Floor and Wall Gap Repair in Northern Indiana

Noticing gaps between the floor and wall in your home? Whether in your basement or on the main level, these gaps could signal serious foundation settlement. At A&M Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we help homeowners restore their home’s stability and protect its long-term structural integrity.

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What Are Floor and Wall Gaps?

Floor and wall gaps are visible separations that may appear:

  • Between the basement wall and slab
  • Where baseboards pull away from the wall
  • Along the top of walls near ceilings
  • In corners or across uneven floors
These gaps might start small, but they rarely stay that way. Left unaddressed, they often point to underlying foundation issues and can grow over time—affecting flooring, walls, door frames, and more.
Floor Gap Repair

Common Signs of Structural Shifting

If you’re experiencing one or more of the following, it’s time to schedule a foundation inspection:

  • Visible gaps between the wall and floor in any level of the home
  • Sections of floor that feel spongy, sagging, or uneven
  • Cracks forming along floorboards or at ceiling corners
  • Doors and windows that don’t open or close properly
  • Creaking or bouncing floors above crawl spaces or basements

These symptoms are more than cosmetic—they’re often signs that your home’s structure is moving.

Foundation Settlement

What Causes These Gaps?

Most floor and wall gaps are the result of foundation settlement. Settlement can be triggered by several soil and environmental factors:
  • Expansive clay soils that swell when wet and shrink when dry
  • Poor soil compaction during the home’s construction
  • Erosion from rainwater or poor drainage
  • Changes in the water table from seasonal weather
  • Hydrostatic pressure from saturated soil
As the soil shifts or loses its ability to support your home, parts of your foundation begin to settle—causing visible separation in walls, floors, and framing.

Our Foundation Repair Solution

To correct these issues, A&M Waterproofing & Foundation Repair installs SafeBasements™ foundation piers, designed to permanently stabilize and support your home.

Helical Piers

These screw-shaped steel piers are rotated deep into load-bearing soil. They offer instant support and are ideal for lighter structures or unstable soil conditions.
  • Minimal excavation required
  • Fast installation—typically one day
  • Long-term load stabilization

Push Piers

For heavier homes or more extensive settlement, push piers are hydraulically driven into the earth until they reach solid footing. They’re then used to transfer the weight of your home away from the failing foundation.

  • Strong, steel construction
  • Installed without large equipment
  • Can lift and level settled structures

Schedule Your Free Foundation Repair Evaluation

Gaps between walls and floors may seem small, but they’re often the first sign of a shifting foundation. The longer you wait, the more complex—and expensive—the fix can become. Let our team evaluate your home and recommend the right repair solution.

Call us today at 574-349-6185 or click the button below to schedule your free consultation with our experts!

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Frequently Asked Questions

They’re typically caused by foundation settlement due to soil movement, poor construction, or changes in moisture content below the home.
Not effectively. Cosmetic fixes won’t stop the movement of the foundation—they’ll only mask the symptoms.
Yes, in many cases piers can stabilize and even lift the foundation enough to reduce or eliminate visible gaps.
No. Floor and wall gaps can appear on any level of the home if the foundation below is settling.
Most pier systems are installed in 1–2 days, depending on the number of affected areas and access points.