Fixing large gap in foundation wall - cold air and mice getting in!

How can I seal up this large gap/crevasse between these two walls? The old mortar has crumbled to dust. The gap is 1/2" to 2" wide, and behind it is an open cavity. Should I repoint with mortar, or use a backer rod and some other type of sealant? Any advice appreciated. Thanks! https://preview.redd.it/gl0dlrr23ple1.jpg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d7353fbcae7bbe03e7e4e53cfa8e242a1de67bea https://preview.redd.it/vcemusr23ple1.jpg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0b959df6ad8ccc60f48e45f98c3d4096bdd2317b https://preview.redd.it/yb0m0qr23ple1.jpg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cfe78cf2769eb9acd74b1550a42302610f75df50 submitted by /u/Spot-Fabulous [link] [comments]

Feb 28, 2025 - 13:38
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Fixing large gap in foundation wall - cold air and mice getting in!
Fixing large gap in foundation wall - cold air and mice getting in!

How can I seal up this large gap/crevasse between these two walls? The old mortar has crumbled to dust.

The gap is 1/2" to 2" wide, and behind it is an open cavity.

Should I repoint with mortar, or use a backer rod and some other type of sealant?

Any advice appreciated. Thanks!

https://preview.redd.it/gl0dlrr23ple1.jpg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d7353fbcae7bbe03e7e4e53cfa8e242a1de67bea

https://preview.redd.it/vcemusr23ple1.jpg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0b959df6ad8ccc60f48e45f98c3d4096bdd2317b

https://preview.redd.it/yb0m0qr23ple1.jpg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cfe78cf2769eb9acd74b1550a42302610f75df50

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