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Some foundation contractors would have you believe that you need helical piers to lift a house to solve foundation crack problems….that spot fixing foundation cracks is just a Band-Aid. Adam, a civil engineer, explains what he thinks about these super high dollar repairs…and if they are really necessary.…

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Episode 422 - What is the difference between basement waterproofing and water redirecting?

22d ago

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In this episode, Adam explains the difference between basement waterproofing and water redirecting. Yes, there is a difference as one is treating the symptom and the other is the cure.By crackman

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Episode 421 - A1 prevents a home disaster days before a flash flood

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Adam received a really nice voicemail from an extremely grateful homeowner that reads like this. In this episode, Adam explains the circumstances surrounding the job they did. For homeowners with foundation problems, A1 is the answer to many prayers.By crackman

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Episode 420 - Are helical piers necessary to support my home?

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Some foundation contractors would have you believe that you need helical piers to lift a house to solve foundation crack problems….that spot fixing foundation cracks is just a Band-Aid. Adam, a civil engineer, explains what he thinks about these super high dollar repairs…and if they are really necessary.…

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Episode 429: Episode 419 - Can an unrepaired crack come back to haunt your home? 5:12

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This episode serves as a cautionary tale that warns of the ramifications of not addressing a foundation crack while it’s still relatively easy to fix.

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Episode 428: Episode 418 - Can a foundation crack cause a costly delay in a home sale? 4:57

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A1 Foundation Crack Repair is on speed dial with many realtors for a good reason. In this episode, Adam explains how a foundation crack can cause a costly delay in the home sale process.

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Episode 427: Episode 417 - Is it really necessary to use a laser to level a foundation if I have a foundation crack? 5:22

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In this episode, Adam explains what exactly is laser leveling when it comes to foundations and whether it is necessary to pay the exorbitant cost to do it when you have a crack in your foundation.

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Episode 426: Episode 416 - Can you DIY a sump pump job in a leaky basement? 4:17

2M ago4:17

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In this episode, Adam explains why a DIY sump pump job should be considered temporary, at best. Something like that should be left to the pros.

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Episode 419 - Can an unrepaired crack come back to haunt your home?

2M ago

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This episode serves as a cautionary tale that warns of the ramifications of not addressing a foundation crack while it’s still relatively easy to fix.By crackman

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Episode 418 - Can a foundation crack cause a costly delay in a home sale?

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A1 Foundation Crack Repair is on speed dial with many realtors for a good reason. In this episode, Adam explains how a foundation crack can cause a costly delay in the home sale process.By crackman

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Episode 417 - Is it really necessary to use a laser to level a foundation if I have a foundation crack?

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In this episode, Adam explains what exactly is laser leveling when it comes to foundations and whether it is necessary to pay the exorbitant cost to do it when you have a crack in your foundation.By crackman

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Episode 416 - Can you DIY a sump pump job in a leaky basement?

3M ago

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In this episode, Adam explains why a DIY sump pump job should be considered temporary, at best. Something like that should be left to the pros.By crackman

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Episode 425: Episode 415 - What can you do about a leaky cold joint in a bulkhead? 4:32

3M ago4:32

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In this episode, Adam recounts an interesting case study about a swimming pool, bulkhead, and cold joint.

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Episode 424: Episode 414 - The municipality had a Dam problem that A1 fixed 4:25

3M ago4:25

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We’ve all heard about the story of the boy who put his finger in a dam to stop a leak. In this episode, Adam shares an interesting case study on how they were able to use their proven waterproofing processes to stop a leaky dam in their local municipality.

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Episode 415 - What can you do about a leaky cold joint in a bulkhead?

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In this episode, Adam recounts an interesting case study about a swimming pool, bulkhead, and cold joint.By crackman

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Episode 414 - The municipality had a Dam problem that A1 fixed

3M ago

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We’ve all heard about the story of the boy who put his finger in a dam to stop a leak. In this episode, Adam shares an interesting case study on how they were able to use their proven waterproofing processes to stop a leaky dam in their local municipality.By crackman

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Episode 423: Episode 413 - The dangers of DIY basement waterproofing job 4:43

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In this episode, Adam shares this cautionary tale of the dangers of mishandling the materials used to waterproof basements. Hopefully this helps other overeager homeowners from making the same mistake.

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Episode 413 - The dangers of DIY basement waterproofing job

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In this episode, Adam shares this cautionary tale of the dangers of mishandling the materials used to waterproof basements. Hopefully this helps other overeager homeowners from making the same mistake.By crackman

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Episode 422: Episode 412 - The consequences of pouring a concrete foundation on frozen ground 4:23

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Is it okay to pour concrete in the freezing cold? This episode is a cautionary tale from the Crack Daddy about a new house build gone terribly wrong.

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Episode 412 - The consequences of pouring a concrete foundation on frozen ground

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Is it okay to pour concrete in the freezing cold? This episode is a cautionary tale from the Crack Daddy about a new house build gone terribly wrong.By crackman

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Episode 421: Episode 411 - Is your house ready for the Spring thaw? 3:55

6M ago3:55

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Spring is right around the corner and we’ve had some pretty wacky weather in late winter. Now is the time for homeowners to be preparing their homes for the significant change in weather. In this episode, Adam shares important tips on preparing your house for the change of seasons.

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Episode 411 - Is your house ready for the Spring thaw?

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Spring is right around the corner and we’ve had some pretty wacky weather in late winter. Now is the time for homeowners to be preparing their homes for the significant change in weather. In this episode, Adam shares important tips on preparing your house for the change of seasons.By crackman

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Episode 420: Episode 410 - The consequences of not repairing a basement wall crack 3:35

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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 410 - The consequences of not repairing a basement wall crack

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

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Episode 419: Episode 409 - Should I worry about my non-structural basement floor cracks? 6:25

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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 418: Episode 408 - Do I have a leaky pipe in my basement or is it something else? 4:34

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

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Episode 409 - Should I worry about my non-structural basement floor cracks?

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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 or is it something else?

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

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Episode 417: Episode 407 - Why you don’t spray foam insulate your walls before you waterproof your basement 5:17

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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 407 - Why you don’t spray foam insulate your walls before you waterproof your basement

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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.By crackman

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Episode 416: Episode 406 - Why A1 Foundation Crack Repair is a realtor’s best friend 3:42

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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 406 - Why A1 Foundation Crack Repair is a realtor’s best friend

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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.By crackman

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Episode 415: Episode 405 - I have cracks in my concrete floor–should I be worried? 5:46

9M ago5:46

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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 405 - I have cracks in my concrete floor–should I be worried?

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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.By crackman

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Episode 414: Episode 404 - What are the various types of basements and foundations serviced by A1 Foundation Crack Repair? 4:30

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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 404 - What are the various types of basements and foundations serviced by A1 Foundation Crack Repair?

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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.By crackman

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Episode 413: Episode 403 - What basement foundation conditions can affect the refinancing of my home? 3:17

10M ago3:17

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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 412: Episode 402 - The devastating effects even a small basement wall crack can have in the winter 4:06

10M ago4:06

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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 403 - What basement foundation conditions can affect the refinancing of my home?

10M ago

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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.By crackman

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Episode 402 - The devastating effects even a small basement wall crack can have in the winter

10M ago

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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.By crackman

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Episode 411: Episode 401 - Self-healing concrete: could this put A1 out of business? 3:56

10M ago3:56

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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 410: Episode 400 - The top 3 things homeowners can do to avoid costly foundation repairs 5:01

10M ago5:01

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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 401 - Self-healing concrete: could this put A1 out of business?

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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.By crackman

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Episode 400 - The top 3 things homeowners can do to avoid costly foundation repairs

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